Applications are open for EMERGE Leadership Program 2026. Africa’s next generation of young professionals and early-career changemakers can now apply for the EMERGE Program, a leadership development initiative powered by TheBoardroom Africa and supported by the Mastercard Foundation. This programme is built to help emerging African leaders grow in influence, capability, and impact.
Traditional leadership pipelines often exclude young, purpose-driven Africans focused on impact. EMERGE was launched to fill that gap — equip emerging leaders with the mindset, tools, and connections they need to lead.
Participants benefit from expert-led training, mentorship, and ongoing career support, while building a network across the continent.
EMERGE Leadership Program Benefits
- Professional Support: Guidance on personal branding, career strategy, and leadership presence.
- Leadership Development: Training in governance, strategy, sustainability, and personal mastery.
- Talent Marketplace Access: A curated talent pool to connect with leadership roles and high-impact opportunities.
- Pan-African Network: Be part of a growing community of emerging leaders across different African countries.
Eligibility Criteria
- Early- to mid-career professionals based in Africa who show strong leadership potential.
- Individuals committed to long-term impact: scaling projects, influence, governance or social initiatives.
- Motivation to learn, grow, and give back to the continent.
How To Apply for EMERGE Leadership Program
- Applications for EMERGE are currently open and can be submitted online.
- If you know a promising candidate, you can nominate them by using this link.
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Application Deadline: Unspecified
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