Applications are now open for the Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership 2026 for experienced public health professionals across Africa.
The Kofi Annan Fellowship is a fully funded leadership programme designed to equip senior public health leaders with advanced skills for managing and strengthening public health systems on the continent.
Fellowship Summary
- Host: African Union (AU)
- Program Type: Fully Funded Fellowship | Leadership Program
- Eligible Countries: African Union Member States
- Program Start Date: 1 June, 2026
- Reward: Travel Coverage | Daily Allowance | Insurance | Learning Materials | Digital Tools
- Deadline: January 30, 2026
Fellowship Details
The Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership is an Africa-focused leadership initiative aimed at developing the next generation of public health leaders. Named in honour of Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Kofi Atta Annan, the fellowship is structured to strengthen leadership capacity for advancing Africa’s Health Security and Sovereignty Agenda while contributing to Agenda 2063 and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Fellows will participate in blended learning formats, combining virtual sessions with in-person residential placements, and will actively contribute to real-world public health leadership challenges across the continent. The programme is designed for seasoned professionals who are positioned to influence policy, strengthen institutions, and drive sustainable public health impact in Africa.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership, applicants must:
- Hold a postgraduate degree in a public health–related field, such as:
- One Health
- Human Medicine
- Public or Mental Health
- Health Economics or Finance
- Health Policy
- Animal Health
- Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Environmental Health
- Be a citizen of an African Union Member State
- Have a minimum of 10 years of professional experience after postgraduate qualification
- Be employed full-time in public health within a public or private institution in Africa
- Demonstrate a proven track record of public health leadership
Fellowship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Kofi Annan Fellowship will receive:
- Full coverage of all fellowship-related costs by Africa CDC
- Travel expenses for in-person program sessions
- Daily allowances during residential placements
- Insurance coverage during in-person components
- Access to learning materials and required digital tools
Required Documents
To apply for the Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed AU CV template
- Valid passport from an African country
- Educational qualification certificates
- Employer support letter
- Two professional letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- Leadership challenge project proposal
- Other relevant supporting documents
How to Apply
To apply for the Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership:
- Submit applications through the official online application portal (email submissions are not accepted)
- Create a new applicant account
- Download the AU CV template from the official website
- Complete the CV template, save it, and upload it under the ‘My Documents’ section
- Upload all required documents in the appropriate sections
- Complete your profile information
- Answer all declaration questions
- Fill in the job-specific information
- Click ‘Apply’ to submit your application
Program Deadline
- January 30, 2026
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