The African Union (AU), in collaboration with the African Governance Architecture – African Peace and Security Architecture (AGA-APSA) Secretariat, has opened applications for the 2026 Continental Capacity Building Training Programme.
The 2026 African Union CIEFFA Continental Capacity Building Training fully covers travel, visa, accommodation, and participation expenses for selected participants across Africa.
This post provides a detailed step-by-step guide for interested and qualified applicants to apply for the African Union Online Capacity Building Training.
Program Summary
- Host: African Union | ImpactHER
- Category: Training
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Reward: Full Sponsorship | Training | Certification
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: February 27, 2026
Program Details
The African Union Commission (AUC), Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS), through the African Governance Architecture – African Peace and Security Architecture (AGA-APSA) Secretariat, is set to convene the African Union Continental Capacity Building Training Programme for Citizens on Democratic Governance, Elections, and Pan-African Leadership.
The programme is aligned with Agenda 2063, Aspiration 6, which emphasizes that Africa’s development must be driven by its people and anchored in the strength and potential of its youth.
This training initiative aims to strengthen youth participation in political and electoral processes while equipping participants with advanced leadership, advocacy, and civic engagement skills.
Special attention will be given to African Union Shared Values instruments, particularly the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG), which serves as a key framework for promoting democratic governance across the continent.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the African Union Continental Capacity Building Training, applicants must:
- Be an African woman or man
- Demonstrate leadership in democratic governance, elections, youth participation, peace, and security
Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Youth affiliated with youth-led or youth-focused organizations implementing initiatives related to youth participation, democratic governance, leadership, peace and security, or electoral processes, including recognized youth activists and leaders
- Youth representatives from national institutions, agencies, or civil society organizations working in democracy, governance, human rights, youth participation, leadership, or related sectors
- Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old at the time of application
- Applicants must demonstrate strong commitment to fully participate throughout the training programme
- Applicants must commit to replicating or cascading the training within their communities or organizations after completion
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Program Benefits
Successful participants of the African Union Capacity Building Training will receive:
- Full coverage of travel, visa, accommodation, and participation costs by the African Union Commission
- No application or participation fee required
How to Apply
To apply for the 2026 African Union Capacity Building Training:
- Fill out the application form accurately (using your preferred language)
- Submit your application through the official form provided
- If you encounter any technical issues, send an email to [email protected]
- Wait for further communication (only shortlisted candidates will be contacted)
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