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OTJ Fellowship: Class of2027

Days leftClosedSeptember 30, 2026

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The OTJ Fellowship is a fully funded residential programme for emerging African thinkers, researchers, writers, entrepreneurs, and changemakers. Fellows spend a year in an interdisciplinary learning environment developing a major research or impact project while receiving mentorship from leading academics and practitioners.

Requirements checklist

  1. 01

    Be a citizen of any African country or a member of the African diaspora whose work focuses on Africa.

  2. 02

    Submit a 2,000-word statement outlining a significant research question or project.

  3. 03

    Demonstrate intellectual curiosity, leadership potential, and commitment to Africa's development.

  4. 04

    Complete the online application before the deadline.