Application Deadline: June 19, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Programme. The WIA Young Leaders program aims at supporting and highlighting young African women leaders who will play a major role in the African revolution. Women In Africa (WIA) Philanthropy is proud to announce the launch of the 4th edition of the WIA Young Leaders program, in partnership with Dior, the French investment bank Lazard in France, the Audit and Consulting firm KPMG.
Requirements
25 to 40 years old
Flexibility possible depending on experience level
African
Born in an African country or having parents born in an African country
Francophone, Anglophone, Lusophone
Ideally speaking several languages
Leadership skills
Humility, empathy, resilience
Involvement and vision
Involvement in the development of the continent
Self-made
& Ability to take on responsibilities at the highest level
Benefits
HIGH-LEVEL NETWORKING
with CEOs, ministers, journalists, public figures, accomplished business leaders, and entrepreneurs.
TRAINING PROGRAM
with board training, media training, career coaching, women’s leadership, customized training based on individual needs.
VISIBILITY
through WIA’s communication channels and media presence.
MENTORSHIP
Each awardee is assigned a mentor (an international leader profile).
LEARNING EXPEDITION
in the third quarter with a business trip organized in a major global economic capital.
Application Timeline:
JUNE – JULY 2025: Selection process
Candidates are carefully reviewed based on their academic achievements, career success, leadership abilities, and commitment to making a positive impact. The selection committee narrows down the pool to a shortlist of outstanding individuals.
JULY – AUGUST 2025: Interview with the Jury
Shortlisted candidates proceed to a final interview stage, where they meet with a panel of 12 international jury members. These interviews allow candidates to showcase their ambitions, leadership potential, and personal journeys.
SEPTEMBER 2025: Official announcement
Once the selection process is complete, the new cohort of WIA Young Leaders is officially announced online and in the press. This public announcement celebrates the achievements and potential of these outstanding young African women and introduces them to a global audience.
NOVEMBER-december 2025: Learning Expedition
The selected WIA Young Leaders are then invited on an exclusive business trip to Paris. During this journey, they have the opportunity to engage in high-level networking, attend specialized workshops, and meet influential figures in business, philanthropy, and social leadership. This experience is designed to broaden their perspectives, enhance their professional networks, and provide valuable insights for their future careers.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Programme
