The Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Fellowship is a prominent program offering early-to-mid profession professionals from Africa an unique opportunity to spend 10 months at Chatham House, London. This effort is a collaboration in between Chatham Home and the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, focused on developing management and governance abilities across the continent.
Fellowship Benefits:
- Stipend: ₤ 30,780 to cover accommodation, utilities, food, transport, and other living costs in London
- Travel & Relocation: Return air travel and moving support
- Health Care: UK Immigration Health Additional charge covered
- Research Study Assistance: Fieldwork, conferences, publications, and dissemination costs
- Networking: Access to Chatham Home professors, alumni, and a five-year subscription
Eligibility:
- People of any African nation (dual nationality consisting of African citizenship accepted)
- Completed BA or equivalent with research experience
- Early-to-mid career experts in academic community, NGOs, business, federal government, civil society, or media
- Strong interest in worldwide affairs and Chatham Home’s research
Duration: October 2026– July 2027 (full-time)
Required Documents:
- CV/r ésumé
- Names of 2 referees
- Research task proposal
Application Due Date: April 7, 2026
How to Use:
- Go to the main fellowship page
- Total the online application form
- Upload all needed documents
- Send your application and await a Zoom interview if shortlisted
This fellowship is a fully moneyed pathway to grow expertly, broaden your network, and add to governance and leadership in Africa.