African ChangeMakers Fellowship Program (#ACiFellowship) – Cohort 7
- Omran Aburayya
- Aug 20
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 23
If you're an African or an ally passionate about driving social entrepreneurship and impact, the African ChangeMakers Fellowship (Cohort 7) is now open for applications.
The African ChangeMakers Initiative (#ACi) is empowering Africa’s visionary leaders—“changemakers,” “impact-makers,” and “game-changers”—by providing them with dynamic training, mentorship, and a collaborative ecosystem to scale innovations. The 7th Cohort begins in late 2025, offering a transformative platform for young talent across the continent and diaspora to thrive.
🎓 Fellowship Summary
Program Name: African ChangeMakers Fellowship Program (#ACiFellowship), Cohort 7 (2025)
Program Type: Virtual leadership and entrepreneurship Fellowship
Target Group: Individuals aged 21–40 from any of the 54 African countries or global friends of Africa
Fields & Curriculum: Training in Entrepreneurship & Techpreneurship, Leadership, Project Management, Civic Engagement, Social Enterprise, African Union Agenda 2063 & Youth Policy, SDGs, AfCFTA entrepreneurship, mentorship, and coaching
Benefits:
Course certification upon completion
Membership in the African ChangeMakers alumni network
Mentoring and coaching opportunities
Business and idea development support
Delivery Format: Online (e-learning platforms and social media)
Duration: 5 weeks of immersive virtual training—from 30 September to 31 October 2025
Application Period:
Opens: 16 August 2025
Closes: 15 September 2025
Notifications via email and ACi social media
📚#ACiFellowship Overview
This Fellowship equips changemakers with actionable knowledge and networks to lead change across Africa:
Online Courses: Interactive modules covering leadership, civic innovation, African continental frameworks, tech entrepreneurship, and more
Mentorship & Coaching: Each fellow is paired with experienced mentors who guide their strategic and personal development
Alumni Network: Fellows join a cross-Africa growing ecosystem of over 5,000 changemakers, enabling long-term collaboration, peer learning, and idea exchange
Certification: Successful participants receive an accredited certificate to bolster credibility in local and international spaces
🎁 Benefits
Practical Skill Development: The curriculum covers in-demand soft and hard skills tailored to youth entrepreneurship, leadership, digital innovation, and social impact
Supportive Community: Mentors, fellow alumni, and coaches provide accountability, inputs, and opportunities beyond the program
Pan-African Scope: Participants interact with peers from across the continent and diaspora, adding diversity and broader perspectives
Low-Barrier Accessibility: Fully virtual delivery allows flexible participation, with only 2–3 hours per week required
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
Be 21–40 years old
Be a citizen of any of Africa's 54 countries—or a diaspora friend of Africa
Be English-proficient (program is delivered in English)
Have basic access to the internet and a smart device or computer
Be able to dedicate 2–3 hours per week to the program in the scheduled period
Demonstrate leadership potential, initiative, and a strong "can-do" attitude
Be passionate about contributing to business innovation, social development, or community transformation
📝 Application Procedure
Provide:
Personal and contact details
Proof of eligibility (age, nationality)
Short motivation or project statement reflecting your passion and vision
Submit before 15 September 2025
Await notification by email or ACi's social media platforms regarding your status
⭐ Why This Matters!
The #ACiFellowship Cohort 7 offers far more than skill-building—it’s a launching pad for emerging leaders ready to influence Africa’s future. Through its holistic model spanning leadership, enterprise, and civic innovation, this program nurtures Africa’s trailblazers. It's designed to transform ambitious individuals into catalysts of change across communities and societies.
