LEAP Africa Social Innovators Programme 2026 is now open for applications from Nigerian youths who are pressed for action and eager to lead and create change. Fellows will participate in 4-6 weeks of intensive virtual sessions, 4 months of mentorship, and converge physically at the end of the programme for the Awards ceremony.
LEAP Africa’s Social Innovators Programme is a 9-month fellowship programme that recognises the importance and potential of social innovation and has designed a programme that addresses systemic issues and promotes sustainable development by equipping early-stage social entrepreneurs with the much-needed support, resources, and knowledge they need to close the gap that hinder their growth and development
SUMMARY:
- Organisation: LEAP Africa
- Internship Location: Nigeria
- Program Duration: 9 months
- Available Slot: Several
- Basic Qualifications: Undergraduates
- Nationality: Africans
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for LEAP Africa Social Innovators Programme are as follows:
- Applicants must be an African or a permanent resident of an African nation.
- Your current and future enterprise is geographically located in a local community in an African nation.
- You have founded or co-founded a social venture(s) with at least one (3) year of impact.
- Applicants must be between ages 18 – 35 years as at April, 2026.
- Applicants must be professionally proficient in English (spoken and written). applications must be completed in English.
- Can commit to fully participating in the entire duration of the program between April to October, 2026.
Programme’s Core Learning Areas
- Social innovation and enterprise design
- Market access and growth strategy
- Funding models and capital strategy
- Financial management and controls
- Impact measurement and outcome harvesting
- Strategy, governance, and team effectiveness
- Pitch development and stakeholder engagement
Also Apply: AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship for Africans 2026-2028 [Fully Funded to Germany]
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Interested and eligible candidates who wish to participate in the LEAP Africa Social Innovators Programme are expected to fill and submit application form online for this opportunity.
Applicants will be required to provide their correct details and provide all the required documents by the application deadline.
Application Deadline: May 2026
