Applications are now open for the 2025 edition of the Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Programme.
Now in its fourth edition, the WIA Young Leaders Programme is designed to support and spotlight young African women leaders who are poised to play key roles in the continent’s transformation.
The initiative is held in partnership with Dior, French investment bank Lazard, and global audit and consulting firm KPMG.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Be between 25 and 40 years old (flexibility possible based on experience)
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Be of African origin (either born in an African country or have at least one parent born in Africa)
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Be Francophone, Anglophone, or Lusophone
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Be multilingual, with the ability to speak several languages
Programme Benefits
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High-level networking opportunities with CEOs, ministers, journalists, and influential public figures
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Business visibility through WIA’s communication platforms and media presence
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Mentorship from an international leader with a distinguished profile
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply through the official WIA website:
Application Deadline: June 19, 2025
The Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Programme 2025 is open for applications, now in its fourth edition. This initiative aims to empower and highlight young African women leaders poised to play key roles in the continent's transformation, partnering with Dior, Lazard, and KPMG.
Eligibility criteria include being aged 25-40, of African origin, Francophone, Anglophone, or Lusophone, and having multilingual capabilities. The programme offers high-level networking opportunities, business visibility, and mentorship from renowned international leaders.
Interested candidates should apply via the WIA website by the deadline of June 19, 2025.
