2026 Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Program For Africans
Job Description
2026 Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Program For Africans
The Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Programme is aimed at supporting aspirational public health leaders from Africa in acquiring advanced skills and competencies to strategize, manage and lead public health programmes that will transform public health in Africa.
The African Union Commission launched the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) – Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Programme on 25 May 2020 in partnership with the Kofi Annan Foundation, following its approval by the Governing Board of Africa CDC in March 2018.
Fellows admitted in the programme will be senior public health professionals from African Union Member States who will contribute to and lead the implementation of a new public health order for Africa, and in turn mentor and develop the next generation of public health leaders for the continent.
Summary of the 2026 Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Program
- Type: Training + Fellowships
- Host: African Union (AU)
- Eligible Countries: All African Countries
- Benefits: Access to digital and residential learning resources, Travel, insurance, Daily allowances, Software support for online learning
- Deadline: January 30, 2026
Criteria for the 2026 Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Program
- Citizen of an African Union Member State.
- Postgraduate degree in a public health related field.
- 10+ years professional experience after Master’s degree.
- Full-time employment in a public or private health institution.
- Demonstrated or potential leadership capacity.
The Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Programme offers;
- Full access to digital and residential learning resources.
- Travel, insurance, daily allowances during residential placements.
- Software support for online learning.
Application Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Employer support letter confirming full participation.
- Two recommendation letters.
- Personal statement (max 400 words) demonstrating public health commitment and vision.
- Leadership challenge project proposal (max 400 words).
Application Process
- Submit an online application including the required documents.
- Selection is conducted by an independent committee of experts from the African Union Commission, Africa CDC, and global partners.
- The process upholds equal opportunity principles to ensure representation of women and underrepresented groups.
Deadline: January 30, 2026