Call for Applications: ALC Peace, Security and Development Fellowships for 2026/2027

The African Leadership Centre (ALC) is pleased to announce a call for applications for its Peace, Security & Development Fellowships and Associate Fellowships for the academic year 2026/2027.

Application Deadlines:

• Sudanese Women Fellowship: 24 May 2026, 23:59 EAT
• Other Fellowships: Deadlines vary by programme (check King’s College London and ALC portals).

Tell Me About The Fellowships:

The African Leadership Centre (ALC) offers transformative fellowships to build an inter-generational community of leaders advancing peace, security, and development in Africa. These programmes combine academic study, mentoring, professional placements, and policy engagement.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

• Peace, Security, and Development Studies
• Global Leadership and Peacebuilding
• Gender, Conflict, and Security (Sudanese Women Fellowship)

Type:

• Fully Funded Fellowships | Degree & Non-Degree | Africa & Global South

Who can Apply?

1. African Scholars Fellowship (Degree Awarding):

• Young African scholars affiliated with academic/research institutions.
• Must hold a Master’s, MBA, or PhD.
• Committed to advancing peace, security, and development.

2. Sudanese Women Fellowship (Non-Degree):

• Female citizens of Sudan residing in the Horn of Africa.
• Proven activism/leadership in women’s rights, peace, and security.

3. Associate Fellowship Bursaries (African Students – Degree Awarding):

• African students applying for MSc Global Leadership & Peacebuilding at King’s College London.
• Full-time study only.

4. Associate Fellowship Bursaries (Global South – Degree Awarding):

• Students from the Global South applying for MSc Global Leadership & Peacebuilding at King’s College London.
• Full-time study only.

How are Candidates Selected?

• Based on academic merit, leadership potential, commitment to ALC values, and relevance of proposed research.
• Shortlisted candidates may attend interviews (e.g., Sudanese Women Fellowship interviews in Nairobi, June 2026).

Which Countries Are Eligible?

• African Scholars Fellowship: All African countries.
• Sudanese Women Fellowship: Sudanese women in the Horn of Africa.
• Associate Fellowships: African students or Global South students depending on bursary type.

Where will the Fellowship be Taken?

• King’s College London (UK) – MSc Global Leadership & Peacebuilding.
• ALC Nairobi (Kenya) – mentoring, modules, and placements.
• Attachments at African universities, regional organisations, or centres of excellence.

How Many Awards?

• Not specified; competitive selection across categories.

What is the Benefit of the Fellowship?

• Full funding (tuition, subsistence, accommodation, research costs, travel).
• Mentorship and leadership training.
• Professional placements (6 months in Africa or international institutions).
• Bursaries: 25% tuition fee reduction + £5,000 living stipend.
• Access to ALC’s global network of peace and security leaders.

How Long Will the Fellowship Last?

• African Scholars Fellowship: 18 months.
• Sudanese Women Fellowship: 12 months (6 months academic + 6 months placement).
• Associate Fellowships: Duration of MSc (1 year) + optional 6-month attachment.

Required Documents:

• CV
• Degree certificates/transcripts
• Motivation letter
• Research proposal (PhD-level fellowships)
• References

How to Apply:

1. Register and apply via King’s College London portal (select Peace & Security Fellowship).
2. Submit a separate application via the ALC Nairobi portal.
3. For Sudanese Women Fellowship, apply directly via the ALC portal.
4. Ensure all documents are uploaded in English.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details