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AIG Public Leaders Programme 2026 for Africans (Fully Funded) at the University of Oxford, UK

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The AIG Public Leaders Programme (AIG PLP) is a flagship leadership capacity-building initiative designed to equip public sector leaders across Africa with the capabilities required to lead effective change. Delivered in partnership with the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government, the programme offers an immersive, world-class executive education experience. 


Application Deadline:

  • 12 April 2026

Tell Me About The Programme:

The AIG Public Leaders Programme (AIG PLP) is a six-month executive leadership programme delivered by the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation in partnership with the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government. It equips reform-minded public servants across Africa with the skills, tools, and networks required to drive meaningful transformation in governance and public institutions.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

  • Public sector leadership and governance
  • Policy reform and management
  • Digital transformation in government
  • Integrity and ethics in public life
  • Communication and negotiation in the public interest

Type:

  • Executive Leadership Programme | Fully Funded.

Who can Apply?

Applicants must:

  • Be citizens of any African country.
  • Actively work in the public sector in Africa.
  • Have a minimum of 7 years of public sector work experience.
  • Be at Grade-level 13 and above.
  • Be aged 35–54 years old.

How are Applicants Selected?

The selection process involves:

  1. Computer-Based Tests (May 2026)
  2. Essay Submission (Late May 2026)
  3. Video Interview (June 2026)
  4. Final Selection (August 2026)

Which Countries Are Eligible?

  • All English-speaking African countries.

Where will the Programme be Taken?

  • Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, United Kingdom (residential module)
  • Virtual learning sessions (online)

How Many Participants?

  • Not specified (competitive selection; sixth cohort since 2021).

What is the Benefit of the Programme?

  • Fully funded tuition, accommodation, and feeding during the residential module.
  • World-class executive education at Oxford.
  • Access to global networks of reform-minded leaders.
  • Capstone project addressing real policy challenges.
  • Alumni impact: 230+ reform projects initiated; 62% alumni promoted or expanded into leadership roles.

How Long Will the Programme Last?

  • Six months (October 2026 commencement).

How to Apply:

  1. Visit the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation website.
  2. Complete the online application form.
  3. Submit before 12 April 2026.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details

Author

  • Mercy Awofiranye is a writer, storyteller, and study abroad counselor who has spent nearly a decade turning complex information into engaging and helpful content. With over 1,000 education-focused articles and scholarship posts online, she has built a reputation for making study abroad opportunities clearer and more accessible.
    She currently works as a study abroad counselor at EdXtra, leveraging her expertise to guide students through their academic journeys. She holds certifications in the United States Counselor Course from ABCC and Ethical Business Practice in International Student Recruitment from TrainHub, reinforcing her commitment to ethical and informed student advising.
    Beyond writing and counseling, Mercy enjoys reading, cooking, and exploring new ideas because for her, learning never stops.

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