![AGORA Fellowship 2027 for Mid-career Leaders [Cohort 2]](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Fopportunities%2Fagora-fellowship-2027-cohort-2-table-mountain-20260925113119.jpg%3Fv%3D1791305091933&w=3840&q=75)
Applications are open for the AGORA Fellowship 2027 for Mid-career Leaders [Cohort 2] - a 9-month catalytic leadership and institution-building programme for mid-career African leaders who are already creating measurable impact and are ready to build stronger institutions, expand their influence, and contribute to Africa’s transformation.
Organised by The Agora (powered by Eden Centre), the fellowship develops Kingdom-minded leaders with Christ-centred influence across the twelve mountains of society through discipleship, leadership training, enterprise mentoring, and societal transformation projects. Deadline: 1 November 2026.
This Opportunity Station guide is original copy based on the official Agora Fellowship page. It is not a reprint of any third-party blog.
Quick Facts - AGORA Fellowship 2027 (Cohort 2)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | AGORA Fellowship - Cohort 2 (2027) |
| Organiser | The Agora / Eden Centre (Lagos, Nigeria) |
| Duration | 9 months |
| Cohort size | Small selective cohort (Cohort 1 selected ~14 - 15 fellows) |
| Focus | Leadership formation, institution building, systems leadership |
| Funding | Partially funded |
| Open to | Mid-career African leaders (faith-aligned / Kingdom-centred) |
| Age | 27 - 40 |
| Experience | Approximately 8 - 10 years professional experience |
| Deadline | 1 November 2026 |
| Apply | Online application form |
About the Programme
The Agora Fellowship is described as a spiritual forge - not merely an academic course. Fellows are shaped as Kingdom impactors so Gospel values can permeate systems with healing, light, and transformation across Africa. The programme moves leaders from individual influence toward institutional and systems-level impact.
What the Fellowship Covers
- Leadership formation
- Institution building
- Mentorship and peer learning
- Systems leadership
- Strategic exposure
- Capstone / Kingdom Impact Project development
- Residency and immersive learning
- Graduation and commissioning
Objectives
- Develop spirit-filled, excellence-driven leaders with global relevance
- Equip fellows with a biblical mindset and practical tools for impact
- Foster mentorship, collaboration, and peer learning across sectors
- Implement Kingdom Impact Projects addressing real societal challenges
Benefits
- Leadership, institution-building, and systems-leadership development
- Enterprise mentoring with experienced mentors and faculty
- Peer learning with other African leaders
- Strategic exposure and immersive / residency learning
- Support to design and present a Kingdom Impact Project
- Graduation, commissioning, and alumni network pathway
- Partially funded programme structure
Eligibility
- African mid-career professionals
- Age 27 - 40
- Approximately 8 - 10 years of professional experience
- Legally registered social enterprise or business operating in Africa
- Founders, executives, senior professionals, ministry leaders, creatives, policymakers, or institution builders already creating measurable impact
- Building organisations, enterprises, institutions, ministries, or structured platforms
- Ready to move from individual influence to institutional / systems-level impact
- Faith-aligned commitment to Kingdom-centred leadership
Sectors include (among others) academia, law & justice, government, fashion, entertainment/arts/sports, education, religion, economy & business, family, media, science/tech/innovation, and social reform / international development.
How to Apply
- Review the official programme at theagoraproject.org/fellowship.
- Prepare your leadership journey, current work, impact evidence, and how you will contribute to the AGORA community.
- Submit the online application form by 1 November 2026.
- Enquiries: fellowship@theagoraproject.org · +234 (0) 705 293 7599
Official Links
AGORA Fellowship official page
Related Opportunities on Opportunity Station
- Global Leadership Dialogue 2027
- Leading Change Fellowship 2026
- 1834 Global Fellowship 2027
- Browse all fellowships
FAQs - AGORA Fellowship 2027 Cohort 2
When is the deadline?
1 November 2026.
How long is the programme?
9 months of immersive leadership, mentorship, and capstone work.
Is it fully funded?
Partially funded. Exact fellow contribution is not always listed publicly - confirm on the official form/page.
Who can apply?
African mid-career leaders aged 27 - 40 with ~8 - 10 years’ experience, a registered African enterprise/social venture, and a track record of measurable impact.
Where do I apply?
Via the official application form.
