Nominate yourself for the EEP Africa Rising Energy Leader 2026 award - recognising young professionals driving Africa’s clean energy transition through projects in the EEP Africa portfolio.

Hosted by the Energy and Environment Partnership Trust Fund (EEP Africa) (Nordic Development Fund, with Austria, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland). Up to five nominees will be selected. Winners are announced at EEP Africa Knowledge Week (February 2027), with profiles shared on EEP Africa channels.

Deadline: 20 November 2026. Self-nominations accepted. This Opportunity Station guide is original copy based on official EEP Africa materials. It is not a reprint of any third-party blog.

Quick Facts - Rising Energy Leader 2026

Detail	Information
Award	EEP Africa Rising Energy Leader 2026
Host Landmark	Table Mountain / Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦
Winners	Up to 5 nominees recognised
Age	No older than 35 in 2026
Must be linked to	An EEP Africa - funded project (portfolio connection required)
Deadline	20 November 2026
Announcement	EEP Africa Knowledge Week - February 2027
Apply	Online nomination form (SmartME)

Benefits

Recognition as an EEP Africa Rising Energy Leader
Announcement at Knowledge Week February 2027
Individual profile developed and shared on EEP Africa social media and website

Note: This is a recognition award (visibility and profiling), not a cash grant or funded fellowship package.

Eligibility

Young professional no older than 35 years in 2026
Has added value to a project funded by EEP Africa
Strong commitment to advancing the clean energy transition in Africa
At least 3 years of experience with clean energy technology, sales, or business models
Demonstrated professional growth or achievement within the company
Emerging leader with clear future goals

How to Apply

Read the official call: EEP Africa Rising Energy Leader 2026.
Complete the online nomination form.
Upload your CV in English (PDF/Word; check form size limits).
Provide EEP Africa portfolio connection details (project developer name and your relationship).
Include one reference contact (supervisor, colleague, or mentor from that project developer).
Submit by 20 November 2026.

Official Links

EEP Africa Rising Energy Leader 2026 - Call for Nominations

Nomination form (SmartME)

EEP Africa - Home

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the nomination deadline?

20 November 2026.

Can I nominate myself?

Yes - self-nominations are accepted.

Do I need an EEP Africa project link?

Yes. You must have added value to an EEP Africa - funded project and name the project developer.

Is there a cash prize?

The award focuses on recognition and public profiling at Knowledge Week and on EEP Africa channels, not a cash fellowship package.

Where do I apply?

smartme.adalia.fi/EEP-Africa/survey/367a7a66

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