The United States has selected 56 Nigerians for the Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) for 2022.
A statement by the U.S. embassy in Nigeria says additional 16 alumni from the MWF cohort from 2021 have been selected to participate in this year’s Alumni Enrichment Institute.
Each year, U.S. Missions across Sub-Saharan Africa select accomplished leaders, who have established records of promoting innovation and positive impact in their countries.
This summer, the Fellows will travel to the United States to participate in six-week Leadership Institutes, studying Business, Civic Engagement, or Public Management at U.S. colleges and universities.
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After the Leadership Institutes, the Fellows will attend the annual Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit, where Fellows, U.S. government officials, and representatives from businesses and organizations with an interest in Africa, engage in high-level sessions and workshops.
After completing the Leadership Institutes and Summit, Fellows are eligible to participate in several MWF alumni opportunities, such as the Alumni Enrichment Institute, that build the skills and connections developed during their summer exchange programme.
The Programme Launched in 2014, and over 5,000 young leaders from every country in Sub-Saharan Africa have participated in the MWF, with 456 Fellows hailing from Nigeria.
Thus far, Nigeria remains the largest contributor of Fellows each year.
(Editor: Ifeanyi Mark)
