The African Union Commission has officially opened applications for the Continental Capacity Building Training Programme for Youth 2026.

π Apply here: https://lnkd.in/e-XDkdmX
π Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
π Date: April 2026 (Tentative)
β³ Deadline: 27 February 2026 (11:55 PM GMT+3)
π° Fully Funded
π Focus Areas:
β Democratic Governance
β Peace & Security
β Leadership Development
β AU Shared Values (ACDEG)
πΌ Funding Covers:
β International Travel
π¨ Accommodation
π Visa Costs
π Participation Expenses
π Apply here: https://lnkd.in/e-XDkdmX
π‘ Pro Tip: Your motivation statement should clearly explain your leadership experience and how you will replicate the training in your community or country. Impact and scalability matter.
This opportunity is specifically open to African youth (18β35 years) from AU Member States working in governance, elections, youth participation, peace building, policy, and civic leadership.
