The U.S. Department of State and IREX are pleased to welcome the 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders cohort to the United States.
Meet the 2025 Catalyst Grant Winner
The 2024 Fellowship Alumnus and energy entrepreneur from Niger will address energy insecurity in the Sahel by distributing solar lamps to rural communities.
U.S. Educational Institutions to Host Mandela Washington Fellows
The U.S. Department of State and IREX are pleased to announce the 26 U.S. educational institutions selected to host 650 Mandela Washington Fellows in summer 2025.
Applications for 2025 Reciprocal Exchange Component Now Open
The U.S. Department of State and IREX are pleased to announce that applications for the Reciprocal Exchange component of the Mandela Washington Fellowship are open...
Empowering Communities through Mandela Day Service Grants
Mandela International Day of Service has been officially recognized since July 18, 2009; however, the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the custodian of his legacy, has advocated for...
Empowering Women and Youth with Disabilities in Food Systems
To build resilient and sustainable food systems, it’s crucial to ensure equal access to agricultural opportunities, resources, and training. To address barriers faced by people...
Apply for the Catalyst Grant
IREX is excited to announce the launch of the Mandela Washington Fellowship Catalyst Grant, a unique funding opportunity for Fellowship Alumni!
Fellowship Alumni Drive Change for Young Women
Through innovative projects, advocacy, and leadership, Fellowship Alumni are addressing critical challenges, including education and economic opportunity. Their efforts are equipping young women with the...
Sustainable Agriculture for a Food-Secure Future in Africa
Agripreneurs build, organize, and manage their business with a focus on the agriculture sector. As agriculture forms a large portion of many African countries' GDP,...
Celebrating Ten Years: Messages from Fellowship Partners
Established in 2014, the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2024. Over the past decade, nearly 7,200 talented...