UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates: Scholarship for African Students

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Young Professionals Programme recruits exceptional young African graduates for two-year rotational assignments at UNECA headquarters in Addis Ababa and regional offices, covering economics, trade, statistics, and development.

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Quick Facts — UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates

Host CountryEthiopia
Application DeadlineSeptember 30, 2026

Who Is Eligible for UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates?

This scholarship is open to students from: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

How to Apply for UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates

  1. Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
  2. Prepare your documents including academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and personal statement.
  3. Submit your application before September 30, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates?

UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates is open to students from Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe studying at the eligible level.

What does UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates cover?

This scholarship scholarship covers tuition and may include additional benefits such as living expenses and travel costs.

When is the deadline for UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates?

The application deadline is September 30, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for UNECA Young Professionals Programme for African Graduates from Africa?

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