Emerging Public Leaders

06/03/2026

Check out the highlights from Day 1 of the 2026 Alumni Network Gathering!

President's Young Professionals Program - PYPP Emerging Public Leaders of Sierra Leone Emerging Public Leaders Malawi Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana Emerging Public Leaders Alumni Network-Global

06/02/2026

The first day of our 2026 Alumni Network Gathering has officially closed!

We were honored to have Ambassador Marjon Kamara, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Liberia, and PYPP Mentor, give the keynote address during our Opening Ceremony. Amb. Kamara remarked on the accomplishments of the President's Young Professionals Program and the Emerging Public Leaders Network, bringing efficiency and a new standard of excellence in the public service across Africa. She also reminded young leaders present that the art of learning and effective leadership requires humility and called on partners to deepen intentional investment in young leaders who are ethical and committed to building institutions that work for all people.

H.E former President, Nobel Laureate, and EPL Co-Founder and Chair Emeritus, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, shared a video message reminding alumni of their mission to ensure that the promise of youth leadership continues to spread across Africa and that every young person, regardless of background, has the opportunity to rise.

It was a privilege to be joined by many other distinguished speakers and guests, both in-person and virtual, including
Dr. Elizabeth Obeng-Yeboah, Director of the Recruitment, Training and Development, Office Of The Head Of Civil Service - OHCS;
Hon. Dahnu Mianyen, MPA, Deputy Director General and Liberia Alumni, who conveyed remarks on behalf of Dr. Josiah F. Joekai, Director General, Civil Service Agency - Liberia;
Arthur Chibwana, Chair, Public Service Commission of Malawi;
Francis Meja, Chairperson, Public Service Commission of Kenya;
Emmanuel Lubembe, Board Chair, EPL;
EPL Leadership, Emily Stanger Sfeile, Ciata Stevens d'Almeida, Juliet A. Amoah, Linda Harawa, Fefegula Robert; and
representatives from the Mastercard Foundation, the National Commission on Persons with Disabilities, the Future of Development Cooperation Coalition, and Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation.

As well as the many members present who gave testimony to the imprint our fellowship program made on their life as leaders.

Thank you to the President's Young Professionals Program - PYPP for the warm welcome to Liberia, and for beginning the two-day conference with unity and intentionality to improve and promote inclusive governance across the continent.

We look forward to sharing more learnings and leadership tomorrow!

Emerging Public Leaders Malawi | Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana | Emerging Public Leaders of Sierra Leone | Emerging Public Leaders Alumni Network-Global

06/02/2026

SESSION 2 - EMERGING PUBLIC LEADERS - ALUMNI NETWORK GATHERING 2026

Theme:
𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽:
Young Public Servants Scaling Youth Transitions and Inclusive Growth
This is where ideas meet impact and future leaders are empowered!
Tune in, engage, and be part of the movement shaping tomorrow’s leadership.

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

EMERGING PUBLIC LEADERS - ALUMNI NETWORK GATHERING 2026

Theme:
𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽:
Young Public Servants Scaling Youth Transitions and Inclusive Growth

This is where ideas meet impact and future leaders are empowered!

Tune in, engage, and be part of the movement shaping tomorrow’s leadership.

06/02/2026

Almost time for our live feed from our global alumni gathering in Liberia. Thank you for your patience. Your participation is important to us. 9am to 12 noon GMT.

06/02/2026

So excited this is beginning!

06/01/2026

Join us for the Opening Ceremony of our 3rd Annual Alumni Network Gathering tomorrow GMT LIVE here on Facebook!

This year's event will convene 60 Leaders from across the continent who have graduated from our programs in Malawi, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, and soon Sierra Leone for a two-day conference under the theme Learning from Leadership: Young public servants scaling youth transitions and inclusive growth.

The 2026 Alumni Network Gathering builds on past events, bringing our Leaders together to connect and exchange insights on governance innovations, building inclusive leadership pipelines, and strengthening state capabilities and public leadership.

As our Leaders from Emerging Public Leaders Malawi, Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana, Emerging Public Leaders of Sierra Leone, and make their way to Liberia, we are deeply grateful to the President's Young Professionals Program - PYPP for hosting this year's event.

We look forward to welcoming everyone - both in-person and virtually - tomorrow!

Are you an Alum looking to attend virtually? Visit our website for more information: https://emergingpublicleaders.org/2026-alumni-gathering

| Emerging Public Leaders Alumni Network-Global | Mastercard Foundation

05/21/2026

We've Recruiting in Sierra Leone!!

Have you heard? We are currently recruiting our second cohort of Emerging Public Leaders of Sierra Leone Public Service Fellows.

We are looking for values-driven individuals ready to lead change, strengthen public institutions, and deliver impact where it matters most.

You're eligible to apply if you are
✅A Sierra Leonean national
✅A recent university graduate with a Bachelors’ degree
✅Aged 18-35 years
✅Proficient in basic computer skills
✅Have strong written and verbal English skills
✅Passionate about public service with a track record of community leadership

Women, persons living with disabilities, and Mastercard Foundation Scholars are encouraged to apply.

Learn more about the EPL Sierra Leone program and how to apply by visiting https://bit.ly/4v1b69Z

All applications must be submitted by Friday, June 12, 2026.

05/13/2026

Our 2025 Annual Report is officially here🥳

Join us in celebrating a tremendous year of growth within our outstanding community of young African leaders. In the past year, our network has grown to 715 young professionals in Ghana, Liberia, Kenya, Malawi, and Sierra Leone, with our largest intake yet welcoming 194 new public servants. We are especially proud to share our progress in deepening diversity and inclusion across all programs, and in meeting key milestones such as surpassing 50% women in our current cohort.

This Annual Report highlights the young professionals at the heart of our work and the impact of their day-to-day leadership in their communities.

Thank you to all the partners, governments, supervisors, mentors, and alumni whose dedication and commitment to our mission strengthen the leadership, integrity, and technical capacity of today's .

Read the full report here! https://bit.ly/3PH9t25

Like and share to help build the next generation of innovative, ethical young leaders across the continent🌍

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