AfriLead Discover, Learn, Lead (DLL) Conference 2026

Applications are now open for the DLL Conference 2026 in Zanzibar, Tanzania—a transformative 4-day, fully funded, immersive international conference experience bringing together youth leaders, changemakers, entrepreneurs, students, educators, innovators, policymakers, politicians, and influencers from across Africa and the globe. Set in the heart of Zanzibar’s UNESCO World Heritage Site—Stone Town, this immersive experience blends leadership development, sustainable and eco-tourism, education, sustainable development, cultural exchange nights, and above all, will expose delegates to global networking and life-changing connections with like-minded individuals.

Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, postgraduate, young professional, activist, or entrepreneur, this is your chance to connect, co-create, discover, learn, unlearn, relearn, and lead global change.

OBJECTIVES OF THE CONFERENCE.

1. Enable connection and networking between delegates.
2. Unveil career, professional, and personal growth opportunities.
3. Offer a platform for selected projects to pitch and funding opportunities.
4. Learn from influential leaders and peers shaping Africa and Global Affairs.
5. Promote sustainable and eco-tourism through collective tourism.
6. Foster cross-cultural dialogue, collaboration, and exchange.
7. Collaborate with changemakers to address contemporary shared challenges like climate change and youth unemployment.
8. Promote cultural and historical exchanges amongst delegates.
9. Explore visionary leadership through sustainability, innovation, tourism, and heritage.
10. Launch the ALEN Global Unity Awards (towards the 2026 Annual Summit).
11. Celebrate shared achievements in leadership, innovation, and unity.
12. Shape universal agendas like the 2030 UN Agenda, Africa’s 2063 Agenda, and various other climate, investment, and humanitarian conventions.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: October 30, 2025
2. Funding Type: Fully Funded
3. Type: Fellowship
4. Sponsor: AfriLead EduTourism Network (ALEN)

Eligibility Criteria for AfriLead Discover, Learn, Lead (DLL) Conference 2026

Students, recent graduates, postgraduates, young professionals, activists, or entrepreneurs can apply.

Benefits of AfriLead Discover, Learn, Lead (DLL) Conference 2026

1. Return airfare (Round trip Air Tickets) and local transportation
2. Exclusive Visa application letter (invitation letter), if required
3. Airport and ferry transfers upon arrival and departure in Tanzania
4. Accommodation (4 days = 3 nights) in the selected conference hotel in Zanzibar
5. All meals during the conference sessions
6. Local transport during the conference site tour
7. Tours and cultural activities are fully covered
8. Conference Tool Kit (CTK) and all merchandise, including T-shirts, badges, notebooks, and special conference passes
9. Selected project pitch, keynote speech, or engage as a panellist
10. Verifiable electronic and hard copy delegate Certificates

How to Apply

For more details, visit AfriLead EduTourism Network (ALEN) webpage

Application Deadline

October 30, 2025

Application Link(s)

• Apply for AfriLead Discover, Learn, Lead (DLL) Conference 2026