Join the African German Young Leaders in Business Network: Through cross-border exchange and direct encounters, you, as a young leader, will develop your responsible leadership
skills, shape the transition towards a circular economy and lay the foundation for further economic cooperation: sustainable, fair, agile.
About African German Young Leaders in Business (AGYLE)
AGYLE connects young African and German leaders from business, politics and the media to establish a long-term business network and to develop innovative business models. The goal of AGYLE is to strengthen the African-German dialogue and to lay the foundation for cross-border economic cooperation.

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AGYLE Business Network program
Aim and Benefits of AGYLE Business Network program
Take part in the AGYLE Live Week in Berlin in September 2024
- Participate in a week of inspiring events, including panel discussions, interactive bar camps, targeted matchmaking formats, and insightful company visits.
Collaborate in an intercultural setting
- Work with young leaders from Africa and Germany on compelling challenges for circular economy and test your skills.
Unlock leadership and personal development opportunities
- Benefit from tailored leadership and personal development opportunities designed to enhance your skills and capabilities as a young leader.
Forge long-term connections
- Become part of a long-term business network and gain exclusive contacts in Germany and Africa. Build lasting connections that extend beyond the programme.
Participate in virtual events
- Stay connected through regular virtual events, featuring professional insights and networking opportunities that keep you engaged and informed.
AGYLE Business Network program Courses
Requirements for AGYLE Business Network program Qualification
You are:
- A young leader up to 40 years of age,
- From the field of business, politics, or media,
- Dealing with innovative solutions in the field of circular economy,
- From Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia, or Germany,
- And willing to actively participate in the Young Leaders Alumni network.
(previous experience, already existing cooperations or projects in Africa are not necessary)
Interview date, Process and Venue for AGYLE Business Network program
Timeline:
- Application period: 27 February – 7 April 2024
- Jury meeting and selection of AGYLE Young Leaders: May 2024
- AGYLE Live Week in Berlin: 23 – 27 September 2024
Application Deadline
April 7, 2024How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
African German Young Leaders in Business (AGYLE) on application.land-der-ideen.de to apply