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#Decisions Are Out! We are excited to announce that decisions for the 2026 Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship have been released. Congratulations to all the selected applicants for earning a place in this highly competitive and prestigious program.

We're pleased to share the launch of the @QueensU Research Commercialization Fellowship, a new initiative designed to support Kingston-based researchers, faculty, & students on advancing research toward real-world application. @ddqic ➡️ Learn more: bit.ly/4buw8XH

HELLO EVERYONE. I made it to the Ignite Entrepreneurship phase with the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship Pan African Cohort! Grateful for this opportunity to turn my idea into reality. 😌 Hoping for the best outcome at this stage. @ddqic

Selected for the 2026 Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship Ignite Phase! 🚀🌍 Excited to advance my venture using the Disciplined Entrepreneurship framework. Big thanks to Coach Eva Barasa and the @ddqic team! 🎊 #JLMCF #Ignite2026 #Entrepreneurship #Africa #Innovation

Excited to host Prof. Erin L. Scott from @MITSloan on March 24 for a virtual masterclass on startup strategy to inspire Africa’s next generation of entrepreneurs & business leaders. #YoungAfricaWorks #StartUps #GlobalPartnerships

Congratulations to #QueensU researchers Katherine McKittrick and Margaret Moore who have been awarded the 2026 Killam Prizes in the Humanities and Social Sciences from @KillamTrusts for their field leading research in the areas of Black Studies and territorial rights | #QueensuResearch queensu.ca/gazette/storie…

Met up with the current cohort of the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship in Nairobi. proud to be a mentor for this cohort shaping ideas and ecosystem building with the @ddqic at Queen's University. The diversity of perspectives and ambition in the room was inspiring.

As we prepare to officially kick off the 2026 Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship, we are proud to introduce the dedicated team of experts who will be supporting this year’s cohort. Our team brings deep, cross-sector experience.

I'm deeply honored to have been selected for the 2026 Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship (JLMCF) on Entrepreneurship at Queen’s University. Looking forward to a transformative journey of learning, innovation, and impact🎉🎊

As we come to the end of 2025, we are happy to share the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship annual impact report. Read the full report here: lnkd.in/eAZf5eMs #YoungAfricaWorks

JOIN US THIS EVENING FOR THE JIM LEECH MASTERCARD FOUNDATION FELLOWSHIP ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP – INFORMATION SESSION If you’re thinking about applying (or even just curious), this is a perfect chance to learn how to stand out in the application. Here’s what to expect: >>Decode the application questions – Alumni and ambassadors will break down what each question is really asking. >>Tips for strong, authentic answers – Learn how to tell your story in a compelling way without sounding “generic.” >>Live Q&A – Ask anything about the program, the application, or the experience as a fellow Session Details 📅 Date: November 18, 2025 🕣 Time: 8:30 PM EAT-Kampala Time (12:30PM EST) 💻 Platform: Zoom >> Secure your spot: 🔗 Register here: lnkd.in/d9ZiuQjS ℹ️ Learn more about the fellowship: 🔗 lnkd.in/d-Px5_kY Happy to see you!

JOIN US THIS EVENING FOR THE JIM LEECH MASTERCARD FOUNDATION FELLOWSHIP ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP – INFORMATION SESSION If you’re thinking about applying (or even just curious), this is a perfect chance to learn how to stand out in the application. Here’s what to expect: >>Decode the application questions – Alumni and ambassadors will break down what each question is really asking. >>Tips for strong, authentic answers – Learn how to tell your story in a compelling way without sounding “generic.” >>Live Q&A – Ask anything about the program, the application, or the experience as a fellow Session Details 📅 Date: November 18, 2025 🕣 Time: 8:30 PM EAT-Kampala Time (12:30PM EST) 💻 Platform: Zoom >> Secure your spot: 🔗 Register here: lnkd.in/d9ZiuQjS ℹ️ Learn more about the fellowship: 🔗 lnkd.in/d-Px5_kY Happy to see you!

Nearly 1 month left to apply for the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship. Alumni like John G. Deng, continue to create real impact, helping entrepreneurs thrive in remote communities across South Sudan. Read more and apply here : queensu.ca/innovationcent…

I am happy to be joining the African Entrepreneurship Roundtable today as one of the panelists for the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship. Tonight, I’ll be sharing my insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, and impact and how the Fellowship has shaped my journey as an innovator and problem-solver in my community. This event brings together inspiring alumni from across Africa who are using innovation to drive meaningful transformation. You don’t want to miss it right,. ⏰ Tune in at 7:30 PM (EAT) 🔗 Join us here: lnkd.in/dZmqHAa2 Let’s connect through innovation and entrepreneurship. 💡

Queen's University - Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship 2026 by @ddqic Category:  Fellowship , Training , Entrepreneurs  Application Link: scholarshipbob.com/scholarship/qu… Deadline: December 15, 2025 #scholarshipbob #scholarshipoppourtunity #Grants

The Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship is empowering Africa’s next generation of changemakers. Apply now and join a community driving meaningful change: lnkd.in/gsMXRABr

The first-ever hybrid info session for visually impaired entrepreneurs under the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship holds Nov 3 at 4PM (WAT). Venue: Bluehouse Technologies, Jos Join online via Zoom: queensu.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #EleniiShepherd #Inclusion

2026 Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship for young African students & recent graduates. @MastercardFdn @ddqic #Africa #YoungAfricaWorks tinyurl.com/3p44m44h

Are you thinking about applying for the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship on Entrepreneurship but not sure where to start? Join our first info session on Oct 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM EST Join here: queensu.zoom.us/j/91822552587?… Passcode: explore

Honored to share that I’ve been selected as an Ambassador for the Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship! Excited to also announce that applications for the 2026 Entrepreneurship Fellowship are now open! Apply here: lnkd.in/gsMXRABr #Mastercard #Entrepreneurs