News & Updates

Latest News

Stay updated with the latest announcements, stories, and developments from the East African Fellowship, Internship and Volunteer Programme.

Announcements

2026 Fellowship Applications Now Open

February 15, 20263 min read

The East African Fellowship, Internship and Volunteer Programme is accepting applications for the 2026 cohort. Young professionals from all 8 EAC Partner States are encouraged to apply.

Partnerships

New Partnership with African Development Bank

JSP has signed a strategic partnership with the AfDB to expand fellowship placements in the financial sector across East Africa.

February 10, 20264 min read
Alumni Stories

Alumni Spotlight: Grace Achieng on Climate Action

2024 fellow Grace Achieng shares how her JSP experience shaped her career in climate policy and environmental governance in Uganda.

February 5, 20265 min read
Events

Regional Youth Forum 2026 Announced

The annual EAC Youth Forum will be held in Kigali, Rwanda in April 2026. JSP fellows and alumni are invited to participate.

January 28, 20262 min read
Reports

Skills Development Report 2025 Released

Our annual report highlights the impact of the programme on youth employability, skills acquisition, and regional mobility across the EAC.

January 20, 20266 min read
Programme Updates

Mentorship Programme Expansion

The JSP mentorship programme is expanding to include virtual mentoring sessions, making it accessible to more participants across the region.

January 15, 20263 min read