AGYLE 2026: GreenTech for Impact – Young Leaders Shaping Climate-Smart Economies

How can we design economic systems that remain resilient in the future?
Across Africa and Europe, societies and markets are facing profound challenges. Climate change, water scarcity, rising energy demand, fragile supply chains, food security, and resource constraints call for new answers — and for people ready to actively drive change.

The AGYLE 2026 Call for Applications addresses young leaders and entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions in key GreenTech fields, including renewable energy, climate and agri-tech, water and resource management, and sustainable mobility. We are looking for individuals who combine environmental impact with economic scalability and social value creation, and who are active across African and European markets.

AGYLE 2026 brings together a diverse group of young leaders and entrepreneurs who see technological innovation as a powerful lever for sustainable transformation. The programme creates space for exchange, joint learning, and strategic development, with the aim of rethinking responsible growth and fair value creation across regions.

Within this context, AGYLE explores key questions such as:
How can technological innovation effectively address current and future environmental and societal challenges? How can companies measure environmental impact while achieving sustainable economic growth? And which skills, partnerships, and enabling conditions empower young leaders to drive lasting, sustainable transformation?

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What to expect from the AGYLE programme:

AGYLE Live Week in Berlin, Germany (14–18/09/2026) – A week of inspiration and networking

Join 40 young leaders from eight countries for an intensive week of exchange, where you will engage with key stakeholders from business and politics, present business cases and best practices, and share your visions for sustainable impact.

Intercultural Collaboration

Work alongside young leaders from Africa and Europe on real-world challenges related to GreenTech for Impact and put your skills into practice in an international setting.

Leadership & Skill Development

Benefit from tailored formats designed to strengthen your leadership capabilities, expand your skill set, and support your personal and professional growth.

A Long-Term Network 

Become part of a strong, long-term business network connecting professionals from Africa and Europe. Build meaningful relationships that extend well beyond the programme and support your international career over the long run.

Digitale Events & Insights
Our digital formats offer exclusive insights into current trends and emerging topics shaping African–European economic relations.

Our Expert Jury

  • Ethel Cofie

    Founder & CEO
    Edel Technology Consulting

  • Jury member Susanne Friedrich, Head Agency for Business and Economic Development

    Susanne Friedrich

    Head
    Agency for Business and Economic Development

  • Jury member Henri Tchatchu, Managing Director CarMedialab GmbH

    Henri Depe Tchatchu

    Executive Director & Director IT, Operations and Support
    CarMedialab GmbH, INIT

  • AGYLE jury member Holger Lösch, who works for the Bund der Deutschen Industrie

    Holger Lösch

    Deputy Director General Executive Board
    The Federation of German Industries (BDI)

Who can apply?

You are a perfect fit for AGYLE, if

✔️ you are no older than 40 years of age,

✔️ you have at least 3 years of executive experience or started your own business,

✔️ you come from or have worked for at least 5 years in Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia, Germany, or Austria.

✔️ you are committed to creating a sustainable future.

✔️ you would like to become part of the AGYLE Alumni Network and play an active role.

 

Applications are open until 1 April 2026.

AGYLE is a programme of Germany - Land of Ideas and is funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

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