LEAD x African Public Service Day

Celebrating a new generation of African public leaders

Every year, African Public Service Day is an opportunity for our continent to recognise the women and men who choose to serve the public good and to strengthen citizens’ trust in their institutions. Established by the African Union and celebrated on 23 June, this day promotes professionalism, innovation and accountability across public administrations, and highlights the central role of the public service in Africa’s development and integration.

In this spirit, LEAD is marking African Public Service Day by shining a spotlight on a new generation of public leaders. Through its fellows and founders, LEAD supports committed public servants who are driving reforms, improving service delivery and building more effective, citizen‑centred institutions. By sharing their stories, their values and the impact of their work, LEAD aims to celebrate public service as a demanding but meaningful vocation, grounded in responsibility, excellence and integrity.

This dedicated space brings together portraits, interviews and campaign content produced for African Public Service Day. It is an invitation to discover the journeys of LEAD fellows, to reflect on what leadership in public service means today, and to join a broader conversation on the future of governance and public institutions in Africa.