The 2026 UNESCO/Japan Young Researchers’ Fellowships Programme is a unique opportunity for young researchers worldwide to pursue postgraduate research in fields of shared global importance, with a deadline of September 30, 2026. This fellowship programme, established in 2001, aims to strengthen research capacities and promote international knowledge exchange, and has already enabled 291 young researchers […]
The Media Defence Sub-Saharan Africa Litigation Surgery Program 2025 is an exceptional opportunity for lawyers based in sub-Saharan Africa to enhance their skills in strategic litigation, and the application deadline is July 31, 2026. This fully funded program, taking place in Nairobi, Kenya, aims to advance the protection of human rights through litigation, focusing on […]
The DefendDefenders-Front Line Defenders-ISHR in-person training ahead of the African Commission’s 89th session is a fully funded opportunity for African human rights defenders to enhance their skills and knowledge in advocating for human rights at the national level. This opportunity is open to applicants until July 26, 2026, and it is a chance for defenders […]
The CircularEconomy4Ghana Innovation Challenge 2026 is a groundbreaking opportunity for young innovators in Ghana, offering a fully funded immersive bootcamp in Accra, Ghana, with a deadline of August 08, 2026. This challenge is designed to support novel technologies that strengthen the circular economy, enhance food security, and build long-term resilience within Ghana’s agricultural sector. By […]
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) Next Generation Investigative Journalism Fellowship 2026 is a fully funded residential program that offers young Ghanaian journalists the opportunity to develop their investigative journalism skills, with a focus on accountability journalism and anti-corruption reporting. The deadline for applications is July 30, 2026, and interested candidates are encouraged to […]
The African Union CIEFFA Online Capacity Building Training 2026 is a fully funded opportunity for emerging leaders to acquire practical skills in the digital economy, and the application deadline is July 31, 2026. This initiative is designed to equip young Africans with the knowledge and expertise needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced technological landscape. By […]
The McGill University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2026/2027 is a fully funded opportunity for African students to pursue their master’s degree in Canada, with a deadline of August 21, 2026. This prestigious program aims to empower gifted leaders and changemakers from across Africa to transform their communities and the continent at large. By applying for […]
The Call for Applications 2026: Fully Funded Sabbatical Senior Fellowship, Senior Fellowship, and Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2027 is a prestigious opportunity for researchers and academics to advance their careers, with a deadline of July 12, 2026. This fellowship program is designed to support outstanding researchers at different stages of their academic careers, from established senior […]
The AVoHC Kofi Annan Scholars Program – Financial Specialist – Africa CDC is a unique opportunity for young African professionals to gain valuable experience in financial management and public health. With a deadline of August 03, 2026, interested candidates should start preparing their applications immediately. This fully funded program offers a chance to work with […]
The Doctoral Student in IMER with a Focus on Survey Studies of Diversity and Inclusion at Malmö University, Sweden | Fully Funded PhD Opportunity 2027 is a prestigious opportunity for aspiring researchers to contribute to one of Sweden’s leading migration research environments. With a deadline of August 31, 2026, interested candidates should start preparing their […]

