Deadline: 14 March 2025 The AI4D Africa Scholarship 2025 provides an exciting opportunity for PhD candidates and early career researchers in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). The scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition, research fees, and travel expenses to the African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS). Benefits Full Scholarship: Covers tuition, books, research … Continue reading Artificial Intelligence for Development in Africa (AI4D Africa) Scholarship 2025
CDKN African Early Career Researchers Fellowship 2025
Application Deadline: 31 January 2025 Focus: Climate Change & Sustainability The CDKN African Early Career Researchers Fellowship 2025 is designed to amplify the voices of emerging African researchers who are passionate about addressing climate challenges and advancing sustainable development across the continent. This program aims to support early-career researchers in building their skills, networks, and … Continue reading CDKN African Early Career Researchers Fellowship 2025
Leiden University: 2 PhD Positions in Political Science/Conflict Studies/African Studies in the Netherlands
Closing Date: 15 March 2025 Leiden University Has opening for 2 PhD positions for the COUNTERRR project. About the Project: COUNTERRR The “Countering Jihadi Insurgencies in Africa: Repress, Resist & Reorder (COUNTERRR)” project, funded by the European Research Council (ERC) and led by Dr. Corinna Jentzsch, examines domestic responses to jihadist armed groups in Africa. … Continue reading Leiden University: 2 PhD Positions in Political Science/Conflict Studies/African Studies in the Netherlands
AU-EU Youth Action Lab: Power Shifting Grants for Youth Initiatives
AU-EU Youth Action Lab: Power Shifting Grants for Youth Initiatives offers funding opportunities for youth-led projects in Africa and Europe. With grants ranging from €30,000 to €50,000, this program empowers young leaders to address global challenges and create sustainable solutions. Key Features of the Power Shifting Grants Youth-Led Decision-Making: Proposals are reviewed and selected by … Continue reading AU-EU Youth Action Lab: Power Shifting Grants for Youth Initiatives
McKinsey African Leaders on the Move: “Inclusive Prosperity: Bridging the Gap in Africa”
Deadline: 31 January 2025 McKinsey African Leaders on the Move, invites individuals with a passion for Africa to an exclusive in-person event in Boston, USA, on Saturday, February 15, 2025. This event highlights McKinsey’s impactful work and leadership-building efforts across Africa. Event Overview Title: African Leaders on the Move Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025 Location: … Continue reading McKinsey African Leaders on the Move: “Inclusive Prosperity: Bridging the Gap in Africa”
Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Programme 2025 For African
Deadline: 28 February 2025 The Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Programme (TEEP) is a flagship initiative of the Tony Elumelu Foundation aimed at empowering African entrepreneurs. It offers $5,000 seed capital, mentorship, business management training, and access to an extensive network of entrepreneurs. This program is open to all African entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas or early-stage … Continue reading Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Programme 2025 For African
Call for Applications: 2025 Post-Doctoral Fellowships for African Researchers in Germany
Deadline: 15 January 2025 The Megatrends Afrika project invites applications for three post-doctoral fellowships focused on African researchers. Fellows will contribute to interdisciplinary research and policy advice on critical global challenges affecting Africa, aligning with the project’s themes:Violent Actors and Transformation of ConflictMegatrends and Democratization vs. AutocratizationGlobal Power Shifts and Multipolarity Host InstitutionsGerman Institute for … Continue reading Call for Applications: 2025 Post-Doctoral Fellowships for African Researchers in Germany
Harry Frank Guggenheim (HFG) African Fellows Program
Deadline: 1 March 2025 The Harry Frank Guggenheim (HFG) African Fellow Awards aim to support emerging African scholars conducting research on violence and related issues on the African continent. The awards recognize scholars whose work promises to contribute to understanding and mitigating violence in its various forms. Program Details Frequency: Biennial (every two years). Eligibility: … Continue reading Harry Frank Guggenheim (HFG) African Fellows Program
Accountable Adaptation Fellowship: Mini-Grants Programme
Deadline: 1 January 2025 The Accountable Adaptation Initiative, in collaboration with the Africa Research and Impact Network (ARIN) and University College London (UCL), is launching a mini-grants program to foster innovation and accountability in climate change adaptation research in Africa. This initiative aims to support early to mid-career researchers from the Global South, specifically those … Continue reading Accountable Adaptation Fellowship: Mini-Grants Programme
FEMWISE-AFRICA 2nd Cohort: Empowering African Women in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding
Deadline: 20 January 2025 FEMWISE-AFRICA, a flagship initiative of the African Union, is now accepting applications for its 2nd Cohort program. This fully-supported initiative aims to empower African women leaders in conflict prevention, mediation, and peacebuilding across the continent. FEMWISE-AFRICA was established under the African Union’s Agenda 2063 to enhance women’s roles in fostering peace … Continue reading FEMWISE-AFRICA 2nd Cohort: Empowering African Women in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding
