Deadline: Unspecified The Nisa Global Foundation African Initiative Grants 2025 is now open for applications. This grant opportunity is designed to empower grassroots organisations across Africa, supporting innovative and impactful solutions that address pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges. Whether you are a youth-led group, women’s association, social enterprise, or established non-profit, this funding initiative provides a platform to strengthen community resilience and promote sustainable development. About the Nisa Global Foundation African Initiative Grants 2025 The Nisa Global Foundation aims to uplift African organisations that are committed to driving positive change within their communities. By offering financial support, the foundation…
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Deadline: September 12, 2025 Are you a young innovator with a passion for democracy, civic engagement, and technology? Applications are now open for the Dr. Kole Shettima Innovation in Democracy Challenge (₦500,000 Prize). This initiative seeks to empower youth-led innovations that transform civic participation, accountability, elections, and democratic engagement across Nigeria. About the Dr. Kole Shettima Innovation in Democracy Challenge The Innovation in Democracy Challenge is designed to spotlight groundbreaking civic-tech solutions led by young Nigerians. By integrating AI and technology, applicants are expected to develop projects that strengthen democracy and youth participation in governance. The programme follows a structured…
Deadline: Unspecified The DBN Entrepreneurship Training Programme 2025 x 8th Gear Hub is a flagship initiative designed to empower Nigerian entrepreneurs and SMEs with access to capacity-building, funding, and tailored resources. The collaboration between 8th Gear Hub (part of 8th Gear Partners) and the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) offers a unique opportunity for business owners to scale sustainably while addressing critical gaps in business knowledge and finance. This programme provides grants of up to ₦5 million alongside structured training modules that cover essential areas of business development and management. About the Programme The DBN Entrepreneurship Training Programme 2025 x…
Deadline: November 14, 2025 The Pulitzer Center Local Letters for Global Change Contest 2025 is now open for applications! This exciting global writing competition invites students to raise their voices by addressing urgent world issues directly to their local elected representatives. Through this contest, students learn how to connect global challenges to their communities while advocating for real solutions. Below are the full details of the opportunity, eligibility requirements, guidelines, prizes, and how to apply. About the Pulitzer Center Local Letters for Global Change Contest 2025 The Pulitzer Center invites K-12 students worldwide to submit a one-page persuasive letter to…
Deadline: September 14, 2025 Are you a young founder from Latin America or Africa looking to scale your startup idea with global exposure, mentorship, and funding? The START Fellowship Accelerator 2026 is now open for applications. This three-month fully funded programme in Switzerland offers emerging entrepreneurs the chance to develop their ventures, access world-class mentorship, and pitch for up to CHF 60,000 in equity-free funding. About START Fellowship Accelerator 2026 The START Fellowship Accelerator 2026 is a prestigious three-month accelerator designed for young innovators from Latin America and Africa. Hosted in Switzerland, the programme brings together ambitious founders and equips…
Deadline: September 19, 2025 Are you leading an innovative nonprofit organisation and looking for funding to scale your impact? The Stanley 1913 Creators Fund 2025 is now open for applications, offering up to $50,000 USD in unrestricted support to visionary leaders and early-stage nonprofits across the globe. This grant initiative continues Stanley’s century-long tradition of innovation, rooted in its values of humanity, sustainability, and possibility. It is designed to empower changemakers who are tackling some of the world’s most pressing issues, from climate change and equity to community well-being and mental health. About the Stanley 1913 Creators Fund Launched in…
Deadline: October 15, 2025 Are you a researcher facing threats, harassment, or risks due to conflict or political instability? The C²DH Scholar at Risk Fellowship 2026 offers you a unique opportunity to continue your research in a safe and supportive environment in Luxembourg. Hosted by the Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History (C²DH), this fellowship provides funding, protection, and resources for at-risk scholars working in the fields of contemporary, public, and digital history. Fellowship Overview The C²DH Scholar at Risk Fellowship 2026 is a two-month programme that aims to support researchers facing danger in their home countries. This fellowship…
Deadline: September 10, 2025 Are you an early-stage entrepreneur passionate about solving systemic inequities in education or conscious technology? The Camelback Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications, offering capital investment, coaching, and access to a powerful network of peers and partners. This prestigious fellowship is designed to support mission-driven founders who are building innovative ventures that serve under-resourced communities across the U.S. If you are ready to accelerate your venture and leadership journey, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. About the Camelback Fellowship 2026 The Camelback Fellowship is a 16-week intensive programme that provides both financial and…
Deadline: September 19, 2025 The ICGEB SAWBP PhD Fellowship 2025 – Second Call is now open for applications. This prestigious fellowship, offered by the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) in collaboration with the South African Department of Science, Technology and Innovation, is dedicated to empowering women in biotechnology research. If you are a female South African citizen or permanent resident with a strong interest in biotechnology, this opportunity offers a fully funded PhD programme with excellent research support, mentorship, and international exposure. Fellowship Overview Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet the following requirements: Research Areas The fellowship supports…
Deadline: October 12, 2025 The Nordic Scholarship Programme 2026 is now open for applications, offering a unique opportunity for Master’s students, PhD candidates, and postdoctoral researchers in the Social Sciences and Humanities to further their Africa-oriented research. The programme, hosted at the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) in Uppsala, Sweden, provides one month of intensive academic engagement, networking, and research support. This scholarship is designed to strengthen Africa-related scholarship in the Nordic countries and build collaboration between young researchers and the academic community at NAI. Application Deadline The deadline to apply for the Nordic Scholarship Programme 2026 is 12 October 2025.…