Deadline: January 5, 2026 The KAS Media Africa Local Journalism Award 2026 is now open for applications! This prestigious award, organized by the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) through its regional Media Programme for Sub-Saharan Africa, aims to celebrate and support outstanding examples of local journalism across the continent. The award highlights journalists who bring untold local stories to light, connecting community realities to national and global conversations while maintaining the highest standards of reporting. About the KAS Media Africa Local Journalism Award 2026 The KAS Media Africa Local Journalism Award 2026 recognizes the crucial role of local journalism in fostering…
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Oluwole Omojofodun
Oluwole Omojofodun is the Proposal Review Team Lead and Publisher at GrantsDatabase.org. With a strong background in grant writing, nonprofit development, and funding strategy, Oluwole oversees the review and refinement of proposals submitted through the platform. His work ensures that applicants are equipped with compelling, funder-ready applications. Passionate about accessibility and impact, he also curates and publishes timely grant opportunities to empower changemakers across sectors.
Deadline: January 16, 2026 The Dahdaleh Global Health Graduate Scholarship Program 2026 offers exceptional funding opportunities for graduate students pursuing global health research at York University, Canada. This prestigious scholarship is designed to support outstanding domestic and international students whose research aligns with the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research’s mission of advancing equitable and sustainable global health. About the Dahdaleh Global Health Graduate Scholarship Program 2026 The Dahdaleh Global Health Graduate Scholarship Program is hosted by the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research at York University. The program supports incoming and continuing graduate students engaged in research that contributes…
Deadline: December 12, 2025 The UNDP Nigeria Call for Digital Solutions to End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls is an open invitation for innovators, startups, and organizations across Nigeria to design and showcase innovative technology-driven solutions that address digital violence against women and girls. This initiative aligns with the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, emphasizing the urgent need to combat online harassment, abuse, and threats that limit women’s participation in digital spaces. Through this call, UNDP Nigeria aims to identify, support, and amplify impactful digital projects that make the internet safer and more inclusive for…
Deadline: February 27, 2026 The Caine Prize for African Writing 2026 is now open for submissions! Renowned as one of Africa’s most prestigious literary awards, the Caine Prize continues to recognize and celebrate exceptional short stories by African writers. Established in 2000 in memory of Sir Michael Harris Caine, the prize seeks to highlight the richness and diversity of African storytelling while promoting African literature to a global audience. About the Caine Prize for African Writing The Caine Prize for African Writing is an annual literary award presented to the best original short story by an African writer published in…
Deadline: February 15, 2026 The V Dolors Alberola Poetry Prize 2026 is now open for submissions! This prestigious international competition celebrates poetic creativity and aims to promote literary excellence across languages and cultures. Writers from all over the world are invited to submit their unpublished poetry collections for a chance to gain international recognition and publication. About the V Dolors Alberola Poetry Prize 2026 The V Dolors Alberola Poetry Prize 2026 is an international poetry award that welcomes entries from poets across the globe. It honors the art of poetry and encourages cultural and linguistic diversity in literature. The competition…
Deadline: March 31, 2026 The ICGEB Arturo Falaschi PhD Fellowships 2026 offers one of the most comprehensive fully funded opportunities for aspiring scientists in the life sciences. This prestigious programme provides international PhD training across world-class laboratories, complete financial support, and access to global research ecosystems. Below is a detailed breakdown of everything applicants need to know. About the ICGEB Arturo Falaschi PhD Fellowships 2026 The fellowship supports highly motivated students to undertake doctoral research in life sciences at one of the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) components. Successful candidates complete their PhD through partner universities, including:…
Deadline: December 15, 2025 The EJN Virtual Media Workshop to Strengthen Reporting on Business Engagement with Climate Change in Indonesia 2026 is now open for applications. This specialised five-day virtual training is designed to equip journalists with the knowledge and skills needed to report more effectively on how businesses engage with climate change issues in Indonesia. It is part of the Earth Journalism Network’s Business and Climate Media Initiative (BCMI), which aims to enhance media coverage of business-related climate challenges and solutions worldwide. This workshop presents a crucial opportunity for journalists seeking to deepen their understanding of climate-related business reporting…
Deadline: January 31, 2026 The IJURR Foundation Writing-Up Grants 2026 offer crucial financial support to doctoral candidates from low- and middle-income countries who are in the final stages of their PhD journey. Designed to assist scholars who have completed all fieldwork and are now focused on writing their dissertation, this grant aims to elevate research excellence across urban, rural and regional studies globally. This post breaks down everything you need to know — eligibility, benefits, requirements, and the application deadline — in a clear and SEO-friendly structure to help prospective applicants prepare effectively. About the IJURR Foundation Writing-Up Grants 2026…
Deadline: December 31, 2025 The UNICEF Leading Minds Fellowship on Climate Education 2026 is a global initiative designed to empower young leaders who are transforming climate education in their communities. This prestigious fellowship supports youth-led projects that strengthen climate learning, inspire action, and shape policy. With funding, mentorship, and global visibility, the programme equips young innovators to influence how the world understands and responds to the climate crisis. About the UNICEF Leading Minds Fellowship on Climate Education 2026 The fellowship brings together up to 12 young climate leaders from around the world to collaborate on advancing climate education within schools,…
Deadline: Ongoing The Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program 2026 is an exciting new funding initiative designed to advance global understanding of blue-food systems and their role in sustainable food security, climate resilience, biodiversity protection, and equitable development. As the inaugural edition of this programme, the Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program 2026 offers a unique opportunity for early-career researchers and practitioners to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes global policy and food-system transformation. About the Blue Food Futures Programme Blue Food Futures is a global research and policy initiative dedicated to elevating blue foods—fish, shellfish, aquatic plants, algae, and…