Author: Oluwole Omojofodun

Deadline: January 23, 2026 Are you an innovative entrepreneur or small business owner looking for financial support to bring your ideas to life? The TIHMC Start-Up Support Programme 2026 is now open for applications — offering promising start-ups and SMMEs a chance to access much-needed funding, resources, and expert support to accelerate their growth and innovation journey. About the TIHMC Start-Up Support Programme 2026 The Innovation Hub Management Company (TIHMC), in partnership with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) through the Strategic Industrial Bio-innovation Partnership (SIIP), is calling for proposals for the TIHMC Start-Up Support Programme 2026. This initiative…

Deadline: January 15, 2026 The Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Berlin Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications. This fully funded opportunity invites journalists from countries with restricted press freedom or challenging working conditions to spend six months in Berlin, Germany, from June to November 2026. This fellowship, hosted by Reporters Without Borders Germany (RSF), offers selected journalists a valuable opportunity to rest, reflect, and strengthen their skills in digital security, resilience, and professional networking — all while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritizes their safety and well-being. About the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Berlin Fellowship 2026 The RSF Berlin Fellowship…

Deadline: January 15, 2026 The Generation Leadership Academy – Cohort 5 is now open for applications! This transformative two-week intensive youth leadership mentoring program is designed to empower young people with essential leadership skills, knowledge, and experience needed to drive meaningful change within their communities. Organized by Citizen Voice and Actions (CVA), a youth-led organization based in Rwanda, the academy focuses on developing a new generation of confident, informed, and responsible leaders who are ready to participate actively in decision-making and governance processes. About the Generation Leadership Academy The Generation Leadership Academy is an annual leadership development initiative aimed at…

Deadline: January 15, 2026 The World Food Forum (WFF) Youth Assembly Partner Organizations Programme 2026 invites organizations from around the globe to collaborate in shaping inclusive and action-driven discussions for the transformation of agrifood systems. This programme provides a unique opportunity for organizations working on sustainability, climate action, nutrition, biodiversity, and youth empowerment to take an active role in influencing global policy dialogues. The WFF Youth Assembly Partner Organizations Programme 2026 aims to engage youth-focused organizations and networks to co-design meaningful dialogues that reflect young people’s perspectives and priorities in global food systems transformation. About the WFF Youth Assembly The…

Deadline: February 15, 2026 The Africa NextGen Economist Prize 2026 is now open for applications! This prestigious award celebrates outstanding African economists whose innovative research and policy ideas contribute to shaping sustainable economic development across the continent. The prize seeks to highlight exceptional talent, amplify original work, and connect research with real-world policy impact in Africa. About the Africa NextGen Economist Prize 2026 The Africa NextGen Economist Prize 2026 recognizes the next generation of economists whose work reflects an in-depth understanding of African economic realities and provides actionable insights for the continent’s development. Organized by Jeune Afrique, The Africa Report,…

Deadline: February 2, 2026 Are you passionate about building a sustainable future for Africa through advanced research and innovation? The University of the Witwatersrand & University of Edinburgh Masters by Research in Sustainable African Futures 2026 is now open for applications. This fully funded postgraduate opportunity offers talented individuals across Africa the chance to undertake world-class research training aimed at shaping sustainable African development. About the Programme The Masters by Research in Sustainable African Futures (MScR) is a jointly delivered postgraduate research programme offered by the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in South Africa and the University of Edinburgh in…

Deadline: January 11, 2026 The Children’s Commissioner Ambassador Programme 2026 is a unique youth leadership and advocacy opportunity for young people in England who are passionate about children’s rights, wellbeing, and influencing public policy. This year-long voluntary programme enables selected young ambassadors to represent the voices of children and young people at the highest levels of decision-making. The Children’s Commissioner Ambassador Programme 2026 is delivered by the Office of the Children’s Commissioner for England and offers participants a platform to engage directly with policymakers, government officials, and the media. About the Programme The Children’s Commissioner Ambassador Programme is a voluntary…

Deadline: January 30, 2026 The HIIA Future Leaders Program 2026 is a highly competitive international fellowship designed to nurture the next generation of global policy thinkers and leaders. Organised by the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs (HIIA), the programme offers young professionals and recent graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in foreign policy research, international relations, and diplomacy in Budapest, Hungary. The HIIA Future Leaders Program 2026 brings together talented individuals from around the world to engage in policy-oriented research, professional development, and high-level discussions within a leading European think tank environment. About the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs…

Deadline: January 31, 2026 The She Leads African Food Futures (SHEAF) Fellowship 2026 is a prestigious leadership and career development programme designed to strengthen the capacity of African women working across agrifood systems. The fellowship focuses on empowering women professionals who are committed to addressing gender inequality and driving transformative change in food systems policies and programmes across Africa. The She Leads African Food Futures (SHEAF) Fellowship 2026 brings together leadership development, technical learning, mentoring, coaching, and peer exchange to support women leaders shaping the future of Africa’s agrifood sector. About the SHEAF Fellowship The She Leads African Food Futures…

Deadline: January 29, 2026 The ILFA Flagship Secondment Programme 2026 is a prestigious international professional development opportunity designed for experienced African lawyers seeking advanced global legal exposure. Delivered by International Lawyers for Africa (ILFA), this flagship programme combines practical secondment placements, high-level legal training, and academic enrichment at leading global institutions. The ILFA Flagship Secondment Programme 2026 is structured to strengthen legal capacity across Africa by equipping participants with international expertise directly applicable to African legal systems and institutions. Programme Overview The ILFA Flagship Secondment Programme offers selected African lawyers a 1–3 month secondment placement with top-tier international law firms…