Deadline: Ongoing The APRI Young Talent Program 2025 is now open for applications! This is an exciting opportunity for emerging researchers, young professionals, and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in policy analysis and advocacy, directly impacting Africa’s development landscape. If you’re passionate about policy research and eager to make a difference, the APRI Young Talent Program 2025 could be your gateway to a thriving career in a globally recognised think tank. About the APRI Young Talent Program 2025 Hosted by the Africa Policy Research Institute (APRI), the Young Talent Program 2025 is designed to nurture and empower early-career professionals…
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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: July 25, 2025 Applications are now open for the AIJC Investigative Journalism Masterclass 2025, a prestigious opportunity for African journalists to sharpen their investigative reporting skills using cutting-edge tools and techniques. Organised by the African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) in partnership with SKUP (Norway) and Bellingcat, the masterclass is designed to empower both early-career and mid-career journalists across the continent. The AIJC Investigative Journalism Masterclass 2025 will be held in Johannesburg, South Africa, in the days leading up to the main AIJC Conference taking place from November 5–7, 2025. About the AIJC Investigative Journalism Masterclass 2025 This immersive, three-day…
Deadline: Unspecified The Oando Foundation Green Youth Upskilling Program 2025 is now accepting applications from passionate young Nigerians residing in Lagos State. This forward-thinking initiative, spearheaded by Oando Foundation in collaboration with the Nigerian Climate Innovation Centre (NCIC), aims to equip 25 selected youths with market-relevant, practical green skills across various sectors, including climate-smart agriculture, renewable energy, smart waste management, and sustainable entrepreneurship. If you’re a young Nigerian between the ages of 20 and 35 and you’re eager to build a career in the green economy, the Oando Foundation Green Youth Upskilling Program 2025 offers an excellent opportunity to gain…
Deadline: July 21, 2025 The AfroTech Conference Founder Circle 2025 Cohort is a premier accelerator-style programme created to empower early-stage Black tech entrepreneurs with critical tools for growth, investor engagement, and community building. Organised by Blavity Inc. and integrated into the annual AfroTech Conference, the initiative is a launchpad for visionary founders looking to scale impactful businesses across Africa and the diaspora. Whether you’re navigating the early stages of your startup or preparing for investor conversations, the AfroTech Conference Founder Circle 2025 Cohort offers the structure, access, and community support to help you thrive. About the Programme The Founder Circle…
Deadline: 30 July 2025 The CSEA Africa’s 2025 Data Future Fellowship is a groundbreaking opportunity for emerging African professionals committed to shaping the continent’s digital future. Organised by the Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA), this three-month, fully virtual fellowship will support early-career professionals in advancing innovative thinking in data governance, digital transformation, and responsible tech use. If you are a passionate changemaker working on digital policy, artificial intelligence governance, or ethical data stewardship, CSEA Africa’s 2025 Data Future Fellowship could be your gateway to broader influence and policy impact. About the Fellowship The programme is…
Deadline: Friday, 18 July 2025 The UNIDIR Outer Space Security Conference Youth Video Competition 2025 is now open for applications, offering young visionaries aged 18–25 from around the world the chance to contribute to global discussions on space security. This exciting initiative is a gateway to influence international policy conversations and even win a fully funded trip to Geneva, Switzerland. Hosted by the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) in collaboration with the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI), the competition will culminate in the prestigious Outer Space Security Conference (OS25), set to take place from 9–10 September 2025.…
Deadline: August 4, 2025 The Irish Tech Challenge South Africa 2025 is back with another exciting opportunity for growth-stage, impact-driven South African tech startups. This transformative initiative seeks to empower local ventures aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by offering funding, international exposure, and strategic mentoring opportunities through a strong partnership between South African and Irish innovation ecosystems. About the Irish Tech Challenge South Africa 2025 The Irish Tech Challenge South Africa 2025 is led by the Embassy of Ireland in South Africa in partnership with Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), the…
Deadline: August 8, 2025 Are you an aspiring music professional with a passion for excellence and financial need? The Sony Music Group Global Scholars Program 2025 is now accepting applications from talented students worldwide who are pursuing undergraduate degrees in music or music-related fields. This prestigious scholarship offers financial support, professional development opportunities, and access to a global community of creatives. Read on to discover all the details about eligibility, funding, application deadlines, and how you can be part of the Sony Music Group Global Scholars Program 2025. About the Sony Music Group Global Scholars Program 2025 Launched to foster…
Deadline: July 15, 2025 The African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award 2025 is now accepting entries from across the continent. This prestigious honour celebrates Africa’s most courageous and impactful investigative reporting. If your work has exposed injustice, challenged the status quo, or brought about real-world change between July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025, this award is for you. Hosted by the Wits Centre for Journalism in partnership with Absa Africa, the award will be presented during the African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC)—Africa’s biggest annual gathering of investigative journalists. About the African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award 2025…
Deadline: August 25, 2025 The Ontario Community Changemakers Program 2025-2026 is now open for applications, providing an exciting opportunity for Ontario-based individuals with bold, creative ideas to transform their communities. Backed by 8 80 Cities and the Balsam Foundation, this initiative offers both seed funding and a structured leadership development experience. If you are passionate about public space activation, civic engagement, or social inclusion, this is the programme to bring your vision to life. About the Ontario Community Changemakers Program 2025-2026 The Ontario Community Changemakers Program 2025-2026 is a micro-grant and leadership development programme aimed at supporting changemakers across Ontario.…