Author: Oluwole Omojofodun

Deadline: February 6, 2026 The Liveability Challenge 2026 is now open for applications, offering a golden opportunity for innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs with groundbreaking solutions to urban sustainability challenges. Organised by Temasek Foundation in partnership with Eco-Business, this global platform seeks to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon and climate-resilient future. With up to S$2 million in funding available, the Liveability Challenge 2026 continues its mission of identifying, funding, and scaling the most impactful deep-tech and climate innovations from around the world. About the Liveability Challenge 2026 Since its inception, the Liveability Challenge has become one of Asia’s largest sustainability…

Deadline: January 25, 2026 The beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship 2026/2027 (Cohort 4) is now accepting applications from young changemakers with innovative ideas to tackle pressing environmental issues. This prestigious programme empowers passionate individuals aged 16–28 to turn their visions into impactful projects, providing mentorship, training, and funding support. Application Deadline The deadline to apply is 25 January 2026. Fellowship Benefits Selected fellows will gain access to a comprehensive 12-month intensive programme designed to develop their skills, leadership capacity, and project impact. Benefits include: Programme Duration and Commitment The fellowship begins with a 12-month intensive phase, requiring a minimum commitment of…

DEadline: September 29, 2025 The APHRC Pauline Bakibinga Memorial Scholarship 2025 honours the life and work of Dr. Pauline Bakibinga, a distinguished researcher at the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC). This scholarship supports female Master’s students from East Africa pursuing research in digital health innovations under public health programmes. It is designed to alleviate research-related costs, thereby empowering women to contribute to health research and technological innovations in the region. About the Scholarship The scholarship encourages high-quality research projects and recognises women’s potential in advancing digital health solutions across East Africa. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet all of…

Deadline: October 17, 2025 Are you a young innovator in California with a groundbreaking idea to solve community challenges? The Westly Prize for Young Innovators of California 2025-2026 is now open for applications, offering up to $40,000 in prize money to support early-stage innovations with a strong social purpose. This prestigious prize empowers the next generation of changemakers who are developing bold solutions that make a real difference. About the Westly Prize The Westly Prize was established to encourage young social innovators who are committed to creating impactful solutions for their communities. It provides crucial funding to help scale early-stage…

Deadline: October 18, 2025 The WBCSD/GRP Climate Resilience Awards for Business 2025 is now open for applications. Organised by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) in partnership with the Global Resilience Partnership (GRP), the awards recognise outstanding businesses worldwide that are driving climate resilience through innovation, collaboration, and impact. Aligned with the agenda around COP30 in Belém, the awards highlight how companies can lead in building climate-resilient operations, supply chains, and communities. Award Categories The WBCSD/GRP Climate Resilience Awards for Business 2025 features three main categories: 1. Strategic Leadership in Resilience This category honours businesses that have: 2.…

Deadline: September 30, 2025 Are you a young African woman passionate about peace, justice, and accountability? Applications are now open for the Researchers Without Borders (REWiB) Training 2025, a unique capacity-building opportunity designed to equip young women with essential skills to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda across Africa. This transformative training will bring together selected participants for an intensive in-person workshop and continued mentorship, empowering them to become active contributors to peace and security in their communities. About the REWiB Training 2025 The REWiB Training 2025 is a five-day in-person programme taking place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia,…

Deadline: October 3, 2025 Are you a young professional in Africa working in news media and aspiring to grow into leadership? The INMA Africa Emerging Leaders Programme 2025 is your opportunity to develop essential leadership skills, build strong industry connections, and position yourself for future success. This prestigious programme is designed to identify and support rising media leaders across the continent who are not yet in senior management but have the ambition and potential to step into leadership roles in the near future. About the Programme The INMA Africa Emerging Leaders Programme 2025 focuses on equipping participants with leadership knowledge,…

Deadline: October 17, 2025 The UBA National Essay Competition 2025 is now open for entries! Organised by the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Foundation, this annual initiative is designed to encourage critical thinking, intellectual growth, and a reading culture among Nigerian secondary school students. With millions of naira in educational grants at stake, this competition offers a life-changing opportunity for young Nigerians to showcase their writing skills and contribute to national dialogue. About the UBA National Essay Competition 2025 The competition targets Senior Secondary School students in Nigeria and challenges them to express their perspectives on pressing societal issues through…

Deadline: December 8, 2025 The United Nations Tourism Social Innovation Challenge 2025 is now open for applications. This global initiative seeks to identify and support startups, scaleups, entrepreneurs, and organisations developing innovative solutions that can transform the future of tourism. With a strong focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and community empowerment, this challenge is a unique opportunity for changemakers in the tourism sector to gain visibility, mentorship, funding opportunities, and global partnerships. Application Deadline 8 December 2025 About the United Nations Tourism Social Innovation Challenge 2025 The challenge is designed to discover innovative projects and disruptive business models in the tourism…

Deadline: September 21, 2025 The WFP Innovation Accelerator, in partnership with the Adaptation Fund, has launched the Climate Innovation Accelerator Asia Cohort 2025. This programme provides vital support for innovative solutions that advance climate adaptation and resilience. From 2024–2029, four regional cohorts will be implemented, with the 2025 edition focusing specifically on Asia. This round targets projects in Nepal, Pakistan, and the Philippines, offering innovators the opportunity to scale their ideas with funding and technical expertise. Benefits of the Programme Selected ventures in the WFP Innovation Accelerator x Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator Asia Cohort 2025 will receive: Eligibility Criteria…