Author: Oluwole Omojofodun

Deadline: July 21, 2025 The Documentary Africa EAccelerate Fund 2025 is now open for applications, offering a powerful platform for emerging and established East African filmmakers to develop and produce impactful short films. Designed to strengthen creative voices from the region, this initiative provides funding, mentorship, and visibility for stories rooted in East African contexts. This opportunity is delivered by Documentary Africa, in partnership with the East Africa Screen Collective and DW Akademie. The fund aims to support filmmakers in telling compelling, authentic stories that resonate locally and globally. What is the Documentary Africa EAccelerate Fund 2025? The Documentary Africa…

Deadline: September 30, 2025 Are you a high school student passionate about understanding the interconnectedness of political, economic, and social systems? The Exploring Complex Solutions for a Complex World Fellowship 2025 offers a unique chance to dive deep into complex global issues through guided academic exploration with leading scholars. This prestigious online programme is hosted by the Hayek Program at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. This blog outlines everything you need to know about the fellowship—including eligibility, benefits, curriculum, and how to apply. About the Fellowship The Exploring Complex Solutions for a Complex World Fellowship 2025 is a…

Deadline: August 1, 2025 The ISS Dakar Junior Fellowship Programme 2025-2026 is now open for applications. This prestigious, fully funded 10-month fellowship offers young West African professionals a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in policy research and advocacy on issues of gender, human security, and geopolitics. Hosted by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) in partnership with the Robert Bosch Foundation, the programme provides direct access to West African policy networks and mentorship from seasoned experts in the field. Whether you’re looking to launch your policy career or deepen your expertise in regional governance and security, the ISS Dakar Junior…

Deadline: 1 September 2025 Are you passionate about soil conservation and sustainability? The King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award 2025 offers a prestigious global platform to recognise your efforts. With a grand prize of $15,000, a medal, and an all-expenses-paid trip to Thailand, this is your chance to earn international acclaim for your work in promoting healthy soils. About the King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award 2025 The King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award 2025 is an annual honour initiated by the Global Soil Partnership and sponsored by the Kingdom of Thailand. The award commemorates His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej…

Deadline: September 23, 2025 The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation 2026 is now open for applications. Organised by the prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering, the Prize stands as Africa’s largest award dedicated to engineering innovations that address real-world challenges on the continent. If you are an innovator with a scalable, socially impactful idea rooted in engineering, this could be your game-changing opportunity. What is the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation 2026? The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation 2026 continues the legacy of recognising and supporting the brightest minds from across sub-Saharan Africa. Launched in 2014, the Prize has successfully: This…

Deadline: 14 September 2025 Are you a mid-career professional or government official from a developing country working on marine science, ocean affairs, or maritime law? The UN‑Nippon Foundation Fellowship on Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea – 2026 is a fully funded opportunity designed to deepen your expertise and expand your influence in global ocean governance. This prestigious fellowship, offered by the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea (DOALOS) of the United Nations, provides a structured 9-month training and research experience, empowering fellows to contribute to sustainable ocean policy development in their home countries.…

Deadline: August 8, 2025 The RevUp Women Initiative: Nigeria Edition 2025 is now open for applications! Designed to empower female entrepreneurs in Nigeria, this 12-week hybrid acceleration programme is a game-changer for women-led businesses in agribusiness and e-commerce. Following a successful pan-African rollout, this Nigeria-specific edition is now targeting female entrepreneurs in Lagos, Abuja, and Abia State, providing them with access to funding, training, mentorship, and growth opportunities. About the RevUp Women Initiative: Nigeria Edition 2025 The RevUp Women Initiative: Nigeria Edition 2025 is spearheaded by AfriLabs, with support from the Visa Foundation. It builds on the initiative’s strong track…

Deadline: August 8, 2025 The AU/CIEFFA Call for Articles on Girls and Women’s Education 2025 is now open for submissions! This unique opportunity invites researchers, academics, and graduate students to contribute to advancing the educational landscape for girls and women across Africa. Organised by the African Union International Centre for the Education of Girls and Women in Africa (AU/CIEFFA), the initiative aims to promote evidence-based research that informs policy and drives meaningful change in education systems on the continent. About the AU/CIEFFA Call for Articles on Girls and Women’s Education 2025 This prestigious call seeks original, high-quality scientific articles addressing…

Deadline: August 1, 2025 The Africa Institute Senior & Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 programme is now accepting applications from qualified scholars across the globe. Based at the Africa Institute in Sharjah, UAE, this prestigious opportunity is designed for both emerging and established researchers working in the humanities and social sciences with a specific focus on Africa and its diaspora. With generous funding, research support, and a stimulating intellectual environment, the Africa Institute Senior & Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 offer fellows the chance to immerse themselves in high-level scholarship and interdisciplinary exchange. Fellowship Categories The programme comprises four distinct fellowships, each targeting a…

Deadline: July 27, 2025 Are you an innovator working to improve childhood immunisation coverage in Nigeria or Ethiopia? The Save the Children Immunisation Innovation Accelerator 2025 is calling for bold, local solutions that tackle the barriers preventing millions of children from receiving life-saving vaccines. This programme offers funding, capacity-building, and global exposure to eligible organisations with promising immunisation innovations. About the Save the Children Immunisation Innovation Accelerator 2025 Launched in collaboration with GSK, the Save the Children Immunisation Innovation Accelerator 2025 is a competitive funding programme aimed at identifying and scaling innovations that increase immunisation coverage. The focus is on…