[September 2025]
Africa is full of talent, innovation and potential—but many changemakers lack the funding to take their vision to the next level. The good news? We have curated a list of countless grant opportunities designed to support impactful work across the continent.
Applications open for The Africa Think Tank Platform (ATTP) Project
Deadline: 24-Sep-2025
The African Union (AU) Commission is inviting applications from African think tanks to join the Africa Think Tank Platform (ATTP) Project. This initiative is designed to enhance the capacity and influence of think tanks across the continent and support their role in shaping regional policy…[more]
Call for Proposals: Emergency Grant Program
Deadline: Ongoing
In response to the urgent need for the preservation and protection of cultural heritage sites threatened by various factors including natural disasters, armed conflicts, and other emergencies, the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) is pleased to announce the availability of Emergency Grants for the Protection of Cultural and Natural World Heritage in Africa…[more]
African Environmental Defenders Emergency Fund
Deadline: Ongoing
The African Activists for Climate Justice (AACJ) invites you to be a part of the solution! If you’re passionate about making a difference and have a climate justice project in mind, they want to support you. Apply for their grants to create African solutions for African problems!…[more]
Catalyst Fund – Resilience I “Pitch to Us” Programme (Africa)
Deadline: Ongoing
Catalyst Fund is seeking innovative, scalable African companies focused on climate adaptation and resilience to partner with. They partner with founders building tech solutions for climate adaptation and resilience…[more]
Applications open for Her Voice Fund
Deadline: 25-Sep-2025
The Her Voice Fund, launched by Womankind Worldwide, is offering flexible financial support to women’s rights and feminist organizations and activists in the Global South…[more]
The Japan World Exposition 1970 Commemorative Fund Grant Program
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The Japan World Exposition 1970 Commemorative Fund Grant Program was created to carry forward the legacy of Expo ’70 by fostering projects that encourage international understanding and goodwill…[more]
CFAs: UNSCAR UN Trust Facility Supporting Cooperation on Arms Regulation
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The United Nations Trust Facility Supporting Cooperation on Arms Regulation (UNSCAR) is inviting proposals for its 2025 call, providing a unique opportunity to strengthen global cooperation and action on small arms control…[more]
Grant Awards for “Spaces for Youth” in Sub-Saharan Africa (Work Package 1)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The Expertise France has launched a call for projects under Work Package 1 – Unlocking Potential, focusing on youth empowerment in 18 Sub-Saharan African countries…[more]
Embassy of the Czech Republic in Lusaka launches Small Scale Projects
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Lusaka has announced a new funding opportunity for small-scale development projects in Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi, scheduled for implementation in 2026…[more]
Grant Project Competition for Financing Feasibility Study Visits in Development Cooperation Projects
Deadline: Ongoing
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia has announced a new grant competition, “Support to financing of pre-assessment visits for development cooperation projects in recipient countries designated by the Republic of Latvia”…[more]
Angela Merkel Research and Mobility Grants for European Studies
Deadline: 19-Sep-2025
The Fundación Academia has announced the Angela Merkel Research and Mobility Grants, aimed at researchers working on their doctoral thesis. This call offers 18 “Carlos V European Award” European Research and Mobility Grants for European Studies, in line with Decree 54/2018. The grants support study and documentary research within the European context to prepare papers for the Carlos V European Award Doctoral Seminar on Contemporary Europe, held at the Monastery of San Jerónimo de Yuste in Spain…[more]
CFPs: Connecting Indigenous Research Leadership Program 2025
Deadline: 23-Sep-2025
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) has launched a call for proposals aimed at connecting Indigenous research and leadership in Canada with Indigenous communities in the Global South. This initiative complements the SSHRC-led Indigenous Capacity and Leadership in Research Connection Grants. It is specifically for Indigenous organizations in the Global South that are interested in building relationships with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities in Canada through knowledge-sharing activities…[more]
Applications Open for zivik Funding Programme
Deadline: 01-Oct-2025
The Institute for Foreign Relations (IFA) is inviting applications for the zivik Funding Programme, which supports civil society actors around the world in preventing crises and resolving conflicts. The programme acknowledges the important role that non-governmental organisations (NGOs) play in complementing state efforts by offering new perspectives and addressing urgent priorities…[more]
Request for Applications: West Africa Clean Cooking Fund
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Worthington Companies Foundation is inviting applications for its West Africa Clean Cooking Fund, aiming to transform cooking practices in the region. This initiative targets areas where over 267 million people still rely on traditional biomass fuels for cooking. These outdated methods cause serious health issues—especially for women—and contribute to deforestation and increased greenhouse gas emissions…[more]
bCall for Concept Notes: Socio-economic Impacts of Artificial Intelligence in Africa
Deadline: 17-Sep-2025
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), under the Artificial Intelligence for Development (AI4D) program, have announced a call for concept notes on the socio-economic impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa. This initiative aims to support research on how AI is influencing labour markets, productivity, and inequality across the continent, helping policymakers ensure AI benefits all, especially vulnerable communities…[more]
Sahee Foundation Grant Program in Peru and Eswatini
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Sahee Foundation is inviting grant applications aimed at improving the living conditions of underprivileged communities in Eswatini and Peru through sustainable development efforts…[more]
InDiCo- Global: Promoting EU Digital Policies and Standards
Deadline: 30-Jun-26
InDiCo-Global is providing funding to promote European digital/ICT standards in target countries/regions, building bridges across technical communities…[more]
FS4Africa launches Open Call 1 to support Research and Technology Stakeholders
Deadline: 30-Sep-25
The FS4Africa has launched 2 Open Calls aiming at least at 15 projects in total providing Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP), as a mechanism to maximize the project’s impact and accelerate network expansion…[more]
Call for Proposals: Connecting Indigenous Research and Leadership
Deadline: 23-Sep-25
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is pleased to announce a call for proposals to connect Indigenous research and leadership in Canada and the Global South to complement the Tri-agency strategic funding opportunity Indigenous Capacity and Leadership in Research Connection Grants being led by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada…[more]
SwedBio Funding Program for CSOs, International Organisations, Institutes & Universities
Deadline: Ongoing
SwedBio welcomes submissions of concept notes to support a limited number of strategic initiatives through their ‘Collaborative Partner Implementation Pathway’…[more]
Rapid Response Fund to tackle HIV-related Human Rights Challenges
Deadline: Ongoing
Frontline AIDS has launched the applications for the Rapid Response Fund to support marginalised communities to tackle HIV-related human rights challenges…[more]
Entries open for DRK Foundation Grant Program
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation (DRK) is dedicated to supporting early-stage social impact organizations that address critical social and environmental challenges through innovative and scalable solutions…[more]
Call for Concept Notes: Policy Responses to Address Conflict Economies in Borderlands
Deadline: 17-Sep-2025
XCEPT has announced a call for concept notes to commission research on policy and programme interventions in conflict-affected borderlands, with the aim of generating actionable insights to address challenges related to conflict economies…[more]
Apply Now: European Union Water Operators’ Partnerships Programme
Deadline: 07-Nov-2025
The European Union Water Operators’ Partnerships Programme has entered a new phase, offering a substantial opportunity for water and sanitation operators in eligible European Union partner countries to improve their capacity and performance in line with the Sustainable Development Goals…[more]
Wildlife Acoustics Grant Program for Wildlife Research and Conservation
Deadline: 15-Nov-2025
The Wildlife Acoustics is proud to offer a grant program that supports the advancement of wildlife research, habitat monitoring, and environmental conservation…[more]
Submissions open for Wellcome Discovery Awards
Deadline: 25-Nov-2025
The Wellcome Discovery Awards provide funding for established researchers and teams from any discipline who wish to pursue bold and creative research ideas that can bring about significant advances in understanding related to human life, health, and wellbeing. These awards are designed to support projects that have the potential to transform their research field through innovative approaches and meaningful contributions…[more]
Call for EOIs: Building the First Investment Pipeline of the Global Sport Impact Fund
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The Coalition for Sustainable Development through Sport has opened its first Expression of Interest (EOI) to identify high-potential, investment-ready projects for the Global Sport Impact Fund (GSIF), a blended finance vehicle under development. Selected projects must have a credible revenue-generation model, even if supported by patient or concessional financing, and be able to realistically repay financing in line with their operational model. Projects relying only on grant-based income will not qualify for GSIF’s core investment instruments…[more]
Grant for Circular Food MSMEs in AfriFOODlinks Hub Cities
Deadline: 17 September 2025
The European Commission (EC) is seeking applications for its grant to support circular food MSMEs…[more]
Apply for develoPPP Classic Funding Programme
Deadline: September 30, 2025
The develoPPP Classic funding instrument of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) supports established companies that want to invest sustainably in a developing or emerging country while expanding their business activities locally…[more]
Request for Proposals: Incubation and Acceleration for E-Mobility Entrepreneurs in Dar es Salaam (Tanzania)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
Enabel, the Belgian development agency, has launched a two-phase Call for Proposals under the EU-funded Transport and Trade Improvement Project to support the establishment and management of incubation and acceleration tracks for MSMEs, coupled with a subsidy fund for entrepreneurs active in the green mobility sector in Dar es Salaam…[more]
CFAs: Radio Astronomy Advancement Programme (South Africa)
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025
The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory is requesting applications for its Radio Astronomy Advancement Programme to fund interventions, mostly workshops, that will contribute to the development of necessary scarce skills in radio astronomy-relevant science and engineering, within SARAO, the general radio astronomy community in South Africa, and in the SKA partner countries in Africa…[more]
Call for Proposals: EthiopiAI Programme
Deadline: 03-Oct-2025
The EthiopiAI programme has been launched to harness the power of responsible artificial intelligence for tackling pressing challenges in Ethiopia…[more]
Call for Expression of Interest: WFP Libya Emergency Response (Libya)
Deadline: 24-Sep-2025
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking partners to deliver vital food security and nutrition support in Al Jufrah, Libya…[more]
Call for EOIs: Strengthening Livelihoods in Zambia
Deadline: 17-Sep-2025
The World Food Programme (WFP) is launching a new initiative in Zambia aimed at tackling food security, nutrition, and resilience in some of the country’s most vulnerable regions…[more]
Call for EOI: Digitalized LLIN Campaign for Malaria Prevention in South Sudan
Deadline: 19-Sep-2025
The fight against malaria in South Sudan has entered a new phase with the call for expressions of interest in implementing a digitalized long-lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) mass distribution campaign…[more]
Call for Proposals: Right Sharing of World Resources Partner in Kenya
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
Right Sharing of World Resources (RSWR) invites small, grassroots women’s self-help groups in Kenya to embark on a journey of growth and empowerment through a two-stage partnership that blends training with sustainable financial support…[more]
Grants for NPOs and Social Cooperatives in South Africa
Deadline: 02-Oct-2025
The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development has opened its call for applications, inviting non-profit organisations (NPOs) and social cooperatives to apply for funding opportunities for the 2026/27 financial year…[more]
Call for Proposals: Transformative Capacity Development Program for CSOs in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 01-Oct-2025
The Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum and COSPE, with support from the European Union, have launched a Call for Expressions of Interest for community-based organizations, civil society organizations, and CSO coalitions in Zimbabwe…[more]
CFAs: Become Right Sharing of World Resources partner in Sierra Leone
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
Right Sharing of World Resources opens the door for women’s groups in Sierra Leone to strengthen their skills, leadership, and economic resilience through a blend of training and financial support…[more]
Technical Assistance and Grants to Financial Institutions for MSME (Ethiopia)
Deadline: 23-Sep-2025
The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) has launched an Expression of Interest (EOI) to provide technical assistance and investment grants to financial institutions to accelerate financing for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in conflict-affected areas of Northern Ethiopia…[more]
Call for Applications: MSME Equipment Support Grant (Namibia)
Deadline: September 19, 2025
The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board, in collaboration with the Rani Group, announces the inaugural MSME Equipment Support Grant to enhance Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises across Namibia…[more]
Apply for REACT Kenya Grant and Finance Programme
Deadline: September 19, 2025
The Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF) has launched the REACT Kenya Programme to support green growth by providing milestone-based grants and results-based finance for innovative businesses advancing renewable energy and climate technologies in Kenya…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Tunisia launches Fulbright Specialist Program
Deadline: 21-Sep-2025
The 2026 U.S. Fulbright Specialist Program is now accepting applications, offering a unique chance for accomplished U.S. academics and professionals to share their expertise abroad…[more]
CFAs: Deploying Low Carbon Energy Technologies for Generating ITMOs (Zambia)
Deadline: 25-Sep-2025
The United Nations Development Programme invites eligible entities to respond to this Call for Proposals focused on deploying low carbon energy technologies aimed at generating Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs)…[more]
Call for Expression of Interest: Preventing Child Trafficking and Violence in Gabon
Deadline: 19-Sep-2025
The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund has launched a significant initiative in Gabon’s Estuaire region, aimed at strengthening child protection and access to essential rights…[more]
ADAPT: Advancing Sustainable Agriculture and Artisanal Fishing Program in Tunisia
Deadline: 30-Oct-2025
The ADAPT program—Support for Sustainable Development in the Agriculture and Artisanal Fishing Sector in Tunisia—is a long-term initiative funded by the European Union and implemented by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP)…[more]
Call for Proposals: Responding to the Climate and Humanitarian Emergency in Kenya
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) Nairobi Office has announced a Call for Proposals under the emergency initiative “Response to the Climate and Humanitarian Emergency in Kenya” with a total allocation of €3,500,000…[more]
TECA Heat Action Wave Program to Strengthen Heat Resilience in Nigeria
Deadline: September 16, 2025
The TECA Heat Action Wave (THAW) has been launched in Nigeria to support early-stage ventures that prepare for, respond to, and recover from extreme heat…[more]
Call for Proposals: Affordable, Nutritious Foods for Young Children in Mozambique
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund has launched a call for expressions of interest to support innovative, low-cost initiatives aimed at improving the nutrition of infants and young children aged 6 to 23 months in Mozambique…[more]
Youth, Women and Community Empowerment Grant Program (Zambia)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The Chinsali Municipal Council, on behalf of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Committee, has officially announced the call for applications for the 2026 Youth, Women, and Community Empowerment Grants…[more]
Call for Proposals: SIPRA Challenge Fund Large Grant Facility Program (Sudan)
Deadline: Ongoing
MetaMeta, on behalf of ZOA, is pleased to announce the Call for Proposals for the SIPRA Challenge Fund – Large Grant Facility…[more]
Call for Applications: Constituency Development Fund 2026 (Zambia)
Deadline: 30-Sep-25
The Namwala Town Council is pleased to inform the general public that applications for the Constituency Development Fund for Namwala Constituency are now open…[more]
Call for Applications: Small Arts Grant 2025/26 – South Africa
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025
Are you a registered NPO in the arts sector? Apply now for funding to support projects that promote creativity, skills transfer, and community development in Nelson Mandela Bay…[more]
Request for Proposals: Nature-based Solutions in Kenya
Deadline: 26-Sep-2025
The Kenya–UK PACT programme has launched a new Call for Proposals inviting organisations to pilot high-impact, inclusive nature-based solutions across Kenya…[more]
CFAs: Emergency Security Grants for Egyptian Human rights Activists
Deadline: Ongoing
The Minority Rights Group (MNR) is accepting applications for Emergency Security Grants from Egyptian human rights activists who are working within or outside of Egypt to address the security needs of human rights activists representing religious, ethnic or gender minorities (LGBTQIA+), that face digital or physical threats or security risks due to their human rights work within a restrictive civic space…[more]
Apply Now for Tanzania Clean Cooking Project Grants
Deadline: October 01, 2025
The Tanzania Clean Cooking Project aims to increase access to affordable and efficient clean cooking solutions in rural, marginalized, and underserved communities in Tanzania…[more]
Call for Applications: Sudan SME Catalyser to Support Small and Medium Enterprises
Deadline: January 01, 2026
The Sudan SME Catalyser is a €12.5 million initiative funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) via KfW to support SMEs in Sudan relocating from conflict areas to more stable regions…[more]