Latest Grants and Resources in South Africa

Call for Applications: African Youth Co-Creators Council

Deadline: 31-Jul-26 The UNDP African Youth Co-Creators Council Program 2026 is an opportunity for 11 young African leaders to advise the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on policies, programmes, and partnerships affecting young people across Africa. The programme is open … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: African Youth Co-Creators Council

Call for Entries: Wellcome Snakebite Innovation Prize

Deadline: 16-Sep-26 The Wellcome Snakebite Innovation Prize 2026 is a global funding opportunity supporting innovative solutions that improve snakebite prevention, treatment, and access to care in high-burden countries. With a total prize fund of £6.25 million, innovators from any … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Wellcome Snakebite Innovation Prize

Applications open for Purpose Earth Grant Program 2027

Deadline: 10-Aug-26 The Purpose Earth Grant and Mentorship Program supports purpose-driven leaders and organisations developing projects that create positive environmental, community, and cultural impact. Selected applicants can receive grant funding of up to US$10,000, along with … [Read more...] about Applications open for Purpose Earth Grant Program 2027

Applications open for TaDA Residency Programme

Deadline: 12-Aug-26 The TaDA Residency Programme offers artists, designers, architects, writers, performers, and transdisciplinary practitioners a three-month opportunity to develop innovative projects in collaboration with textile companies in Eastern Switzerland. The programme … [Read more...] about Applications open for TaDA Residency Programme

Open Call for African Futures Conference 2026

Deadline: 10-Aug-26 The African Futures & Innovation (AFI) Programme at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) is inviting proposals for the 3rd African Futures Conference 2026, taking place on 13–14 October 2026 in a hybrid format. The conference focuses on using data, … [Read more...] about Open Call for African Futures Conference 2026

Gulbenkian Fellowships for Visiting Professors in the Humanities (Portugal)

Deadline: 15-Oct-26 The Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study Research Residency Fellowship supports internationally recognized scholars and artists by providing three to eight months of independent research residency. The program enables fellows to pursue original academic or creative … [Read more...] about Gulbenkian Fellowships for Visiting Professors in the Humanities (Portugal)

Encephalitis International Seed Funding for Research Projects 2026

Deadline: 30-Sep-26 The Encephalitis International Seed Funding Programme provides grants of up to £10,000 to support pilot encephalitis research projects based in Africa. The programme helps early-career researchers generate preliminary evidence, develop innovative research ideas, … [Read more...] about Encephalitis International Seed Funding for Research Projects 2026

Open Call for Waste Methane and Circular Economy Grant (South Africa)

Deadline: 14-Aug-26 The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is inviting eligible not-for-profit organizations to submit proposals for a major climate initiative supporting methane mitigation across South Africa's waste sector. The project offers funding of up to USD 700,000 for … [Read more...] about Open Call for Waste Methane and Circular Economy Grant (South Africa)

Call for National SLCP Planning, Monitoring and Reporting System (South Africa)

Deadline: 14-Aug-26 Applications are now open for projects that support the institutionalisation of a national coordination mechanism and an integrated Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV) framework for Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) in South Africa. The initiative provides an … [Read more...] about Call for National SLCP Planning, Monitoring and Reporting System (South Africa)

LCRF Award on Advancing Breakthroughs in ALK-Positive Lung Cancer 2026

Deadline: 15-Jul-26 The Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) is accepting applications for research projects that advance the understanding of ALK-positive lung cancer and develop innovative treatment strategies beyond current therapies. The grant provides up to $300,000 over two years to support … [Read more...] about LCRF Award on Advancing Breakthroughs in ALK-Positive Lung Cancer 2026

2026 Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP) ? 5th Cohort

Deadline: 17-Aug-26 The Science Advice Skills Development Program is a six-month mentorship initiative that equips early and mid-career African researchers with the knowledge and skills needed to engage effectively at the science–policy interface. Through mentoring, workshops, and … [Read more...] about 2026 Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP) ? 5th Cohort

Submit Applications for Dissertation Fieldwork Grant Program

Deadline: 01-Dec-26 The Dissertation Fieldwork Grant provides funding to PhD and DrPH candidates conducting approved dissertation research. Each recipient receives a $10,000 grant, with opportunities to earn additional Special Awards of up to $5,000 for exceptional research … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Dissertation Fieldwork Grant Program

Apply Now: KWI International Fellowship Program

Deadline: 17-Aug-26 The KWI International Fellowship Program supports outstanding early-career researchers in the humanities, cultural studies, and social sciences through a funded research residency at the Kulturwissenschaftliches Institut (KWI). Fellows receive a monthly allowance … [Read more...] about Apply Now: KWI International Fellowship Program

Open Call: Thyssen@KWI Fellowship Program

Deadline: 17-Aug-26 The Thyssen@KWI Fellowship supports outstanding researchers in the humanities, cultural studies, and social sciences by providing funding, research infrastructure, and collaborative opportunities at the Kulturwissenschaftliches Institut (KWI). The fellowship … [Read more...] about Open Call: Thyssen@KWI Fellowship Program

Eurostars Call 11 for Collaborative R&D and Innovation Projects

Deadline: 10-Sep-26 The Eurostars Call 11 supports international collaborative research, development, and innovation (R&D&I) projects led by innovative SMEs working with international partners. Funding is available through national funding agencies across participating … [Read more...] about Eurostars Call 11 for Collaborative R&D and Innovation Projects

Apply for the Impart and Nalli Fellowship Program

Deadline: 31-Aug-26 The Impart and Nalli Fellowships Program supports independent research on underexplored textile histories, traditions, and practices across South Asia. The program awards two Research Fellowships, each worth INR 5.5 lakh, to researchers, practitioners, … [Read more...] about Apply for the Impart and Nalli Fellowship Program

Broadcast Funding Application for Community Media (South Africa)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) has launched its 2025/26 Call for Grant Applications to support eligible community broadcast, community print, and small commercial print media organisations across South Africa. Applications are open from 3 July to 31 July … [Read more...] about Broadcast Funding Application for Community Media (South Africa)

Call for Urgent Need Fund for Animal Welfare Organizations

Deadline: 09-Aug-2026 The Lady Freethinker Urgent Need Fund 2026 provides grants of up to USD 10,000 to nonprofit organizations and registered NGOs working to rescue animals, provide emergency care, improve animal welfare, and raise public awareness worldwide. The fund is open to … [Read more...] about Call for Urgent Need Fund for Animal Welfare Organizations

2026 Community Print and Digital Media Applications Call (South Africa)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) Community Print and Digital Media Funding Programme 2026 provides support to eligible community media organisations across South Africa to strengthen media diversity, improve access to information, and build … [Read more...] about 2026 Community Print and Digital Media Applications Call (South Africa)

Open Call for the Threads of Africa Fashion Film Prize 2026

Deadline: 17-Jul-2026 The Threads of Africa Fashion Film Prize 2026 supports creatives who use film to document, preserve, and celebrate endangered or forgotten African textiles, garments, and traditional fashion techniques. The competition awards a $25,000 non-dilutive grant to … [Read more...] about Open Call for the Threads of Africa Fashion Film Prize 2026

Apply Now: Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2026

Deadline: 02-Aug-2026 The Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2026 supports young African leaders using artificial intelligence to create positive social impact in areas such as climate action, education, healthcare, misinformation prevention, and social equity. Five selected … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2026

Safeguards Accelerator: Supporting Safe and Inclusive Digital Public Infrastructure

Deadline: 30-Jul-2026 The DPI Safeguards Accelerator is a global cohort-based program that helps countries, implementing partners, and local ecosystems integrate practical safeguards into Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) systems. The program provides expertise, tools, peer learning, and … [Read more...] about Safeguards Accelerator: Supporting Safe and Inclusive Digital Public Infrastructure

Call for Proposals: Digital Rights Exchange Program

Deadline: 02-Aug-2026 The Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) has launched the Digital Rights Exchange Program to strengthen collaboration between Global North and Global South civil society organizations working on digital rights and internet governance. The … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Digital Rights Exchange Program

Submit Applications for Conservation Nation Grant Program

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Conservation Nation Grant Program 2026 provides grants of up to US$5,000 to support early- to mid-career conservationists working to protect threatened wildlife, conserve biodiversity, and preserve ecosystems. In addition to funding, selected grantees receive professional … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Conservation Nation Grant Program

RFAs: Accelerating the Development of Combined CGM–Pump Devices

Deadline: 02-Sep-2026 Breakthrough T1D is inviting Letters of Intent (LOIs) for research projects that accelerate the development of integrated Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)–Insulin Pump devices for people living with type 1 diabetes. The funding supports preclinical, … [Read more...] about RFAs: Accelerating the Development of Combined CGM–Pump Devices

Apply Now: Environmental Grants for Climbing Conservation Projects

Deadline: 24-Jul-2026 The Environmental Grants program by the Global Climbing Initiative provides grants of up to USD 1,000 to support community-led projects that protect climbing environments and promote sustainable stewardship. The program funds initiatives that conserve natural … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Environmental Grants for Climbing Conservation Projects

Call for Applications: Social Impact Grants

Deadline: 24-Jul-2026 The Social Impact Grants program by the Global Climbing Initiative provides grants of up to USD 1,000 to support community-led climbing projects that promote inclusion, equity, leadership, and access for underrepresented groups. The program funds locally driven … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Social Impact Grants

Applications open for Economic Development Grants 2026

Deadline: 24-Jul-2026 The Economic Development Grants program by the Global Climbing Initiative provides grants of up to USD 2,000 to support community-led climbing projects that promote sustainable economic growth. The program funds initiatives that create jobs, generate tourism, strengthen local … [Read more...] about Applications open for Economic Development Grants 2026

Nominations Open: EMEA Impact Through Innovation Awards

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The EMEA Impact Through Innovation Awards provides £100,000 grants to charities across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region to develop and scale innovative projects that improve the health, education, and wellbeing of children and young people. In addition to … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: EMEA Impact Through Innovation Awards

Applications Open for Dementia, Mental Health and Brain Ageing School (Africa)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Dementia, Mental Health and Brain Ageing School is an in-person professional development programme in Nairobi, Kenya, designed for graduate students, early career researchers, fellows, and medical professionals across Africa. The programme provides advanced training in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Dementia, Mental Health and Brain Ageing School (Africa)

Apply Now: Camargo Fellowship for Artists, Scholars, and Thinkers

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The Camargo Fellowship offers 10-week research-based residencies in Cassis, France for international artists, scholars, and creative practitioners working in the arts, humanities, and related fields. Selected fellows receive accommodation, a weekly stipend, travel support, and … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Camargo Fellowship for Artists, Scholars, and Thinkers

French Institute x International City of Arts Residency Program

Deadline: 08-Oct-2026 The Institut français – Cité internationale des arts Residency Program supports international artists and cultural professionals who have lived outside France for at least five years to develop research and creative projects in Paris. Selected residents receive a three, six, … [Read more...] about French Institute x International City of Arts Residency Program

Entries Open: UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026

Deadline: 16-Aug-2026 The UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026 invites young people aged 18–30 to collaborate in teams and develop innovative solutions that promote Media and Information Literacy (MIL). The hackathon welcomes creative ideas ranging from AI-powered tools and educational … [Read more...] about Entries Open: UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026

Nominations open for World Sustainability Award

Deadline: 30-Nov-2026 The World Sustainability Award (WSA) recognizes senior researchers whose outstanding contributions have significantly advanced sustainability research through scientific excellence, innovation, and real-world impact. The recipient receives a USD 100,000 cash prize, a … [Read more...] about Nominations open for World Sustainability Award

Open Call for Emerging Sustainability Leader Award

Deadline: 30-Nov-2026 The Emerging Sustainability Leader Award (ESLA) recognizes outstanding early-career researchers who have demonstrated excellence in sustainability research through innovation, scientific achievement, and measurable societal impact. The winner receives a USD … [Read more...] about Open Call for Emerging Sustainability Leader Award

Feminist Leadership Accelerator for Change Fellowship 2026

Deadline: 27-Jul-2026 The Feminist Leadership Accelerator for Change (FLAC) Fellowship 2026 is a 12-month leadership development programme that equips young African women with feminist leadership skills, advocacy knowledge, and community action experience. Hosted by the Soul City … [Read more...] about Feminist Leadership Accelerator for Change Fellowship 2026

Apply now for Climate Tech Fellowship Program 2026

Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The Climate Tech Fellowship is a six-month hybrid program by The New York Climate Exchange that supports early-stage innovators developing energy technologies for climate adaptation and urban resilience. Selected teams receive a $10,000 non-dilutive stipend, … [Read more...] about Apply now for Climate Tech Fellowship Program 2026

Entries open for ZIPA Photography Awards

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The ZIPA Photography Awards are an international photography competition designed to recognize creative photographers and showcase exceptional visual storytelling from around the world. The awards celebrate photographers working across different styles and disciplines, … [Read more...] about Entries open for ZIPA Photography Awards

Applications open for IIE-SRF Fellowship Program

Deadline: 26-Jul-2026 The Institute of International Education’s Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE-SRF) provides fellowships to threatened and displaced scholars who cannot safely continue their academic work in their home countries. The programme offers temporary academic placements at partner higher … [Read more...] about Applications open for IIE-SRF Fellowship Program

Submit Applications for GFX Challenge Grant Program

Deadline: 17-Aug-2026 The GFX Challenge Grant Program 2026, sponsored by FUJIFILM, supports emerging photographers and videographers by providing grants of up to US$10,000, professional mentorship, and complimentary access to Fujifilm GFX System equipment. The programme is open to eligible amateur … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for GFX Challenge Grant Program

Applications open for Gender Equality Grant Program

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Pulitzer Center Gender Equality Grant Program provides funding for investigative and data-driven journalism that advances reporting on gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls worldwide. The programme is open to independent journalists, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Gender Equality Grant Program

The Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarship

Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarship provides £18,000 to African writers to help them complete the first draft of a full-length book written in English. The scholarship supports both fiction and non-fiction writers, offers flexible non-residential … [Read more...] about The Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarship

Open Call: Global Science Summit Programme 2026

Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The Global Science Summit Programme 2026 invites interdisciplinary and collaborative research proposals that develop technology-enabled, scalable solutions to improve the prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of cardiometabolic diseases. The … [Read more...] about Open Call: Global Science Summit Programme 2026

UEFA Foundation for Children Grants for Child Welfare Projects

Deadline: 03-Aug-2026 The UEFA Foundation for Children Call for Projects is a global funding programme supporting NGOs and organisations that improve the lives of vulnerable children through sport, education, health, and humanitarian initiatives. Funding is project-based (amount not fixed) and … [Read more...] about UEFA Foundation for Children Grants for Child Welfare Projects

Call for Submissions: Young Changemakers 2026

Deadline: 26-Jul-2026 The African Futures & Innovation Programme of the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) is inviting applications for Young Changemakers 2026, giving young Africans aged 18–35 an opportunity to share innovative ideas about Africa's future. Selected participants will … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Young Changemakers 2026

Call for Applications: Develop Africa’s First Road Safety Reporting Standards

Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) is inviting African journalists, editors, and media influencers to participate in a three-day in-person Road Safety Reporting Forum in Abuja, Nigeria, in September 2026. The programme aims to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Develop Africa’s First Road Safety Reporting Standards

Grants to support South African Filmmakers and Industry Practitioners

Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Film Festival and Market Attendance Funding Programme provides financial support to South African filmmakers and industry practitioners attending eligible local and international film festivals and markets between 1 … [Read more...] about Grants to support South African Filmmakers and Industry Practitioners

NFVF: Film Funding for Development and Production (South Africa)

Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Funding Programme 2026/2027 supports the development, production, post-production, and preservation of South African film and television projects. The programme provides funding for … [Read more...] about NFVF: Film Funding for Development and Production (South Africa)

Open Call: Quarterly Research Grant Funding Programme

Deadline: 12-Oct-2026 The Quarterly Research Grant Funding Programme supports preclinical, translational, and clinical research aimed at developing disease-modifying therapies for Parkinson’s disease. Offered internationally by Cure Parkinson’s, the programme funds research that has a clear pathway … [Read more...] about Open Call: Quarterly Research Grant Funding Programme

Applications open for SEED Grant Program

Deadline: 20-Dec-2026 The SEED Grant Program 2026 provides USD 25,000–USD 50,000 in funding to eligible non-governmental organizations (NGOs) worldwide with annual budgets below USD 100,000. Offered by the Oneness Revival Team (ORT), the grant supports grassroots initiatives, organizational … [Read more...] about Applications open for SEED Grant Program

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