Deadline: 04-Jul-2025 The Africa Judicial Independence Fund (AJIF), hosted by Afrobarometer, is committed to fostering strong and independent judicial systems across the African continent. AJIF has partnered with various stakeholders, including judicial bodies, civil society organisations, … [Read more...] about Multimedia Services launches Afrobarometer’s 2nd Flagship Report and other Events (Africa)
Latest Grants and Resources in South Africa
Request for proposals: CCAC Food and Nutrition Challenge 2025
Deadline: 6-Aug-25 The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is inviting applications for funding innovative and collaborative projects that address a particular environmental challenge—especially those that bring together stakeholders from the super pollutant community around a shared … [Read more...] about Request for proposals: CCAC Food and Nutrition Challenge 2025
Lever for Change launches Emerging Climate Champions Award
Deadline: 15-Aug-25 The Enlight Foundation, The Patchwork Collective, and Lever for Change have launched the Emerging Climate Champions Award, an ambitious $25 million global open call that aims to shift the landscape of climate philanthropy by empowering youth-led organizations. Through this … [Read more...] about Lever for Change launches Emerging Climate Champions Award
Call for Nominations: Future for Nature Awards 2026
Deadline: 25-Aug-25 If you are a passionate young conservationist between the ages of 18 and 35 who is making a real difference in protecting wild species, the Future for Nature Award offers a unique opportunity to gain recognition, support, and funding for your work. This prestigious award is … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Future for Nature Awards 2026
Apply Now: Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity Program
Deadline: 1-Aug-25 Applications are now open for the Dubai Future Solutions - Prototypes for Humanity Program, an initiative designed to promote and support the development of tangible, real-world solutions to pressing social and environmental issues. This program brings together university … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity Program
Call for Entries: UJ Artists in Residence Programme 2026
Deadline: 31-Jul-25 The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is excited to announce the opening of applications for its 2026 Artists in Residence Programme. This programme is designed to foster arts practice as research and is aimed at artist-academics across various disciplines. Funding … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: UJ Artists in Residence Programme 2026
Call for Entries: ANIMA – Brussels International Animation Film Festival
Deadline: 3-Oct-25 Entries are now open for ANIMA - Brussels International Animation Film Festival to promote animated films from all over the world and encourage dialogue between professionals, filmmakers and the public. Categories Anima considers all films completed after June 2024 and … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: ANIMA – Brussels International Animation Film Festival
Pan-African Creatives for Animated Short Film on Female Entrepreneurship
Deadline: 6-Jul-25 The Triggerfish Animation Studios is inviting applications for a unique opportunity to contribute to a powerful Pan-African awareness campaign on women and entrepreneurship. Commissioned within the framework of the European Unions Team Europe Initiative on Investing in … [Read more...] about Pan-African Creatives for Animated Short Film on Female Entrepreneurship
Allan Gray Scholarship Programme for Entrepreneurial Development (South Africa)
Deadline: 15-Sep-25 The Allan Gray Scholarship Programme offers high school entrepreneurial scholarships to learners who have a curious, entrepreneurial mindset; have the potential to excel academically and are financially deserving. Their programme aims to produce a confident scholar with … [Read more...] about Allan Gray Scholarship Programme for Entrepreneurial Development (South Africa)
Applications open for Global Research Outreach Program
Deadline: 29-Aug-25 The Global Research Outreach Program invites the world's leading universities to propose innovative research ideas that will be evaluated for their novelty and alignment with Samsung's various research fields. The Samsung Global Research Outreach Program is an important … [Read more...] about Applications open for Global Research Outreach Program
Call for Entries: Journal of Clinical Medicine Travel Award
Deadline: 31-Dec-25 Applications are now open for the Journal of Clinical Medicine Travel Award to two junior scientists for the year 2026. This award provides financial support for the winners to attend an international conference in the field of clinical medicine to be held in 2026, in order … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Journal of Clinical Medicine Travel Award
Veni Grants for Researchers
Deadline: 2-Sep-25 Talented, creative and newly promoted researchers can now apply for a Dutch Research Council (NWO) Veni Grant. The Veni target group consists of researchers at the stage of transitioning towards independence. The Veni grant can contribute to the researchers development in … [Read more...] about Veni Grants for Researchers
The Lemonaid and ChariTea Foundation Grant Program in Selected Countries
Deadline: 20-Jul-25 The Lemonaid and ChariTea Foundation is currently accepting grant applications to support entrepreneurial and income-generating initiatives in regions that remain excluded from fair participation in the global economic system. The Foundation seeks to empower local … [Read more...] about The Lemonaid and ChariTea Foundation Grant Program in Selected Countries
Marianne Initiative for Human Rights Defenders 2026 (5th Edition)
Deadline: 6-Jul-25 The Embassy of France in Kampala has announced the launch of the 5th Edition of the Marianne Initiative, a program aimed at supporting Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) in their ongoing fight for justice and equality. This initiative provides a vital platform for HRDs to … [Read more...] about Marianne Initiative for Human Rights Defenders 2026 (5th Edition)
Entries open for Student Innovation Competition – Africa
Deadline: 25-Jul-25 The ESG Africa Conference has announced its Student Innovation Competition to spotlight and celebrate the next generation of African changemakers. This platform gives students the opportunity to tackle real-world environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges … [Read more...] about Entries open for Student Innovation Competition – Africa
Applications open for TUI Colourful Cultures Programme 2025
Deadline: 30-Sep-25 The TUI Colourful Cultures offers tourists the opportunity to experience and appreciate these cultures and empowers communities to preserve and promote them through tourism. By inspiring and supporting cultural expression and growth in tourism destinations. The programme … [Read more...] about Applications open for TUI Colourful Cultures Programme 2025
CFPs: The Identification of Implementing Partners for The Global Sustainable Mobility Programme
Deadline: 7-Jul-25 The United Nations Environment Programme is implementing the Global Programme for Sustainable Mobility which aims to support a transition to low- and zero-emission sustainable mobility in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), while also providing global-level advocacy and … [Read more...] about CFPs: The Identification of Implementing Partners for The Global Sustainable Mobility Programme
Nominations open for Young Women in Engineering Award
Deadline: 30-Nov-25 The Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute is pleased to announce that the Young Women in Engineering Award is open for nominations. This award was established to acknowledge the achievements of young women investigators in the field of engineering and to inspire … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Young Women in Engineering Award
Request for Concept Notes: Integrated Youth-led Initiative
Deadline: 30-Jun-2025 The AGRA is seeking a firm or organization to support capacity strengthening of governments to design and implement flagships and policies to drive and expand key priority value chains and create jobs mainly for youth and women. This is a call for proposals from … [Read more...] about Request for Concept Notes: Integrated Youth-led Initiative
Nominations open for UNESCO Prize for Global Citizenship Education
Deadline: 1-Sep-25 Nominations are now open for the UNESCO Prize for Global Citizenship Education (GCED), a prestigious recognition aimed at celebrating impactful projects and initiatives advancing GCED across the globe. This biennial prize shines a spotlight on innovative efforts that empower … [Read more...] about Nominations open for UNESCO Prize for Global Citizenship Education
Up to $25,000 in Funding: Youth Power for Peace
Deadline: 15-Aug-25 The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) has launched the 11th edition of its Youth Solidarity Fund (YSF), reaffirming its commitment to empowering young people as agents of peace and social transformation. The Fund supports youth-led organizations that promote … [Read more...] about Up to $25,000 in Funding: Youth Power for Peace
Call for Nominations: 29th Annual UNCA Awards
Deadline: 30-Sep-25 The United Nations Correspondents Association invites media worldwide to submit entries for its 29th annual UNCA Awards for best print, broadcast (TV & Radio) and online, web-based media coverage of the United Nations, UN agencies, and field operations. Categories … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 29th Annual UNCA Awards
Call for Applications: Black Atlantic Editorial Fellowship (Africa)
Deadline: 3-Aug-25 The Republic is pleased to announce the Black Atlantic Editorial Fellowship, a six-month fellowship programme designed towards the commissioning, writing and curation of stories rooted in Blackness and the African experience. This fellowship will support five early- to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Black Atlantic Editorial Fellowship (Africa)
Call for Nominations: GCA Local Adaptation Champions Awards
Deadline: 6-Jul-25 The Global Center on Adaptation is thrilled to invite nominations for its Local Adaptation Champions Awards to spotlight and reward innovative, exemplary, inspiring and scalable locally led efforts that address the impacts of climate change. The awards also recognize … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: GCA Local Adaptation Champions Awards
Submissions open for Student Competition (34th Edition)
Deadline: 30-Jun-25 Applicants are now invited to submit applications for the 34th Edition Student Competition. Recognized throughout the world, with its thirty-four editions in twenty-six languages, Le Monde diplomatique opens its columns to you thanks to a competition organized by the … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Student Competition (34th Edition)
Call for Applications: USAU Small Grants Program
Deadline: 15-Aug-25 The U.S. Mission to the African Union is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Small Grants Program. The U.S. partnership with the African Union (AU) focuses on advancing peace and security; promoting economic growth, trade, and investment; strengthening … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: USAU Small Grants Program
John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health Award
Deadline: 1-Oct-25 Nominations are now open for the John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health Award to recognize the worlds leading researchers who have used rational, scientifically based research to improve the wellbeing of those facing health inequalities worldwide. While a single … [Read more...] about John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health Award
Call for Submissions: Christof Heyns Memorial Thesis Award
Deadline: 31-Jul-25 The Centre for Human Rights is inviting students who have completed their doctoral studies in law at an African University to submit their doctoral theses for consideration for the Christof Heyns Memorial Thesis Award. This prize underlines exceptional passion for promoting … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Christof Heyns Memorial Thesis Award
Apply for Moses Mapesa Research Grant – Africa
Deadline: 31-Jul-25 The African World Heritage Fund is pleased to announce the Moses Mapesa Research Grant, established to support African doctoral and masters students conducting research in the field of natural and cultural heritage. This grant aims to advance scholarly work by providing … [Read more...] about Apply for Moses Mapesa Research Grant – Africa
Applications open for Conservation Grants in Africa
Deadline: 31-Jul-25 The African World Heritage Fund provides conservation grants to African States Parties to support the implementation of projects and activities aimed at enhancing the sustainability and state of conservation of World Heritage properties. The AWHF offers preparatory … [Read more...] about Applications open for Conservation Grants in Africa
HHL DIGITAL SPACE Startup Incubation Program
Deadline: 15-Jul-25 Applications are now open for HHL DIGITAL SPACE, a 12-week incubation program is designed to provide a balanced mix of structure and creative freedom. Engage in concentrated analytical and empirical work, guided by feedback loops from external and internal experts and your … [Read more...] about HHL DIGITAL SPACE Startup Incubation Program
RFPs: Ignacio H. de Larramendi Research Grants
Deadline: 20-Oct-25 The MAPFRE Foundation is seeking applications for its Ignacio H. de Larramendi Research Grants to improve peoples quality of life and the progress of society through multinational programs and activities. To achieve their goals, they organize a wide range of activities … [Read more...] about RFPs: Ignacio H. de Larramendi Research Grants
AFPC-USA Scholarship for Professional Foreign Journalists
Deadline: 1-Sep-25 The Association of Foreign Press Correspondents in the United States provides annual scholarships to professional foreign journalists who are currently enrolled in any full-time master's level program of any U.S.- based academic institution. The purpose of their annual … [Read more...] about AFPC-USA Scholarship for Professional Foreign Journalists
Open Call: Planetary Health Postdoctoral Fellowship
Deadline: 11-Jul-25 The Planetary Health Postdoctoral Fellowship seeks to foster the professional development of a new generation of planetary health researchers and ambassadors committed to protecting health on a changing planet and developing solutions for a healthier future. The Planetary … [Read more...] about Open Call: Planetary Health Postdoctoral Fellowship
South Africa: Short-Term Grants for Youth-Led HIV Prevention
Deadline: 25-Jul-25 The CHABAHIVA Trust has announced an open call for funding applications from Nonprofit Organisations (NPOs) and Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) that are actively operating within South Africa. This opportunity is aimed at supporting impactful HIV/AIDS … [Read more...] about South Africa: Short-Term Grants for Youth-Led HIV Prevention
Fully Funded Peacebuilding & Development Training in Japan
Deadline: 7-Jul-25 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan is inviting grant applications for its upcoming training initiative aimed at developing the skills of individuals who aspire to build careers in peacebuilding and development. This opportunity is part of Japan’s broader commitment to … [Read more...] about Fully Funded Peacebuilding & Development Training in Japan
Nominations open for International Awards for Art Criticism
Deadline: 14-Sep-25 The Eleventh Edition of the International Awards for Art Criticism (IAAC 11) 2025 is open to candidates from anywhere in the world writing in Chinese or English about any contemporary art exhibition held anywhere in the world or on-line between 1 September 2024 and 31 August … [Read more...] about Nominations open for International Awards for Art Criticism
Open Call for Pulitzer Center’s AI Accountability Fellowships 2025-2026
Deadline: 11-Aug-25 The Pulitzer Center is now accepting applications for its fourth cohort (2025-2026) of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Accountability Fellowships. Through the AI Accountability Fellowships, the Pulitzer Center aims to support in-depth, high-impact reporting projects that … [Read more...] about Open Call for Pulitzer Center’s AI Accountability Fellowships 2025-2026
Submit Applications for Circular Economy Demonstration Fund – South Africa
Deadline: 25-Jul-25 The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) is pleased to announce an open call for proposals for the Circular Economy Demonstration Projects commencing in January 2026. The South African Circular Economy Demonstration Fund, is an initiative of the … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Circular Economy Demonstration Fund – South Africa
CFPs: Circular Economy Science, Technology and Innovation Projects (South Africa)
Deadline: 25-Jul-25 The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation is pleased to announce a call for proposals for its circular economy related research projects commencing in January 2026. Through the strategic investment in science, technology and innovation (STI), the DSTI aims to … [Read more...] about CFPs: Circular Economy Science, Technology and Innovation Projects (South Africa)
Call for Applications: Focused Projects Grant for Junior Investigators
Deadline: 30-Jun-25 The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation is seeking applications for its Focused Projects Grants to support early career investigators dedicated to focusing their research on basic, translational, clinical, or population sleep and circadian science. This … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Focused Projects Grant for Junior Investigators
Call for Papers: Domestic Implementation and Impact of Decisions of the African Committee of Experts
Deadline: 30-Jun-2025 The Centre for Human Rights, Faculty of Law, University of Pretoria is accepting abstracts on the Domestic Implementation and Impact of Decisions of The African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child. Scope and Themes The Centre for Human Rights, … [Read more...] about Call for Papers: Domestic Implementation and Impact of Decisions of the African Committee of Experts
Apply for Early Career Investigators Grant Program
Deadline: 30-Jun-25 The Bridge to Success for Early Career Investigators Grant Program provides ‘bridge’ funding to promising early career sleep and circadian scientists who plan to resubmit an application for a mentored, federal career development grant that was previously not … [Read more...] about Apply for Early Career Investigators Grant Program
Got a Creative Spark? Use this Grant for Climate Action
Deadline: 31-Jul-25 The Dawn Project has officially launched its 2025 Competition, titled “Generation Restoration: Shaping Our Future!”—an inspiring initiative that invites individuals to creatively express their visions for environmental restoration and a sustainable tomorrow. The competition … [Read more...] about Got a Creative Spark? Use this Grant for Climate Action
Apply Now: Bridge to Success Grant for Mid-Career/Senior Investigators
Deadline: 30-Jun-25 The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation is now accepting applications for its Bridge to Success Grant for Mid-Career/Senior Investigators to establish mid-level and senior investigators who plan to resubmit an application for a multi-year investigator-initiated … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Bridge to Success Grant for Mid-Career/Senior Investigators
Call for Nominations: 11th Golden Shield Heritage Awards in South Africa
Deadline: 31-Jul-25 The National Heritage Council (NHC) of South Africa will host the Golden Shield Heritage Awards, an initiative aimed at honouring individuals, groups, and institutions who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to promoting and preserving the country's diverse … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 11th Golden Shield Heritage Awards in South Africa
Request for Proposals: Physician Scientist Training Grant
Deadline: 30-Jun-25 The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation is inviting applications for its Physician Scientist Training Grant to support early-career physician-scientists committed to advancing sleep and circadian science research. This grant provides protected time for … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Physician Scientist Training Grant
Entries open for Buddhist Studies Scholarships
Deadline: 15-Jul-25 The Khyentse Foundation is inviting applications for its Buddhist Studies Scholarships to support individuals who wish to study the dharma. These scholarships fund tuition or other expenses related to one’s studies. Applicants for this scholarship are usually working toward … [Read more...] about Entries open for Buddhist Studies Scholarships
Apply for Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program
Deadline: 30-Sep-25 The Harvard Radcliffe Institute is seeking applications for its Fellowship Program to support fellows in developing new tools and methods, challenge artistic and scholarly conventions and illuminate their past and present. Radcliffe fellows are exceptional scientists, … [Read more...] about Apply for Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program
Entries open for ChallengeUS Future Leaders Competition
Deadline: 25-Jul-25 The ChallengeUS is thrilled to invite applications for its Future Leaders Competition to critically engage and amplify youth voices from all over the world in civic ideas and challenges. The competition seeks to find, spotlight and reward promising future leaders through … [Read more...] about Entries open for ChallengeUS Future Leaders Competition
