Deadline: 14 May 2018 The International Council for Science (ICSU), in partnership with the Network of African Science Academies (NASAC) and the International Social Science Council (ISSC) is seeking proposals to support up to 11 collaborative research projects across Africa (to the value of up to … [Read more...] about Call for pre-proposals: Pathways towards Sustainable African Urban Development
Latest Grants and Resources in South Sudan
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in South Sudan.
Wellcome Trust: Seeking Application for Investigator Awards in Science
Deadline: 12 March 2018 The Wellcome Trust is currently accepting applications for its Investigator Awards in Science enabling independent researchers with a compelling research vision to tackle the most important questions in science. Benefits The support includes: Research … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust: Seeking Application for Investigator Awards in Science
Wellcome Trust: Seeking Applications for Collaborative Awards in Science
Deadline: 24 April 2018 The Wellcome Trust is seeking applications for its Collaborative Awards in Science to promote the development of new ideas and speed the pace of discovery. The scheme fund teams of researchers, consisting of independent research groups, to work together on the most … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust: Seeking Applications for Collaborative Awards in Science
Applications Open for BBC World News Komla Dumor Award!
Deadline: 22 March 2018 Applications are open for BBC World News Komla Dumor Award that is given to an outstanding individual living and working in Africa, who combines strong journalism skills, on air flair, and an exceptional talent in telling African stories with the ambition and potential to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for BBC World News Komla Dumor Award!
Applications Open for African Entrepreneurship Award 2018!
Deadline: 30 April 2018 Are you looking for mentoring to launch or grow your business or idea in Africa? Join the journey to receive free, online mentoring from over 400 entrepreneurs, investors and business owners. African Entrepreneurship Award 2018 is now accepting applications. Throughout … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Entrepreneurship Award 2018!
SPIDER: Call for Project in Digital Health
Deadline: 12 March 2018 SPIDER is seeking project proposals in the thematic area of ICT for Health & Wellbeing. Project proposals should focus on national/local public health priorities. The proposals should present health projects where ICT is an integral part of implementation, whether basic … [Read more...] about SPIDER: Call for Project in Digital Health
African Union Commission: Call for Proposals for 2018 African Union Research Grants Programme
Deadline: 22 May 2018 The African Union Commission has launched its Second Open Call for Research Proposals under Phase II of the African Union Research Grants programme. The objective of this Call for Proposals is to award grants to finance research projects that aim to Eradicate Hunger and … [Read more...] about African Union Commission: Call for Proposals for 2018 African Union Research Grants Programme
9th Call for Applications: International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD)
Deadline: 16 April 2018 The International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD) has launched its 9th call for funding requests. IFCD is a multi-donor fund established under Article 18 of the 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions. Its purpose is to … [Read more...] about 9th Call for Applications: International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD)
UNESCO U40 Empowered: Women Entrepreneurs Powering the Digital Creative Industries
Deadline: 16 April 2018 United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has launched a new initiative with Sabrina Ho “U40 Empowered: Women entrepreneurs powering the digital creative industries”. This initiative expands the actions of the International Fund for Cultural … [Read more...] about UNESCO U40 Empowered: Women Entrepreneurs Powering the Digital Creative Industries
African Development Bank: Inviting Applicants for Africa of my Dreams Writing Contest
Deadline: 26 March 2018 What does the Africa of your dreams look like? What hopes and dreams do you have? How do you envision the future? African Development Bank is inviting applicants for its Africa of my Dreams Writing Contest. Their goal is to unlock the potential of Africa’s youth. They … [Read more...] about African Development Bank: Inviting Applicants for Africa of my Dreams Writing Contest
Apply for Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program!
Deadline: 12 April 2018 The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) is open to women and men from developing countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries development efforts who are applying to a master degree program in a … [Read more...] about Apply for Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program!
Applications Open for TWAS-Lenovo Science Prize!
Deadline: 16 April 2018 TWAS and Lenovo are offering the TWAS-Lenovo Science Prize, which is intended to give international recognition and visibility to outstanding scientific achievements made by individual scientists in developing countries. For the 2018 edition of the prize, TWAS will … [Read more...] about Applications Open for TWAS-Lenovo Science Prize!
Applications Open for STAARS Fellowship!
Deadline: 15 March 2018 The Structural Transformation of African Agriculture and Rural Spaces (STAARS) fellowship program announces a call for concept proposals from early-career African researchers seeking to become STAARS fellows in 2018. The fellowship will cover travel and training. STAARS … [Read more...] about Applications Open for STAARS Fellowship!
9 Open Funding Opportunities for NGOs in Africa
Here is a list of 9 open funding opportunities for NGOs and other agencies in Africa. Africa Matters: Seeking Applications for Emerging African Leaders Programme Deadline: 5 March 2018 The Africa Matters Initiative is seeking applications for its Emerging African Leaders Programme. The Africa … [Read more...] about 9 Open Funding Opportunities for NGOs in Africa
IUCN NL Small Grants for the Purchase of Nature (SPN): Enabling Strong Local Conservation NGOs to Protect Habitat
Deadline: 1 May 2018 The International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (IUCN NL) is currently accepting applications for its Small grants for the Purchase of Nature (SPN) to enable strong local conservation NGOs to secure, connect and efficiently protect habitat of Red List … [Read more...] about IUCN NL Small Grants for the Purchase of Nature (SPN): Enabling Strong Local Conservation NGOs to Protect Habitat
UNDP: Small Grants to Support Victim Groups in Conflict-Affected Communities inside and Outside PoC Sites
Deadline: 2 March 2018 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced a Call for proposals from civil society organizations (CSOs) including NGOs and/or CBOs for the application of small grants to support victim groups in conflict-affected communities inside and outside PoC … [Read more...] about UNDP: Small Grants to Support Victim Groups in Conflict-Affected Communities inside and Outside PoC Sites
Applications Open for 2018 Anzisha Prize for African Youth Entrepreneurs!
Deadline: 31 March 2018 African Leadership Academy is seeking applications for the 2018 Anzisha Prize that seeks to award young entrepreneurs who have developed and implemented innovative solutions to social challenges or started successful businesses within their communities. Award … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Anzisha Prize for African Youth Entrepreneurs!
Applications Open for Frame’s Travel Grant for Foreign Art Experts for Travelling to Finland!
Deadline: 28 February 2018 Applications are open for the Frame’s Travel Grant for Foreign Art Experts for Travelling to Finland to promote the international mobility and networking of art experts in order to promote the opportunities of Finnish art and artists for international interaction and the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Frame’s Travel Grant for Foreign Art Experts for Travelling to Finland!
Nestlé Foundation Research Grants: Supporting Research in Human Nutrition
Deadline: 10 May 2018 The Nestlé Foundation is seeking applications for its Research Grants program to initiates and support research in human nutrition with public health relevance in low-income and lower middle-income countries. The results of the research projects should ideally provide a basis … [Read more...] about Nestlé Foundation Research Grants: Supporting Research in Human Nutrition
Nominations Open for Norman Borlaug Award for Field Research!
Deadline: 15 June 2018 Nominations are open for the Norman Borlaug Award for Field Research, endowed by the Rockefeller Foundation, presented every October in Des Moines, Iowa, by the World Food Prize Foundation. This award will recognize exceptional, science-based achievement in international … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Norman Borlaug Award for Field Research!
Nominations Open for The World Food Prize 2018!
Deadline: 1 May 2018 Nominations are open for “The World Food Prize” that is awarded for a specific, exceptionally significant, individual achievement at any point along the full range of the food production and distribution chain. Fields of achievement include, but are not limited to: soil and … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for The World Food Prize 2018!
National Geographic Society: Inviting Applicants for Early Career Grant
Deadline: 4 April 2018 The National Geographic Society is currently inviting applicants for its Early Career Grant which is a request for funding that offers less experienced individuals an opportunity to lead a project. The National Geographic Society awards grants for conservation, education, … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Inviting Applicants for Early Career Grant
National Geographic Society: Inviting Applicants for Standard Grants
Deadline: 4 April 2018 The National Geographic Society is currently inviting applicants for its Standard Grants which is a request for funding by an experienced project lead. The National Geographic Society awards grants for conservation, education, research, storytelling, and technology through … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Inviting Applicants for Standard Grants
Apply for UNFCCC–UNU Early Career Climate Fellowship Programme!
Deadline: 28 February 2018 Applications are open for UNFCCC–UNU Early Career Climate Fellowship Programme to offer young people from developing countries a unique opportunity to start their career at the interface between international climate policy development and research. Fellowships may last … [Read more...] about Apply for UNFCCC–UNU Early Career Climate Fellowship Programme!
Apply for USAID Partnership for Enhanced Engagement in Research Women in Science Mentoring Program!
Deadline: 16 March 2018 Applications are now open for the USAID Partnership for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) Women in Science Mentoring Program. The program receives applications from across the globe, with the numbers varying regionally by gender. The PEER Program has received more … [Read more...] about Apply for USAID Partnership for Enhanced Engagement in Research Women in Science Mentoring Program!
P4G Partnership Fund: Supporting Innovative Public-Private Sector Partnerships
Deadline: 30 March 2018 Applicants are invited to submit concept notes for P4G Partnership Fund, whose purpose is to support innovative public-private sector partnerships that address global sustainable development needs. The P4G Partnership Fund will contribute to overcoming barriers related to … [Read more...] about P4G Partnership Fund: Supporting Innovative Public-Private Sector Partnerships
Apply for Research Awards for Health Professionals!
Deadline: 6 July 2018 The Wellcome Trust is inviting applications for the Research Awards for Health Professionals offering practising health professionals the opportunity to carry out humanities or social science research, in any area of health. Benefits An award will not usually be above … [Read more...] about Apply for Research Awards for Health Professionals!
Applications Open for 2018 AFRINIC Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 18 February 2018 The African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC) is accepting applications for its 2018 AFRINIC Fellowship Program. The AFRINIC fellowship is for individuals representing small organisations, universities, and organisation that are actively involved in Internet … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 AFRINIC Fellowship Program!
Palliative Care Development in Africa: Inviting Applications for Small Grants Programme
Deadline: 1 March 2018 The Trustees of the True Colours Trust have set aside funds towards a small grants programme for hospices and palliative care providers across Africa to support the development of palliative care. Applications and approved grants are administered by the African Palliative … [Read more...] about Palliative Care Development in Africa: Inviting Applications for Small Grants Programme
EU Call for Proposals: Quality Alternative Care for Children and De-Institutionalisation
Deadline: 27 March 2018 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals for its program entitled "Quality Alternative Care for Children and De-Institutionalisation" to ensure better outcomes for children by ensuring better implementation of the UN's Guidelines for the alternative care of children in … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Quality Alternative Care for Children and De-Institutionalisation
Applications Open for YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa Program!
Deadline: 19 February 2018 The Young African Leaders Center is currently inviting applicants for its YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa with an aim to promote three models designed to identify and empower young leaders: the YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship, YALI Network, and the Regional … [Read more...] about Applications Open for YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa Program!
European Commission: Seeking Applications for Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2018
Deadline: 9 March 2018 Applications for 2018 Lorenzo Natali Media Prize for outstanding journalism in development are now open. Through this prize the European Commission recognises the dedication of journalists whose work helps to create a better world. The Natali prize will acknowledge … [Read more...] about European Commission: Seeking Applications for Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2018
Palliative Care Development in Africa: Seeking Applications for Microfinance Program
Deadline: 1 March 2018 The Trustees of the True Colors Trust have set aside funds for a microfinance program for hospices and palliative care providers across Africa to support the development of palliative care. Nominations and funds are administered by the African Association for Palliative Care … [Read more...] about Palliative Care Development in Africa: Seeking Applications for Microfinance Program
Prince Claus Fund: Inviting Applicants for 2018 Network Partnership Grant Programme
Deadline: 9 March 2018 The Prince Claus Fund is currently accepting applications for its 2018 Network Partnership Grant programme from cultural organisations operating in Africa. The Fund and its Partners work together from the conceptualisation of the partnership to the execution and … [Read more...] about Prince Claus Fund: Inviting Applicants for 2018 Network Partnership Grant Programme
Applications Open for the Venture Incubation Programme 2018!
Deadline: 28 February 2018 MTN Group is inviting applications for the Venture Incubation Programme 2018 which is designed to provide a supportive ecosystem to help startups build viable and scalable innovation-driven companies. MTN Group is looking for startups that are either building a … [Read more...] about Applications Open for the Venture Incubation Programme 2018!
Prince Claus Fund: Call for Proposals for the Next Generation 2018
Deadline: 16 March 2018 The Prince Claus Fund has announced a new Call for Proposals for the Next Generation 2018 to support one-year initiatives by and for young people that inspire them to contribute to their societies in ways that make them more inclusive and accepting of differences. The … [Read more...] about Prince Claus Fund: Call for Proposals for the Next Generation 2018
GCRF Networking Grants Round 2: Addressing Global Issues faced by Developing Countries
Deadline: 21 March 2018 The Academy of Medical Sciences in partnership with the British Academy, the Royal Academy of Engineering, and the Royal Society, has launched its second call for Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) Networking Grants Program with an aim to support cutting-edge … [Read more...] about GCRF Networking Grants Round 2: Addressing Global Issues faced by Developing Countries
Apply for African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative Program 2018!
Deadline: 14 February 2018 The Center for Global Enterprise is now inviting applications for African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative Program 2018 which is designed for women from across Africa and its diaspora who run startup or growth stage companies in any industry. AWEC one-of-a-kind, … [Read more...] about Apply for African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative Program 2018!
Nominations Open for 2018 UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)!
Deadline: 3 May 2018 Nominations are open for the fourth edition of the UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) 2018, funded by the Government of Japan. The UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) honours outstanding projects by individuals, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)!
World Health Organization: Seeking Nominations for World No Tobacco Day Awards 2018
Deadline: 9 March 2018 The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking nominations for the World No Tobacco Day Awards of individuals or organizations for their accomplishments in the area of tobacco control. There will be a maximum of six World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) awards per WHO region. Two of … [Read more...] about World Health Organization: Seeking Nominations for World No Tobacco Day Awards 2018
Applications Open for Training Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine!
Deadline: 9 May 2018 The Wellcome Trust is currently accepting applications for its Training Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine, offering research experience and training to early-stage researchers from low and middle-income countries. The scheme aims to support research that will … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Training Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine!
Nominations Open for The World Food Prize 2018!
Deadline: 1 May 2018 Nominations are open for “The World Food Prize” that is awarded for a specific, exceptionally significant, individual achievement at any point along the full range of the food production and distribution chain. Fields of achievement include, but are not limited to: soil and … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for The World Food Prize 2018!
Open Technology Fund: Seeking Applications for Internet Freedom Fund
Deadline: 1 March 2018 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is currently seeking applications for its Internet Freedom Fund, a primary way to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help … [Read more...] about Open Technology Fund: Seeking Applications for Internet Freedom Fund
The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation: Seeking Applications for Research Grant
Deadline: 1 August 2018 The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation is seeking applications for its Research Grant from any of the natural and social sciences and the humanities that promise to increase understanding of the causes, manifestations, and control of violence and aggression. Highest priority … [Read more...] about The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation: Seeking Applications for Research Grant
Apply for Co-creation Hub’s 2018 Incubation Program!
Deadline: 17 March 2018 Co-creation Hub is seeking applications for its 2018 Incubation program to help the entrepreneur(s) properly structure their business, ensure consistent growth and access funding to build a lasting global entity. Benefits Funding of up to $25,000 to run their … [Read more...] about Apply for Co-creation Hub’s 2018 Incubation Program!
Applications Open for Writivism Short Story Prize!
Deadline: 31 March 2018 Applications are now open for the Writivism Short Story Prize which is an annual award for emerging African writers administered by the Center for African Cultural Excellence (CACE) and sponsored by The Story Club, Malawi. Funding information The winner of the prize … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Writivism Short Story Prize!
Applications Open for Girl Up Teen Advisors Program!
Deadline: 12 February 2018 Applications are open for "Girl Up Teen Advisors Program". The Teen Advisor program is where Girl Up truly lives out its “by girls, for girls” mission. Composed of a widely diverse group of teenage girls, Teen Advisors are passionate change-makers who together spread and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Girl Up Teen Advisors Program!
World Bank Call for Proposals: 2018 Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building (TFSCB)
Deadline: 8 February 2018 The World Bank is seeking applications for its 2018 Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building (TFSCB) with an aim to improve the capacity of developing countries to produce and use statistics with an overall objective of supporting effective decision-making for … [Read more...] about World Bank Call for Proposals: 2018 Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building (TFSCB)
Nominations Open for IWMF’s Courage in Journalism Award!
Deadline: 16 March 2018 Nominations are open for the International Women’s Media Foundation’s Courage in Journalism Award to honor women journalists for their extraordinary bravery. In facing and surviving danger to uncover the truth, they raise the bar for reporting under duress. The IWMF also … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for IWMF’s Courage in Journalism Award!
Apply for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s “Africa Rising Reporting Workshop”!
Deadline: 23 February 2018 Increasingly African business and social leaders are emphasising that the future of the continent lies in its own hands. But, are we adequately reporting this and giving sufficient media attention to the strengthening entrepreneurial and innovative spirit? While analysing … [Read more...] about Apply for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s “Africa Rising Reporting Workshop”!
