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Deadline: April 30, 2026 Applications are open for the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) Internship 2026. Afreximbank Group recognises that as part of its mandate to promote…
Her CyberTracks is being offered specifically to women residing in targeted countries in Africa, the Americas, Arab States, Asia and the Pacific, CIS and Europe. With an approach concentrating on regional participation, the programme aims to provide women with support in their local cybersecurity communities. A limited number of sponsorships are available per region to support participants in their travels to regional onsite training activities.
Deadline: April 15, 2026 The Pulitzer Center is calling for local media or radio outlets in East, Southern, and West Africa to submit their proposals to…
Deadline: May 30, 2026 Applications are now open for the Toyota Foundation International Grant Program 2026. The grant program focuses on deepening mutual understanding and knowledge-sharing…
Deadline: May 6, 2026 The UNESCO 2026 Call for Funding Requests to the International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD) is now open! This call welcomes projects…
Deadline: April 13, 2026 Applications are open for the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Internship Program 2026. The African Population and Health Research Center…
Deadline: April 8, 2026 Applications are open for the African Development Bank (AfDB) Internship Programme 2026. Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) is the…
1. Queen’s Commonwealth Writing Competition 2026The Queen’s Commonwealth Writing Competition is the world’s oldest international writing competition for schools, which has been proudly delivered by the…
Deadline: Unspecified Applications are open for the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Internship Programme 2026. Young people provide invaluable knowledge, ideas and energy to society…
Deadline: March 30, 2026 Applications are open for the Code for Africa AI Sandbox Seed Grant 2026. Are you part of a Human Rights Defending (HRD)…
Deadline: March 15, 2026 Applications are open for the IBRO Collaborative Research Grants 2026. With the Collaborative Research Grants, IBRO’s primary objective is to facilitate collaboration,…
This curated list of 25 scholarships, awards, grants, and global opportunities currently open as of March 3, 2026 has been compiled to help applicants identify relevant…
Deadlines are closing fast and some of the most competitive scholarships, grants, fellowships, and global programmes are still open right now. This February 24, 2026 edition…
Deadline: December 31, 2026 Applications are open for the African Union Internship Program 2026. The African Union Internship Program provides an opportunity for interns to complement…
This Valentine season, think beyond flowers and soft messages, think access. Access to tuition support, seed funding, fellowships, leadership spaces, and the kind of global rooms…
Deadline: February 26, 2026 Applications are open for the EJN Media Grants 2026 to Strengthen Reporting on Forest Governance Issues in Africa and Asia. This media…
Deadline: March 26, 2026 Applications are open for the TWAS Seed Grant for New African Principal Investigators (SG-NAPI) 2026. With the support of the German Federal…
Deadline: February 27, 2026 Applications are open for the Africa Center & Afreximbank Global Africa Gateway Summer Internship Program 2026. An essential part of the GAG…
Deadline: March 2, 2026 Applications are open for the International Policy Ideas Challenge 2026. Global Affairs Canada (GAC), in collaboration with the Social Sciences and Humanities…
Deadline: January 30, 2026 Applications are open for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Global Youth Action Fund 2026. Across every corner of the world, young people are rising…
Deadline: February 15, 2026 Applications are open for the World Bank Group International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) Internships 2026. ICSID offers internship opportunities…
This curated list of 62 global trainings, fellowships, scholarships, awards, grants, and opportunities currently open as of January 12, 2026 brings together pathways for learning, funding, leadership, and…
1. AOS Latin American/Caribbean Conservation Research Grant 2026. The American Ornithological Society (AOS) is dedicated to the study and conservation of migratory and resident birds throughout the…
Deadline: February 27, 2026 Applications are open for the Rebecca Rhodes African Inclusive Literacy Research Grant 2026. In memory of inclusive education champion Rebecca H. Rhodes,…
Deadline: March 1, 2026 Applications are open for the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2026. The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF)—Africa’s leading philanthropy focused on empowering African…
Here is a quick roundup of 31 global scholarships and grants currently open in January 2026, offering funding and access for students, innovators, and change-makers ready…
One Young World convenes young leaders from 190+ countries to accelerate social impact. Fully-funded delegates attend the annual summit featuring world leaders, activists, and innovators. Participants join working sessions on global challenges and launch initiatives. African youth working on SDGs especially encouraged to apply. Lifetime membership in OYW Ambassador community.
The world's largest student competition for social good. Student teams compete to solve pressing social issues and win $1 million in seed funding. Campus rounds → Regional finals → Global Finals. Focus on sustainable development goals (SDGs). Past challenges have addressed food security, energy access, and youth unemployment.
Global hackathon where teams use NASA's open data to address real-world problems on Earth and in space. African locations participate annually with local and global prizes. 48-hour event focused on innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. Categories include Earth, Space, Technology, and People. No space background required.
Africa's premier award for entrepreneurs aged 15-22 who have started and are currently running businesses that are positively impacting their communities. Winners receive cash prizes, business support, mentorship, and join a lifelong network of young African entrepreneurs. The Anzisha Prize celebrates the innovation and resilience of Africa's youngest entrepreneurs.
The TEF Entrepreneurship Programme is Africa's leading entrepreneurship programme for young African entrepreneurs. Provides $5,000 seed funding, training, mentorship, and networking opportunities to 1,000 African entrepreneurs annually. The programme focuses on all sectors and empowers entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and create jobs. Applications open annually in January.
A unique opportunity for young professionals from developing countries to launch their career in international development. The YPP is a 2-year entry-level program for highly qualified individuals interested in a career in development. Combines learning, professional development, and hands-on experience at the World Bank. Limited openings, highly competitive.
UN Youth Volunteers are deployed to work with UN agencies on field assignments supporting development and humanitarian programs. Assignments typically last 6-12 months and cover areas like project management, communications, monitoring & evaluation, community mobilization, education, health, and youth engagement. Gain hands-on UN field experience.
Work with international and local NGOs focused on community development, education, health, and youth empowerment. Idealist platform connects passionate professionals with mission-driven organizations. Responsibilities include project coordination, community engagement, monitoring & evaluation, and capacity building.
Idealist connects millions of people who want to do good with opportunities to make a real impact. Join a global network of nonprofits, social enterprises, and community organizations working to create positive change. Youth coordinators work on community development, education, health, and social justice programs across Africa.
The flagship program of YALI, the Mandela Washington Fellowship brings young African leaders to the United States for academic coursework, leadership training, and professional development.
Commonwealth Scholarships for students from low and middle income Commonwealth countries to study in the UK. Targeted at candidates who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK.
Multiple organizations provide grants to support STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education in African schools and communities. These grants fund equipment, teacher training, student programs, and innovative approaches to STEM education. Funding supports initiatives that increase access to quality STEM education, particularly for girls and underserved communities.
The World Bank Group Summer Internship Program offers highly qualified graduate students an opportunity to work in technical and operational areas across the World Bank. Interns work closely with World Bank staff on projects related to poverty reduction, sustainable development, and economic growth in Africa and worldwide. Duration: 4-16 weeks during summer (June-September).
The Fulbright Program provides scholarships for African students to pursue graduate study in the United States. Many African countries participate in this program, offering opportunities for Masters and PhD studies across various fields. The program aims to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries, with African scholars returning home to contribute to development.
Graduate study scholarships for international students to study in the United States.
The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program provides academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young Africans with access to quality education and leadership development.
