Deadline: 8 May 2026.
The UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICT in Education 2026 is now open for nominations, recognizing innovative projects that use digital technologies and artificial intelligence to improve teaching and learning worldwide. The award highlights initiatives that strengthen creativity, critical thinking, and inclusive education while advancing global efforts toward quality education for all.

Deadline: 29 May 2026.
Applications are now open for the Art4Change Storytelling Fellowship 2026, a six-month programme for young creatives using storytelling to spotlight youth-led innovation and community impact across Africa, Europe, and the diaspora. The fellowship provides training, mentorship, a monthly stipend, and a publishing platform for selected storytellers working across writing, photography, video, audio, and digital media.

Deadline: 7 June 2026.
Applications are now open for the ICMM Young Leaders Scholarship 2026, a fully funded opportunity for exceptional young changemakers working in sustainability, climate action, and responsible resource development. The programme supports selected participants to attend the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, providing access to global leaders, leadership development sessions, and an international network of impact-driven peers.

Deadline: 22 May 2026.
Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) 2026, a fully funded scholarship designed to support high-achieving young Africans from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The program provides full tuition, accommodation, living expenses, leadership training, mentorship, and career development support, with a strong focus on developing ethical leaders committed to driving positive change in their communities.

Deadline: 6 May 2026.
Civil society organisations in Lagos and Plateau States are invited to apply for the SAFEStart+ grant supporting community mobilisation and health research aimed at eliminating HIV, hepatitis B, and syphilis, with funding of up to $15,000 per state.

Deadline: 17 April 2026

The Center for African Studies Visiting Fellowships 2027 offers Africa-based scholars a fully funded opportunity to conduct independent research at the University of California, Berkeley

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Applications close April 19, 2026.
Open for African university lecturers to receive funding for projects that expand understanding of rainforest, ocean, climate, and labor issues. Grants of USD 2,500–4,000 support initiatives linking journalism with education, encouraging collaborations, innovative learning formats, and inclusive teaching.

Deadline: 27 February 2026.
An experienced IT professional is sought to support the ProCEM programme. he role requires strong expertise in energy information systems, database development, and regional institutional support, with fluency in French and English.

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