Scholarships for students and researchers worldwide
The University of Brescia has opened 61 funded PhD positions for the 2026/2027 academic year across 10 doctoral programmes. Successful candidates receive an annual scholarship of €28,370.20 over the 3-year programme.
The UN FAO Global Youth Contest 2026 invites young learners to share their stories of how the FAO elearning Academy has shaped their journey. Winners receive a fully funded trip to Rome to attend the World Food Forum. The contest is open to registered learners of the FAO elearning Academy aged 18-35
The Milken-Motsepe Prize in Circular Economy awards $2 million to companies using technology to enhance circular economy practices in Africa. Participating companies gain access to networking opportunities and can pitch to industry leaders.
The International Parliamentary Scholarship is a 5-month program for young graduates to gain practical experience in parliamentary work. It offers a monthly allowance of €700, free accommodation, and travel costs. The program is open to citizens of participating countries who are under 30 and hold a
The ECOWAS Regional Business Incubation Programme is a West Africa-focused initiative for young entrepreneurs. It offers incubation, training, and potential funding for innovative business ideas in sectors like ICT and renewable energy.
The Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026 connects climate risk researchers with the insurance industry. Launched in 2017, the award celebrates scientists at the start of their career. The award includes a €7,000 prize.
Hackaholics 7.0 is Wema Bank's flagship open innovation programme for startups, innovators, and creatives in Africa. The programme offers funding, mentorship, and growth opportunities to founders and innovators. It features three tracks: Startup Pitch Competition, Hackathon, and Social Impact Track.
The Afrique-Europe Youth Academy's New Leaders Lab is a leadership training programme for 30 young Africans. It aims to develop leadership skills and connect peers across the continent to drive positive change. The programme is open to residents of several African countries.
The UNDP African Youth Co-Creators Council is a new advisory group for young people. It will have 11 members from Africa and the diaspora, aged 18-34. They will work with UNDP teams for two years to shape the Africa Youth Portfolio.
The Indie Games Fund Africa 2026 provides up to $1 million to support small games studios in Africa. This program offers cash and hands-on support to help studios grow their businesses on Google Play. Around 10 studios will be selected, with each receiving between $50,000 and $200,000 USD.
Monash University is offering a fully funded PhD scholarship in climate displacement, exploring how climate disasters impact communities. The scholarship includes a tax-free living allowance and tuition fee scholarship. Eligible applicants must hold an Honours or Master's degree in Human Geography o
The Wema Bank Hackaholics Hackathon 7.0 is open for applications, offering funding, mentorship, and strategic partnerships to startups and innovators across Africa. The programme has evolved into one of the continent's leading innovation platforms, enabling founders to access growth opportunities
