Applications are open for IJURR Foundation Writing-Up Grants 2026. These grants provide support to doctoral candidates in the social sciences working on urban and regional research who are nearing the completion of their dissertations. The grant aims to help early-career scholars focus on finishing their research and writing strong, impactful dissertations. (more…)
Applications are open for Villgro Africa Eye Health Innovation Accelerator Program 2026. The Eye Health Innovation Accelerator is a Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) program aimed at supporting companies that are developing scalable, affordable, and high-impact innovations in the eye health space. The Accelerator provides technical assistance, catalytic capital, and deep market access to help startups validate solutions, strengthen business models, and scale across LMICs. (more…)
Applications are open for She Code Africa Mentorship Program Cycle 3. The She Code Africa Mentorship Program has officially launched Cycle 3, offering another remarkable opportunity for women and girls across Africa to grow, upskill, and connect with experienced professionals in the tech space. This program continues to empower women in technology by providing guided learning, career exposure, and community support. (more…)
Applications are now open to Become a Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Mentor. The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is calling on inspiring leaders, industry experts, and professionals from around the world to join the Global TEF Mentors Guild—a network dedicated to shaping and supporting Africa’s most promising entrepreneurs. (more…)
Applications are open for Arise Home Garden Scheme 2.0. If you live in or near and have a passion for agriculture or home-garden farming, then the Arise Home Garden Scheme 2.0 could help you turn that passion into income. The programme offers N500,000 grant funding to support home gardens and small-scale agribusiness — designed for individuals and households aiming to grow food, raise crops or start small agribusiness. (more…)
The Allianz x Social Shifters MoveNow Global Social Innovation Challenge supports youth-led social innovation globally that aligns with the Allianz Global Social Impact program, MoveNow, which is committed to empowering young people and strengthening resilience in underserved communities. (more…)
Applications are open for UN SDSN Youth Nigeria National Essay Competition 2025. The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) Nigeria, in collaboration with The Sterling Team, is calling on all passionate senior secondary school students to apply for the 2025 National Essay Competition — a creative platform that empowers young Nigerians to become changemakers for the environment and climate action. (more…)
Applications are open for AECF SAPI Poultry Feed Accelerator Grand Challenge. The Southern Africa Poultry Initiative (SAPI) is a flagship programme under the Food Action Alliance (FAA), led by AGRA with support from a coalition of partners, including AECF. It is designed to unlock poultry’s potential as a driver of food security, inclusive economic growth, and job creation, particularly for women and young people. (more…)
Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge 11th Edition . The Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge — the world’s longest-running Deep Tech competition — is back for its 11th edition, spotlighting groundbreaking startups transforming the future through advanced computing, cybersecurity, and AI-driven innovation. (more…)
