Written by Funding Opportunity: Research & Innovation Action under the Horizon Europe / Global Health EDCTP3 framework
Deadline (Stage 1): 4 March 2026
Deadline (Stage 2 – full proposal): 17 September 2026
Total Indicative Budget: €25 million (≈ €5 million per project, ~5 projects expected)
The Global Collaboration Action on Climate and Health in Sub-Saharan Africa is a major two-stage research funding call under the European Union’s Horizon Europe programme, managed by the Global Health EDCTP3 Joint Undertaking. It invites international research consortia to develop large-scale research and innovation projects that address the impact of climate change on health in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).
This challenge focuses on climate-sensitive infectious diseases, health system adaptation, and multidisciplinary responses that bridge climate science, public health, and health systems resilience.
Who Can Apply
Eligible applicants must form a multi-partner research consortium that includes:
At least three independent legal entities from different eligible countries
At least one entity from an EU Member State or associated country (member of the EDCTP Association)
At least one entity from a Sub-Saharan African country member of the EDCTP Association
Consortia can include universities, research institutes, NGOs, health agencies, private sector partners, and international organisations. Projects should demonstrate scientific excellence, implementation strategy, and measurable impact.
Funding & Impact
Participating consortia can expect:
- Late-phase clinical research (e.g., Phase IIb/III trials)
- Large-scale implementation studies
- Health system adaptation and climate-health interventions
- One Health approaches integrating human, animal, and ecosystem health
- Community health engagement and policy translation
Funded projects are expected to contribute to Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), while strengthening global health security through collaborative research.
Key Dates & Process
Two-Stage Submission Model
- Deadline: 4 March 2026
- Submit a concise concept and consortium overview.
Stage 2 – Full Proposal:
- Deadline: 17 September 2026
- Invited applicants submit detailed research plans, work packages, budgets, and partnership contributions.
Consortia are strongly encouraged to include financial or in-kind contributions from partners, enhancing impact and resource leverage.
Priority Themes
Proposals should align with themes such as:
Climate-sensitive infectious diseases (e.g., vector- and water-borne)
Adaptation of health systems for climate resilience
Evidence-based public health interventions
Community health engagement and primary care adaptation
Translating research into policy and practice
Multidisciplinary approaches integrating health, climate, nutrition, WASH, and social dimensions
Projects are expected to contribute actionable knowledge that enhances health outcomes for vulnerable populations in SSA and supports policy development and implementation.
How to Apply
- Visit the EU Funding & Tenders Portal
- Search for HORIZON-JU-GH-EDCTP3-2026-02-CH-01-two-stage.
- Review eligibility, call conditions, and submission requirements on the official portal.
- Prepare and submit Stage 1 short proposal by 4 March 2026.
- If invited, develop the Stage 2 full application for submission by 17 September 2026.
*Proposals should clearly define research objectives, methodologies, impact pathways, and partnership roles.*