Category: Opportunities

The World Trade Organization Fisheries Funding Mechanism, widely known as the WTO Fish Fund, has opened its second Call for Proposals. The call opened on 2 February 2026 and will accept grant applications until 24 April 2026. The Fish Fund provides targeted financial support to help eligible developing and least-developed country members implement the WTO … Continue reading “Call for Proposals: WTO Fisheries Funding Mechanism (Fish Fund) – Second Call 2026”

HP Inc. and the HP Foundation invite applications for the Future of Work Accelerator 2026, a six-month virtual accelerator programme supporting organisations that are expanding access to technology, digital skills, and economic opportunities for people at risk of being left behind in the digital economy. This call is open to bold changemakers building solutions that … Continue reading “Call For Applications: HP/HP Foundation Future of Work Accelerator 2026 (Up to $100,000)”

The Long-Term Joint EU–AU Research and Innovation Partnership on Sustainable Energy (LEAP-SE) has opened applications for its Joint Call 2026, a major funding opportunity supporting collaborative research and innovation between Europe and Africa in sustainable energy. Co-funded by the European Commission under Horizon Europe, the LEAP-SE Joint Call 2026 provides up to €1.5 million per … Continue reading “Call for Applications: LEAP-SE Joint for EU–Africa Sustainable Energy Research (Up To €1.5 Million Grant)”

The African Union (AU) Digital & Innovation Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for its 2026/2027 cohort — a fully funded, 12-month immersive fellowship that places young African digital innovators inside AU institutions to work on data-driven, technology-enabled solutions that strengthen governance, public service delivery, and institutional capacity across the continent. About the Fellowship This programme empowers Africa’s brightest digital talents by giving them hands-on institutional … Continue reading “Call for Applications: AU Digital & Innovation Fellowship Program 2026/2027 — Fully Funded Tech Fellowship for African Innovators”

The Women for Zero Hunger Program 2026 — a strategic initiative co-led by WIA Philanthropy and Stop Hunger — is now inviting expressions of interest from African-based nonprofit organisations working to strengthen women’s economic empowerment and food security across the continent. This programme supports impactful, local solutions that help women earn income and improve food systems — a proven pathway to ending hunger sustainably. Who Can Apply The Call … Continue reading “Call for Applications: Women in Africa (WIA) Women for Zero Hunger Program 2026 — Funding & Capacity Support for African Nonprofit Organizations”

Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s globally recognised tech ecosystem backed by the Government of Abu Dhabi and Mubadala Investment Company, is now accepting applications for Cohort 19. African founders can apply through GFA Technologies (formerly GetFundedAfrica), Hub71’s official African cross-border ecosystem partner. This cohort is designed for ambitious, high-growth startups ready to scale globally by leveraging Abu Dhabi’s capital, market access, and deep investor … Continue reading “Call For Applications: Hub71 Cohort 19 – Abu Dhabi’s Global Tech Ecosystem for African Startups (Up to $68,000 in cash support)”

The Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has officially opened entries for the 2026 edition of The Nigeria Prizes, reinforcing its commitment to celebrating excellence in science, innovation, literature, and the creative arts. In a statement, NLNG said the 2026 cycle will focus on Artificial Intelligence and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for The Nigeria Prize for … Continue reading “NLNG Opens Entries for 2026 Nigeria Prizes, Spotlight on AI, ICT, Poetry, and Creative Arts”

Applications are now open for the SWIS EmpowHER Programme 2026, an empowering initiative designed for final-year female students studying Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in Nigerian universities. The programme is tailored to support young women in STEM through mentorship, leadership development, and career preparation, equipping participants with the confidence and skills needed to transition … Continue reading “SWIS EmpowHER Programme 2026 for Female STEM Students in Nigeria”

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Their goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With over 194 member states, FAO works in … Continue reading “FAO Internship Program For Students Worldwide (Food and Agriculture Organization)”

The ASR Africa International Professional Development Program is targeted at young people in the country. This highly competitive placement program comprised of internship and volunteer programs to enhance young people’s effective participation in the development sector. The program is structured to include intentional learning objectives, guided supervision by the ASR Africa specialist, continuous observation, evaluation … Continue reading “ASR Africa International Professional Development Program 2026”