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Deadline: September 6, 2026 Applications are open for the Pulitzer Center Global South Civil Society Microgrants 2026. This microgrant aims to support civil society organizations and…
Deadline: September 15, 2026 Applications are open for the University of Bayreuth Centre of International Excellence “Alexander von Humboldt” Short Term Grants Programme 2026. The University…
Deadline: August 14, 2026 Applications are open for the Africa Fundraising Incubator (AFI) Program 2026. The Africa Fundraising Incubator – AFI (previously called the Africa Impact Fundraising…
Deadline: September 15, 2026 Applications are open for the University of Bayreuth Centre of International Excellence “Alexander von Humboldt” Starter Grant Programme 2027. The University of…
1. Aga Khan Foundation Goals for Tomorrow: Call for Youth Presenters The Aga Khan Foundation invites young leaders, artists, innovators, activists, entrepreneurs, researchers and community builders living…
Deadline: August 28, 2026 Applications are open for the Founders Fund Africa Creative Economy Accelerator 2026. Are you building something that will change Africa’s creative landscape?…
Deadline: August 25, 2026 Applications are open for the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Global Grants 2026. The ACU Global Grants provide undergraduate students at ACU member…
Deadline: September 10, 2026 Applications are open for the British Council Going Global Partnerships TVET Grant 2026. The British Council is pleased to announce seven opportunities…
Deadline: August 20, 2026 Applications are open for the IFC Women-Led Business Grant 2026. This program targets businesses founded or led by women, providing non-dilutive funding…
Deadline: June 30, 2026 Applications are open for the Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE USA) Internship 2026. The Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE USA) is…
Deadline: September 3, 2026 Applications are open for the Cambridge-Africa ALBORADA Research Fund 2026. The Cambridge-Africa ALBORADA Research Fund was established in 2012, with generous support…
Deadline: June 10, 2026 Applications are open for the African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD) Internship Programme 2026. This six-month programme offers aspiring professionals…
Deadline: May 31, 2026 Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work of a diplomatic mission and…
Deadline: May 22, 2026 Applications are open for the Refugees International Summer Internship: Horn of Africa 2026. They seek a Summer 2026 Intern to focus on…
Annual award celebrating young African leaders, innovators, and change-makers across various sectors. Categories include entrepreneurship, technology, arts & culture, activism, and community development. Winners receive cash prizes, mentorship, and are featured in pan-African media. The award aims to inspire and connect Africa's next generation of leaders.
One Young World convenes young leaders from 190+ countries to accelerate social impact. Fully-funded delegates attend the annual summit featuring world leaders, activists, and innovators. Participants join working sessions on global challenges and launch initiatives. African youth working on SDGs especially encouraged to apply. Lifetime membership in OYW Ambassador community.
The world's largest student competition for social good. Student teams compete to solve pressing social issues and win $1 million in seed funding. Campus rounds → Regional finals → Global Finals. Focus on sustainable development goals (SDGs). Past challenges have addressed food security, energy access, and youth unemployment.
Global hackathon where teams use NASA's open data to address real-world problems on Earth and in space. African locations participate annually with local and global prizes. 48-hour event focused on innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. Categories include Earth, Space, Technology, and People. No space background required.
Africa's premier award for entrepreneurs aged 15-22 who have started and are currently running businesses that are positively impacting their communities. Winners receive cash prizes, business support, mentorship, and join a lifelong network of young African entrepreneurs. The Anzisha Prize celebrates the innovation and resilience of Africa's youngest entrepreneurs.
The TEF Entrepreneurship Programme is Africa's leading entrepreneurship programme for young African entrepreneurs. Provides $5,000 seed funding, training, mentorship, and networking opportunities to 1,000 African entrepreneurs annually. The programme focuses on all sectors and empowers entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and create jobs. Applications open annually in January.
A unique opportunity for young professionals from developing countries to launch their career in international development. The YPP is a 2-year entry-level program for highly qualified individuals interested in a career in development. Combines learning, professional development, and hands-on experience at the World Bank. Limited openings, highly competitive.
UN Youth Volunteers are deployed to work with UN agencies on field assignments supporting development and humanitarian programs. Assignments typically last 6-12 months and cover areas like project management, communications, monitoring & evaluation, community mobilization, education, health, and youth engagement. Gain hands-on UN field experience.
The flagship program of YALI, the Mandela Washington Fellowship brings young African leaders to the United States for academic coursework, leadership training, and professional development.
Commonwealth Scholarships for students from low and middle income Commonwealth countries to study in the UK. Targeted at candidates who could not otherwise afford to study in the UK.
The World Bank Group Summer Internship Program offers highly qualified graduate students an opportunity to work in technical and operational areas across the World Bank. Interns work closely with World Bank staff on projects related to poverty reduction, sustainable development, and economic growth in Africa and worldwide. Duration: 4-16 weeks during summer (June-September).
The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program provides academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young Africans with access to quality education and leadership development.
