All research calls and funding opportunities from across our networks, with an African focus.
Funding of new projects
Protein Research Foundation | Proteïnmavorsingstigting
This supports research and technology transfer to reduce reliance of the feed industry in South Africa on imported protein for animal production.
Closing date: 30 Apr 21
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/2474769
AIDS, health and development – gender and HIV grants
Fondation de France
These aim to improve male-female relationships and to encourage the joint participation of men and women in decision-making in matters of sexuality, prevention and treatment. Funding is available for up to three years.
Closing date: 13 May 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/1155336
Elliott P Skinner Book Award
Association for Africanist Anthropology
This recognises a book which furthers the global community of Africanist scholars and the wider interests of the African continent. The award is worth USD 1,000.
Closing date: 15 May 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/257954
Africa food prize
Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa
This recognises an individual or institution whose contributions to African agriculture are forging a new era of sustainable food security and economic opportunity for all Africans. The prize is worth USD 100,000.
Closing date: 01 Jun 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/1761117
Martin Lynn scholarship
Royal Historical Society
This supports a postgraduate historian pursuing research on African history. The scholarship is worth up to £1,000.
Closing date: 08 Jun 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/254739
Leo foundation award – Europe, Middle East, Africa
LEO Pharma Research Foundation
This recognises young scientists who have made important contributions within the field of dermatology research. The award is worth USD 100,000.
Closing date: 22 Jun 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/1352494
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth scholarships
Association of Commonwealth Universities
These enable students from Commonwealth countries in conducting a two-year master’s degree. Scholarships cover tuition fees, return airfare, an arrival allowance and a regular stipend.
Closing date: 09 Jul 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/1730616
John Lawson prize
Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
This recognises an article on a topic of obstetrics or gynaecology derived from work carried out in Africa between the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn. The prize is worth £150.
Closing date: 01 Aug 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/1243571
African wildlife rapid action grants
International Union for Conservation of Nature
These support civil society organisations and public entities engaged in the conservation of threatened species in South Africa in carrying out urgent conservation measures at local level to protect the species and their habitat. Grants are worth up to €100,000 each for a maximum period of 12 months.
Closing date: 01 Aug 21
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/2693438
World Bank
This enables young African scholars to spend a minimum of six months at the World Bank in Washington, DC, or country offices, getting hands-on experience in development work. Fellowships each include coverage of consultant fees, round-trip economy airfare and worker’s compensation insurance.
Closing date: 23 Aug 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/1382456
Science by Women Programme
Women for Africa Foundation | Fundacion Mujeres por Africa
This enables African women researchers to spend six months in one of the participating research centres in Spain. Fellowships cover a return flight and a monthly allowance of €2,400 towards accommodation, personal expenses and insurance.
Closing date: 30 Sep 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/2117137
Travel Grants
Society for Libyan Studies
These support visits to the North African region or to North African archives to undertake self-contained projects or discrete elements of larger projects. Grants are worth up to £800.
Closing date: 01 Oct 21 (Forecast)
More information: https://www.researchprofessional.com/funding/opportunity/2203919