1. Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) Development Programme 2026
The AGFUND Development Programme is a pilot funding and capacity-building opportunity for Diana Award recipients based in Africa who are already leading social-action initiatives. It is designed to help young changemakers strengthen community projects, improve their delivery models and expand their impact through structured support and grant funding. Applicants should be able to show an active initiative, a clear understanding of the community challenge they are addressing and a realistic plan for using the support to deepen results. The programme is especially relevant to youth-led organisations working in education, inclusion, livelihoods, climate action, health or community development.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 31, 2026
2. African Fashion FundLab Fellowship 2026
The African Fashion FundLab Fellowship is a fully funded business-development fellowship for Nigerian fashion entrepreneurs who want to build stronger, more sustainable enterprises. The programme combines practical training, mentorship and business support to help participants improve operations, financial management, compliance, investment readiness and revenue growth. It is intended for founders running registered fashion businesses with at least three years of operating experience and the ability to participate in person. Selected fellows will gain practical tools for structuring their businesses, attracting finance and moving from informal growth to a more resilient and scalable business model.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 24, 2026
3. Wema Bank Hackaholics 7.0
Wema Bank Hackaholics 7.0 is an open innovation platform for African founders, developers, designers, creatives and problem-solvers developing technology-enabled solutions. Applicants may enter through the startup pitch, hackathon or social-impact track, depending on the stage and focus of their idea. Participants gain opportunities to access prize funding, expert mentorship, market exposure, strategic partnerships and post-programme support. The competition welcomes students, professionals and entrepreneurs, including applicants without a formal technology degree, provided they can demonstrate a relevant problem, a credible solution and the ability to build or scale it.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Ongoing
4. Conservation Nation Grant Program 2026
The Conservation Nation Grant Program supports emerging conservationists whose projects protect wildlife, habitats and biodiversity while strengthening local communities. Selected applicants receive grants of up to US$5,000 to advance practical conservation work, alongside visibility and support that can strengthen the long-term reach of their projects. The programme is suitable for conservation practitioners, researchers, educators and community leaders who can demonstrate a clear conservation challenge, a feasible response and meaningful community engagement. Strong applications should explain the ecological significance of the work, the intended outcomes and how the funding will be used responsibly.
Click here to apply | Deadline: August 3, 2026
5. 360 Venture Collective Fellows Program 2026
The 360 Venture Collective Fellows Program offers emerging investors, startup operators, researchers and ecosystem builders hands-on experience within a venture capital platform. Fellows support real work across investment research, portfolio operations, startup evaluation, fund development and ecosystem engagement while learning directly from founders and investors. The programme is particularly suitable for graduate students, finance and consulting professionals, technologists, startup operators and individuals seeking to transition into venture capital. Participants commit up to ten hours per week and may gain expanded professional networks, practical project experience, equity participation and potential pathways into future roles within the platform.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 15, 2026
6. Pulitzer Center Rainforest Reporting Grant 2026
The Pulitzer Center Rainforest Reporting Grant supports ambitious, independent journalism focused on tropical forests in the Amazon, Congo Basin and Southeast Asia. Grants generally range from US$8,000 to US$15,000 and may support reporting travel, technology, specialist expertise and collaborative investigations. The opportunity is open to staff and freelance journalists proposing rigorous stories on environmental governance, extractive industries, Indigenous rights, biodiversity, climate change and forest-based livelihoods. Applicants should present a strong editorial concept, a realistic budget, evidence of reporting capacity and a clear publication or distribution plan capable of reaching relevant audiences.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Rolling basis
7. EJN Story Grants on Business Responses to Climate Change in Thailand 2026
The Earth Journalism Network is offering story grants to journalists reporting on how businesses in Thailand contribute to climate change or respond through mitigation, adaptation and climate finance. Selected journalists may receive up to EUR1,500, together with editorial guidance and mentorship from experienced media professionals. The grants are intended for well-researched, public-interest stories that examine private-sector accountability, innovation, greenwashing, financing and the real impact of corporate climate commitments. Applicants should propose a focused, original story with a clear reporting plan, relevant sources and a realistic production schedule.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 19, 2026
8. EJN Story Grants to Report on Asia’s Endangered Apes 2026
The Earth Journalism Network is offering story grants to journalists in Asian ape-range countries to investigate threats facing endangered apes and the solutions needed to protect them. The programme supports reporting on habitat loss, trafficking, captivity, conservation policy, human-wildlife interaction and the links between ecological, animal and human health. Selected grantees receive financial support and editorial mentorship to develop evidence-based stories for public audiences. Applicants should demonstrate relevant reporting experience, a compelling local angle, access to credible sources and a clear plan for publication or broadcast.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 19, 2026
9. UNDP African Youth Co-Creators Council 2026
The UNDP African Youth Co-Creators Council will bring together 11 young leaders from Africa and the diaspora to advise, co-design and amplify UNDP’s youth-focused work. Council members will contribute to programme design, policy discussions, regional consultations, monitoring and learning, while identifying youth-led solutions that can be scaled. The opportunity is suited to young leaders with practical experience in community development, innovation, policy, entrepreneurship, climate action or civic participation. Participants should be able to communicate youth priorities clearly, collaborate across cultures and commit to sustained engagement throughout the Council’s mandate.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 31, 2026
10. Africa-Europe Youth Academy New Leaders Lab 2026
The Africa-Europe Youth Academy New Leaders Lab is a three-to-four-month leadership programme combining thematic learning, practical workshops, personalised support and peer exchange. It is designed for emerging leaders working across entrepreneurship, civic engagement and community development who want to strengthen their ability to design and implement solutions. Participants will develop leadership competencies, test ideas, learn from mentors and collaborate with peers from Africa and Europe. Strong applicants should demonstrate initiative, social commitment and readiness to apply the learning to a concrete project, organisation or community challenge.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 19, 2026
11. Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026
The Allianz Climate Risk Award recognises early-career researchers whose work improves understanding of the relationship between climate change and extreme weather. The award connects scientific research with the insurance and risk-management sectors, helping translate evidence into practical resilience strategies. Ten researchers will be shortlisted, with three finalists invited to Munich to present their work. The winner receives EUR7,000, while the other finalists receive EUR3,000 each. Applicants should present scientifically rigorous, policy-relevant research that can contribute to better risk modelling, adaptation planning or climate-resilient decision-making.
Click here to apply | Deadline: August 31, 2026
12. Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarship 2026
The Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarship supports African writers to devote sustained time to completing a book-length work. Selected scholars receive GBP18,000, paid monthly over twelve months, while non-fiction writers may receive additional support where substantial research is required. The scholarship is open to writers working in English who were born in Africa or whose parents were born in Africa. Applicants must submit an original writing sample and a clear proposal for the work they intend to complete. The programme is particularly valuable for writers who have demonstrated literary promise but need financial space to focus on a major manuscript.
Click here to apply | Deadline: September 18, 2026
13. Women’s Fellowship on Human Mobility in the Context of Climate Change 2026
This regional fellowship supports young women across the ECOWAS region who are addressing climate-induced migration, displacement and community resilience. Fellows receive leadership development, mentoring, policy exposure and opportunities to strengthen community-based initiatives. The programme is relevant to women working in climate action, migration, gender equality, youth engagement, environmental sustainability or local development. Applicants should demonstrate a genuine commitment to gender-responsive climate solutions and present either an active initiative or a credible idea that can be advanced through the fellowship’s learning and regional collaboration platform.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 19, 2026
14. Cornell Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellowship in Sustainability 2027
The Cornell Atkinson Postdoctoral Fellowship supports early-career scholars conducting rigorous, impact-oriented research on sustainability. Fellows work at the intersection of academic excellence and practical change, collaborating with Cornell faculty and external partners on issues such as climate, food systems, biodiversity, energy, health and environmental justice. The programme is suitable for researchers who have completed a doctorate and want to build an interdisciplinary research profile while translating evidence into policy, technology or implementation. Applicants should propose an ambitious project with strong scholarly foundations, clear sustainability relevance and potential for real-world impact.
Click here to apply | Deadline: October 20, 2026
15. GLF/YIL Restoration Stewards Program 2027
The Restoration Stewards Program is a year-long fellowship for young people aged 18-35 who are leading or contributing to community-based landscape or seascape restoration. Selected stewards receive EUR5,000 in trust-based funding, technical mentorship, capacity development, global visibility and access to an international peer network. Priority is given to youth-led, women-led, Indigenous-led and rural initiatives that have been active for at least six months. Applicants should show how their work integrates ecological restoration with community priorities, livelihoods, inclusion and long-term stewardship.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 31, 2026
16. GLFx Chapters Program 2027
The GLFx Chapters Program supports locally rooted organisations in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean that are advancing landscape restoration and sustainable development. Selected organisations join a global network and gain access to funding, partnerships, learning opportunities and international visibility. The programme is designed for registered or locally accredited organisations working on issues such as agroforestry, biodiversity, soil restoration, sustainable livelihoods, reforestation, youth leadership and policy advocacy. Applicants should demonstrate strong community ownership, an active local network and a practical vision for collaborative landscape action.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 31, 2026
17. Milken-Motsepe Prize in Circular Economy 2026
The Milken-Motsepe Prize in Circular Economy is a major innovation competition for scalable African companies using technology to reduce waste and improve circularity across agriculture, packaging, electronics, textiles, construction and related sectors. The competition offers US$2 million in total prizes, including a US$1 million grand prize, and provides participants with visibility, expert engagement and access to influential networks. Eligible companies should have a viable solution, evidence of market relevance and the potential to deliver measurable economic and environmental benefits at scale.
Click here to apply | Deadline: August 13, 2026
18. ECOWAS Youth and Women Entrepreneurship Programme 2026
The ECOWAS Youth and Women Entrepreneurship Programme supports entrepreneurs aged 18-35 who are already operating businesses in selected West African countries. Participants receive capacity building, technical assistance, mentoring, networking and access to business support services. Strong projects may receive grants and prizes, including US$15,000 for first place, US$10,000 for second place and US$5,000 for third place. Applicants should demonstrate that their enterprise is active, economically viable, capable of growth and able to create or sustain jobs within their communities.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 31, 2026
19. UN FAO elearning Academy Global Youth Contest 2026
The UN FAO Global Youth Contest invites learners aged 18-35 to show how courses from the FAO elearning Academy have strengthened their knowledge, career or community impact. Applicants must have completed relevant courses and earned verified digital badges. Winners will participate in a global award process and receive a fully funded trip to Rome. Strong submissions should present a clear, credible impact story explaining how learning was translated into practical action, academic progress, professional development or positive change within a community or organisation.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 31, 2026
20. 9th Next Generation Investigative Journalism Fellowship 2026
The Next Generation Investigative Journalism Fellowship is a fully funded, three-month residential programme for Ghanaian journalism graduates, early-career journalists and young professionals passionate about accountability reporting. Ten fellows will receive practical training in investigative journalism, data journalism, fact-checking, anti-corruption reporting and use of Ghana’s Right to Information framework. Participants receive mentorship, editorial and financial support to produce investigations, a monthly stipend and a certificate of honour. Applicants must commit to full-time participation from September to November 2026 and submit evidence of published work.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 30, 2026
21. L’Oréal-UNESCO Young Talents Caribbean for Women in Science Program 2026
This programme recognises and supports outstanding women researchers from the Caribbean working in life sciences, environmental sciences, mathematics, computing, engineering, materials science and related fields. Doctoral researchers, postdoctoral researchers and eligible early-career scientists may receive an award of US$15,000 to advance their work. Selection considers scientific excellence, originality, academic quality and the applicant’s potential to inspire future generations. Candidates must meet the nationality and regional research requirements and demonstrate a strong research record within an eligible scientific discipline.
Click here to apply | Deadline: August 14, 2026
22. CircularEconomy4Ghana Innovation Challenge 2026
The CircularEconomy4Ghana Innovation Challenge supports early-stage agritech ventures developing practical technologies that strengthen circularity, food security and agricultural resilience in Ghana. Selected teams participate in a fully funded bootcamp in Accra and a three-month accelerator offering entrepreneurial training, technical support, product validation, investor engagement and market access. Applicants should have a working minimum viable product, evidence of testing with users and an active fundraising plan at pre-seed or seed stage. Solutions must respond to real agricultural challenges and create tangible value for smallholder farmers or value-chain actors.
Click here to apply | Deadline: August 8, 2026
23. Commonwealth Young Leaders Fellowship 2026
The Commonwealth Young Leaders Fellowship is a three-month leadership programme for emerging leaders from Commonwealth countries. It combines leadership training, mentorship, international collaboration, professional placements and community action projects. Fellows are expected to participate in convenings in the United Kingdom and Antigua and Barbuda, with limited needs-based travel or accommodation support potentially available. The programme is suitable for young people aged approximately 18-35 with evidence of commitment to public service, social impact, civic participation, digital inclusion, peacebuilding or sustainable development.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 19, 2026
24. NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship Programme 2026-2027
The NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship provides five-month residencies in Amsterdam for at-risk scholars, journalists, writers and artistic researchers whose work is restricted by conflict, persecution or serious threats to academic and creative freedom. Fellows receive office and research facilities, participation in the NIAS intellectual community, travel reimbursement, subsidised accommodation or commuting support and a monthly stipend of EUR3,500. Applicants must demonstrate a strong record of scholarly, journalistic, literary or artistic research and meet the programme’s education, professional experience and English-language requirements.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 21, 2026
25. Tsinghua Global SDG Case Competition 2026
The Tsinghua Global SDG Case Competition invites undergraduate, master’s and doctoral students worldwide to produce original English-language case studies linked to sustainable development. Participants may compete individually or in interdisciplinary teams of up to four people. Entries should combine a compelling case narrative with rigorous analysis, strong policy understanding and a clearly defined problem. Winning teams receive cash prizes of up to RMB15,000, with additional second- and third-place awards. The competition is suitable for students interested in policy, development, business, sustainability and applied research.
Click here to apply | Deadline: September 30, 2026
26. Royal Society – Research Ireland University Research Fellowship 2026
This eight-year fellowship supports outstanding early-career scientists in the Republic of Ireland who have the potential to become independent research leaders. Funding includes a salary contribution, institutional overheads and research expenses of up to EUR90,000 per year. The scheme covers the natural sciences, including biology, biomedical sciences, chemistry, engineering, mathematics and physics. Applicants must hold a PhD, have between three and eight years of postdoctoral research experience and not already hold a permanent academic post or equivalent nationally competitive independent fellowship.
Click here to apply | Deadline: September 9, 2026
27. FENS/IBRO-PERC Exchange Fellowships Program 2026
The FENS/IBRO-PERC Exchange Fellowships support short, goal-directed research visits for master’s students, PhD candidates and early postdoctoral neuroscience researchers based in Europe. Awards of up to EUR4,000 can cover economy travel, local transport and accommodation while fellows learn methodologies or techniques unavailable at their home institution. Applicants must secure acceptance from a host laboratory, provide a recommendation from their home laboratory and meet relevant membership requirements. Strong proposals should clearly explain the scientific value of the exchange and how the training will advance the applicant’s current or planned research.
Click here to apply | Deadline: September 15, 2026
28. GELA Prestigious Global Mentorship Programme 2026
The GELA Prestigious Global Mentorship Programme supports young people under 35 who want to improve employability, leadership capacity and global exposure. The three-month programme combines soft-skills development, character and self-image training, international mentorship, certification and possible post-completion internship or job-placement support. It is designed particularly for undergraduates, graduates and young professionals from marginalised or socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds. Applicants should provide thoughtful evidence of their leadership potential, willingness to learn, commitment to diversity and readiness to participate fully in the programme.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 25, 2026
29. SEACAF Research Fellowships on Empowering Academic Freedom in Southeast Asia 2026
The SEACAF Research Fellowships support six early- and mid-career researchers or research teams conducting policy-relevant work on academic freedom in Southeast Asia. Projects may examine neoliberal higher education, develop regional indicators for academic freedom or create participatory training modules. Funding ranges from US$12,000 to US$15,000 per project, alongside mentorship and peer exchange over ten to twelve months. Applicants should hold at least a master’s degree, demonstrate relevant research experience and show a clear connection to academic freedom, higher education or human rights in Southeast Asia.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 20, 2026
30. Ag-SME Bootcamp and Pitch Competition 2026
The Ag-SME Bootcamp and Pitch Competition is a fully sponsored three-day programme for Nigerian agribusiness founders aged 18-35 working in rice, maize or soybean value chains. Participants receive business-development support, investment-readiness training, feedback and access to an ecosystem of finance and advisory partners. Shortlisted entrepreneurs will pitch before a judging panel, and up to eight winners may each receive a catalytic grant of NGN1,000,000. Applicants must be actively operating or building an agribusiness and be available to participate in person.
Click here to apply | Deadline: July 24, 2026
