Category: Grants
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COAL Grassroots Accelerated Education Microgrant 2025 | up to ₦2,000,000
Applications are open for the COAL Grassroots Accelerated Education Microgrant 2025. The Custodians of African Literature (COAL) through the Grassroots Accelerated Education Fund invests in community-led initiatives that improve learning outcomes for out-of-school and underserved children in Nigeria. Instead of a handout approach, they co-create solutions with grassroots educators who best understand the needs of their…
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€500–€750 Grant | 2025 MYCP Igniting Impact Micro-Grants Program
€500–€750 Grant | 2025 MYCP Igniting Impact Micro-Grants Program The MYCP Igniting Impact Micro-Grants Programme supports youth-led initiatives addressing global challenges including gender justice, climate mobility, health, and human trafficking. Grants are open to nonprofits, CICs, or active unregistered groups led by youth (under 30) and directly benefiting displaced persons. The Migration Youth & Children…
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Policy Challenge 2025 for Young Nigerians | N2 million Grand Prize
Do you have a bold idea that can foster national unity and strengthen social cohesion in Nigeria? The 2025 Policy Challenge invites the brightest young minds to propose innovative, practical policy reforms that can help bridge divides and build a stronger, more united nation. Nigeria stands at a defining moment in its pursuit of unity, stability, and…
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Federal Government Youth Empowerment Program 2025: How Small Petty Traders Can Access Life-Changing Loans and Grants
In 2025, the Nigerian government, in collaboration with private sector partners and social enterprises, is launching a powerful wave of youth-focused empowerment programs aimed at transforming the lives of petty traders and microentrepreneurs across the country. If you are a young Nigerian selling food by the roadside, operating a mini kiosk in your neighborhood, managing…
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FG YouthCred Financial Empowerment 2025 For Nigerian Youth
Are you a Nigerian youth, employed or a business owner that need a loan/financial Empowerment? If Yes, then this YouthCred loan update is for you. YouthCred is a financial empowerment platform designed to provide young Nigerians with access to responsible credit and financial education. Our mission is to transform Nigeria’s credit culture by equipping youths…
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Future-X Unilever Campus Ambassador (FUCA) Program 2025 for Young Nigerians | NGN90,000 Monthly Stipend
Applications are now open for the 2025 Future-X Unilever Campus Ambassador (FUCA) Program. Unilever Nigeria’s Future-X Unilever Campus Ambassadors Program is providing working experience opportunities for Graduates and Undergraduates alike. Unilever Nigeria is one of the leading Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) companies in Nigeria operating in various sectors including Personal Care and Nutrition. Some of our brands…
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IBRO Neuroscience Training Grants 2025 (International Brain Research Organization)
IBRO Neuroscience Training Grants 2025 (International Brain Research Organization) Specialized teaching and hands-on training experiences are crucial for the career development of neuroscience researchers. The IBRO Neuroscience Training Grants are designed to support these essential opportunities, covering costs directly associated with the attendance of a neuroscience training course, such as course fees, travel and accommodation.…
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Calls for Application: 2025 Ford Foundation JustFilms Grants Program
Calls for Application: 2025 Ford Foundation JustFilms Grants Program Are you a documentary filmmaker passionate about social justice? The Ford Foundation JustFilms Grants Program is now accepting applications for feature-length documentary projects that creatively intersect with critical social justice issues. This is your opportunity to receive substantial funding and global recognition for your work. JustFilms supports artist-driven,…
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Africa No Filter Work Reimagined StoryLab Grant 2025 | up to $3,500
Are you a journalist, content creator or podcaster looking to make an impact? Do you want to shine a light on the future of work in Africa, expose underreported challenges, and drive real change for African workers? Apply for the Africa No Filter Work Reimagined StoryLab Grant 2025. Africa’s workforce is rapidly adapting to the digital…
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GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition 2025 | $160,000 Prize Pool
Applications are open for the GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition 2025. The 2025 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize launches its seventh annual competition in search for Africa’s most promising young co-founders and founders across Africa who have launched businesses across Africa’s agrifood value chain “from seed to fork”. The GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition is an integral part of the…
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WEMA Bank Hackaholics 6.0 Hackathon for Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs |150 Million Naira in Cash Prizes
Applications are now open for the 2025 WEMA Bank Hackaholics 6.0 Hackathon. Hackaholics is Wema Bank’s premier hackathon, designed to bring together the brightest minds in technology, design, and innovation to build groundbreaking digital solutions that address real-world challenges. Join the largest community of problem-solvers, visionaries, creative thinkers and Innovators in Africa, at the annual Hackaholics…
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Call for Applications: Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge 2025
Entries are invited for the Makifaa Lens on Africa Challenge 2025. Makifaa, the African imagery stock dedicated to authentic storytelling, invites photographers to participate in the Lens on Africa Challenge 2025. Submit your best high‑quality photos that capture the modern, diverse and dynamic spirit of Africa from street scenes and portraits to cultural traditions and innovation.…
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2025 APNI Scholar Award Program (African Plant Nutrition Institute)
2025 APNI Scholar Award Program (African Plant Nutrition Institute) The African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) has opened its call for graduate students in Africa to apply for the 2025 edition of the Plant Nutrition Scholar Award program. 2025 APNI Scholar Award Program Summary Value: $2,000 Type: M.Sc., M.Phil. or Ph.D. Award Sponsor: African Plant Nutrition…
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World Trade Organisation (WTO) Young Professionals Programme 2026 | CHF 4,000 salary
Applications are open for the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Young Professionals Programme 2026. The WTO Young Professionals Programme was launched in 2016 as an opportunity for qualified young professionals from developing and least-developed members of the WTO to enhance their knowledge regarding the WTO and international trade issues. The programme aims to attract professionals from members…
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UNESCO-NESTLÉ Youth Impact – Because You Matter Programme 2025 for Young Changemakers | USD 8,500 in Grants
Applications are now open for the UNESCO-NESTLÉ Youth Impact – Because You Matter Programme 2025. YOUTH IMPACT – BECAUSE YOU MATTER – For Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action is an initiative led by UNESCO in collaboration with Nestlé, powered by the Nestlé Youth Entrepreneurship Platform. It seeks to support young people to help their communities…
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Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) Prize for Innovation for Nigerian Startups and Entrepreneurs 2025 | US$220,000 in prizes and all expenses paid
Applications are now open for the 2025 Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) Prize for Innovation. The NSIA Prize for Innovation (NPI), an initiative of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), is designed to empower entrepreneurs and changemakers whose innovative ideas can drive meaningful social and economic impact. Designed to nurture ingenuity and accelerate high-potential ventures, NPI…
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TWAS Presents: 2025 Seed Grant for New African Principal Investigators (SG-NAPI) in Developing Countries
TWAS Presents: 2025 Seed Grant for New African Principal Investigators (SG-NAPI) in Developing Countries The Seed Grant for New African Principal Investigators (SG-NAPI) was established in response to the needs of researchers in developing countries, particularly those attached to institutions that lack appropriate research facilities. Under this scheme, grants can be awarded for research projects…
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UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women Education | $50,000
The UNESCO Prize for Girls and Women is an annual $50,000 award aimed at improving and promoting the educational prospects of girls and women and in turn, the quality of their lives. The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education honours outstanding and innovative contributions made by individuals, institutions, and organizations to advance girls’ and women’s…
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2025 Boys Without Borders Chidera Anushiem Undergraduate Essay Competition
Boys Without Borders, Nigeria (BWBNG) is excited to announce the second edition of the Chidera Anushiem Essay Competition, inviting submissions from eligible participants. This annual event is held in honor of the International Day of the Boy-Child, reflecting the organization’s commitment to empowering boys and addressing issues affecting their development. The competition focuses on the…
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2025 Google Conference Scholarships
2025 Google Conference Scholarships At Google, we believe a diversity of attributes, experiences, and perspectives are needed to build tools that can change the world. We also believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to pursue connections in the industry, networking with peers, and a career path in technology. To help break down the barriers that…
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UNICEF Venture Fund Calls for Innovative Start-ups Empowering Women And Girls | Up to $100K
The UNICEF Venture Fund is on a mission to transform healthcare and socio-economic opportunities for women and girls through technology. By seeking applications from early-stage, for-profit startups, the Fund aims to support innovative solutions that enhance access to quality healthcare services and promote the active participation of women and girls in society Startups globally are…
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2025 Microsoft and Seattle Foundation Scholarship for International Students
2025 Microsoft and Seattle Foundation Scholarship for International Students The Women at Microsoft Employee Resource Group with the Seattle Foundation have established a scholarship program to assist women (self-identifying) students who plan to continue their education in college or vocational school programs pursuing an area of study related to technology, engineering, math, or computer science.…
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TractionBoost Accelerator Program 2025 | up to $5,000
Applications for the TractionBoost Accelerator Program 2025. The TractionBoost Accelerator is a 2-month program designed for early-stage startups that need product testing and customer acquisition support. It helps startups build traction and attract pre-seed funding. The program offers tailored mentorship, milestone-driven funding between $2,000 and $5,000 USD, and access to industry-leading resources. The focus is on…
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Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship 2025/2026 for young emerging African Leaders | Fully Funded to London, UK & £2,365 monthly stipend
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Chatham House Mo Ibrahim Foundation Academy Fellowship. This fellowship is a joint initiative with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation. It offers candidates at the early-to-mid-stage of their career the opportunity to spend ten months at Chatham House working on an individual research project of their choosing. Fellows take part in the core work of…
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WISE Edtech Accelerator 2025-2026 | $50,000-worth of support
Applications are open for the WISE Edtech Accelerator 2025-2026. For over six years, WISE has supported edtech founders from around the world scale innovative solutions to key challenges within the world of education. Each year, they deliver a bespoke program aimed at supporting startup growth through one-to-one coaching, masterclasses with industry experts, as well as access…
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Ban Ki-moon Global Citizen Scholarship Program 2025 for Young Africans | $500 seed grant
The Global Citizen Scholarship Program empowers young, active global citizen leaders who are engaged in the SDGs and may otherwise not have access to valuable educational opportunities, networking experiences, and peer-to-peer exchange. The Scholarship includes the opportunity to attend specialized academic training, join international fora, network with high-level changemakers, attend expert skills trainings and workshops…
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Call for Applications: 2025 WARC Travel Grant for African Scholars and Graduate Students
Call for Applications: 2025 WARC Travel Grant for African Scholars and Graduate Students The West Africa Research Center (WARC) Travel Grant aims to foster intra-African academic collaboration by supporting West African scholars and graduate students in conducting research visits across the continent. It provides funding to cover travel costs (up to $1,500) and a stipend…
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Adeola Oyinlade & Co National Essay Competition 2025
Apply to the Adeola Oyinlade & Co. National Essay Competition 2025! The 2025 Adeola Oyinlade & Co National Essay Competition welcomes law students in Nigeria to demonstrate their legal skills and discuss tax reforms. The winners will receive cash, internships, and publication chances. This contest asks competitors to examine taxation and development in Nigeria, with…
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Call for Applications: The Leader of Africa Institute Grant Writing and Funding (GWF) Program 2025
The Grant Writing and Funding Program is a flagship program of the Leaders of Africa Institute. The program builds on the curriculum of the Institute’s award-winning Research Methods Program by offering personalized mentorship, stakeholder and resource mobilization skills, rigorous and advanced grant writing instruction, and a supportive international research community The program is open to…
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The 2025 Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize for emerging young Leaders | USD 10,000 Monetary Prize and Fully Funded to the Athens
The Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize for 2025 is now accepting applications. The Kofi Annan Foundation and the Democracy and Culture Foundation are seeking nominations for the third edition of the Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Award. The Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize aims to: Recognize exceptional intellectual and/or “in action” leadership shown by a young…