Top Postdoc Fellowships Open to African Researchers (2026)

OpportunitiesForAfricans · Postdoc · Fully Funded

This fellowship program offers fully funded opportunities to researchers for advanced study at the Paris IAS, providing a monthly stipend of 2,700€.

African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) · Africa · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) Young African Phosphorus Fellowship Award supports early-career scientists in Africa focusing on phosphorus management in agroecosystems with a USD $5,000 grant.

AfterSchoolAfrica · Fully Funded

This is a fully-sponsored residential fellowship in Accra, Ghana for entrepreneurs from Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, and Kenya, focusing on AI startups.

Schmidt Futures (in partnership with the Rhodes Trust) · United States · Postdoc · $110,000 stipend + travel and research support

Schmidt Science Fellows funds early-career PhD scientists worldwide – including from African universities – to undertake a postdoctoral pivot into a new scientific discipline at leading host labs in the US, UK and Europe.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · null · Fully Funded

A US$1 million prize for advancements in mental health science.

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) · Multiple · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships support researchers holding a PhD who wish to carry out their research activities abroad, acquire new skills, and develop their careers in Europe and beyond.

DAAD EPOS · Germany · Postdoc

The grant is intended to support highly qualified scientists and scholars of all disciplines from developing and transition states excluding PR China and India. Candidates are experienced researchers who completed their doctorates less than

DAAD EPOS · Germany · Masters

The International Climate Protection Fellowship supports prospective leaders working academically or practically in climate protection or climate-relevant resource conservation in their home countries - a non-European developing or emerging

DAAD EPOS · Germany · Postdoc

Applicants are highly qualified scientists and scholars from abroad just embarking on their academic careers who completed their doctorates less than 4 years ago. The fellowship gives international candidates from all disciplines the opport

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation · Germany · Postdoctoral · Funded — €2,700-€3,200/month plus additional benefits

The Georg Forster Research Fellowship supports highly qualified researchers from developing and emerging countries to conduct research in Germany, focusing on sustainable development. **Note: This program is currently suspended; a new program design is under development.**

DAAD EPOS · Germany · Postdoc · 2,700 EUR per month for 6 to 24 months, plus additional benefits including mobility allowance, insurance subsidy, travel allowance, initial subsidy, language course, allowances for family members, and research costs for hosts.

The Georg Forster Research Fellowship is for highly qualified scientists and scholars from eligible developing or transition countries (excluding PR China and India) to conduct a long-term research project (6 to 24 months) of their own design in cooperation with an academic host they have chosen at a research institution in Germany. The research must deal with issues of major relevance to the future development of the applicant's home country or region of origin.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam · Netherlands · Masters · Full tuition fee waiver. Can be combined with the NL Scholarship, offering €5,000 or €10,000 for living costs for the first year (limited number available).

The VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP) offers talented prospective non-EU/EEA students the unique opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. VU Amsterdam has committed to providing approximately 1 million euros towards attracting highly motivated and excellent students.

OpportunityDesk Scholarships

This program gives young Black professionals the opportunity to work in Congress and with the Foundation to address social justice and racial equity issues affecting Black communities. It includes two six-month rotations in the U.S. Congres

OpportunityDesk Scholarships · Postdoc · Fully Funded

This program offers short-term research visits to early-career researchers from higher education institutions in various European Neighbourhood countries to support their research and foster collaborations.

OpportunityDesk Scholarships · Postdoc · Fully Funded

Universities of the Coimbra Group offer short-term research visits to Latin American early-career researchers to support their work and foster academic and research collaborations with European institutions.

OpportunityDesk Scholarships · Undergraduate · Fully Funded

This leadership and storytelling program equips African changemakers with skills to shape and reclaim the continent's narrative, drawing inspiration from TED Talks and the West African Griot tradition.

OpportunityDesk Scholarships · Postdoc · Fully Funded

This scholarship enables cultural practitioners from countries on the DAC list to undertake research stays with host institutions, deepening their professional knowledge and fostering international cooperation.

Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) · Australia · Master (Research), PhD · Fully funded — covers tuition, return airfare, monthly stipend, OSHC, establishment allowance, and English-language top-up training.

Prestigious ACIAR fellowship for agricultural scientists from partner countries to pursue Masters by Research or PhD at any Australian university. Eligible African countries: Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Mozambique, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia.

Various · United States · PhD · Fellowships up to $15,000 + travel for ACI conventions

ACI Foundation International Scholarships and Fellowships in US and Canada Universities - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · United States · PhD · Master's/Professional: $20,000; Doctoral: $25,000; Postdoc: $50,000

AUWW currently offers international fellowships for women who want to pursue a masters or doctoral education in the US for the academic year 2022-2023., Post a Comment

P.E.O. Sisterhood · United States · Masters, PhD · Up to $12,500 per year

The P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund awards up to $12,500 per year to selected women from outside the US and Canada – including African nationals – pursuing graduate study at accredited institutions in the US or Canada.

Africa CDC · Multiple · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Kofi Annan Global Health Leadership Programme empowers African public health leaders with advanced skills to strategize, manage, and lead impactful public health programs across the continent. It provides full access to learning resources, covers travel and insurance, and off

Harvard University Program in Islamic Law (PIL) · United States · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Harvard University PIL Research Fellowship supports early-career scholars in Islamic legal studies with a nine-month residential fellowship, providing access to Harvard’s extensive library collections and fostering independent research.

International Studies Association (ISA) · Multiple · Postdoc, PhD, Scholars, Students, Practitioner · Fully Funded

The International Studies Association (ISA) offers various funding opportunities, including Research Workshop Grants, Travel Grants, and a Dissertation Completion Fellowship, supporting scholars, practitioners, and students in international studies to foster collaboration, resear

The American University in Cairo · Egypt · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Swiss Fellowship for Inclusive Development (SFID) supports new graduate students with outstanding academic records who wish to pursue a graduate diploma in public administration or public policy at The American University in Cairo (AUC). This fellowship is highly competitive

Cluster of Excellence “Contestations of the Liberal Script (SCRIPTS)” at Freie Universität Berlin · Germany · PhD · Fully Funded

The Academic Accelerator Fellowship 2026 offers up to 3 fully funded positions for second- or third-year doctoral researchers from underrepresented regions and communities, integrating them into the Berlin Graduate School for Global and Transregional Studies (BGTS) at Freie Unive

Global Health Corps (GHC) · Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Africa Leadership Accelerator Fellowship by Global Health Corps (GHC) empowers young African professionals in non-clinical public health roles. Fellows continue their work while gaining leadership skills, expanding networks, and applying new knowledge directly in their organi

Global Health Corps (GHC) · United States · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Global Health Corps (GHC) U.S. Leadership Accelerator Fellowship is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 cohort. This prestigious program targets early-career, non-clinical public health professionals in the United States to strengthen leadership, drive systemic chang

Harvard University Center for African Studies · United States · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Harvard South Africa Fellowship Program provides exceptional South Africans with the chance to study at Harvard University for up to one year, empowering them to make significant impacts upon their return to South Africa.

Tufts University · United States · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Tufts One Health Fellowship Program 2026 is a fully funded global health leadership opportunity for early- to mid-career professionals from Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Rwanda, hosted by Tufts University in the USA.

Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS) at GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences · Germany · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship 2027 offers a unique opportunity for highly talented mid-career professionals dedicated to sustainable development, hosted by the Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS) in Potsdam, Germany.

Oxford University Medical School · United Kingdom · Fellowship · Partial

The Jill and Herbert Hunt Travelling Scholarship supports Oxford University Medical School graduates for clinical study or research abroad, providing financial aid for travel, accommodation, and research costs.

University of Edinburgh · United Kingdom · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The University of Edinburgh offers Heritage Collections Research Fellowships for postdoctoral scholars in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. This funded residency supports research utilizing the university's extensive heritage collections, including archives, rare books, and

AfterSchoolAfrica

This is a 12-month structured fellowship for high-performing finance professionals across selected African countries.

OpenAI · Multiple · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The OpenAI Safety Fellowship is a pilot program designed to support independent, high-impact research on the safety and alignment of advanced AI systems. Fellows will receive a monthly stipend, compute support, and mentorship.

International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) · Multiple · PhD, Postdoc · Partial

The IBRO Neuroscience Training Grants provide financial support for early-career neuroscientists pursuing PhD or postdoctoral research to attend eligible neuroscience training courses or schools worldwide.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The VVEngage program supports outstanding women in public leadership through a fellowship that includes coaching, training, and networking opportunities. It aims to amplify their impact and accelerate progress in their communities.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · Postdoc · Fully Funded

This fellowship program offers fully funded opportunities to researchers for advanced study at the Paris IAS, providing a monthly stipend of 2,700€.

African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) · Africa · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) Young African Phosphorus Fellowship Award supports early-career scientists in Africa focusing on phosphorus management in agroecosystems with a USD $5,000 grant.

AfterSchoolAfrica · Fully Funded

This is a fully-sponsored residential fellowship in Accra, Ghana for entrepreneurs from Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, and Kenya, focusing on AI startups.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · PhD · Fully Funded

This fully funded postgraduate fellowship program is for young scientists from developing countries to pursue studies at CUI.

DAAD EPOS · Germany · Postdoc

The Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftskolleg Greifswald is awarding up to 6 Alfried Krupp Senior Fellowships and up to 8 Alfried Krupp Junior Fellowships for the academic year 2026/27. The fellowships are for postdoctoral researchers and faculty.

Atlas Corps · United States · Professional · Stipend, health insurance, travel and accommodation support

The Atlas Corps Fellowship places mid-career social-change leaders from Africa and around the world at top US nonprofits for 12–18 months of professional development, leadership training and cross-cultural exchange in Washington, DC and other US cities.

Eisenhower Fellowships · United States · Professional · Fully Funded (travel, accommodation, per diem in the US)

Eisenhower Fellowships brings outstanding mid-career professionals to the United States for fully-funded customized fellowships of 4–7 weeks. African leaders apply through the Global Program and country-specific programs that periodically feature African nations.

The Aspen Institute · United States · Professional · Fully Funded (training, travel, media coaching)

The Aspen New Voices Fellowship is a year-long media and thought-leadership program that amplifies experts from the Global South – with strong representation from African development professionals – through writing, broadcast and public-speaking training.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · Fully Funded

Fully funded travel fellowships for science journalists to attend Kavli Prize Week in Norway.

MIT · United States · Graduate, PhD, Fellowships · Fully Funded

The Kennedy Scholarship program sends British students to study tuition-free at MIT and Harvard University. It aims to honor the legacy of JFK by fostering intellectual endeavor, leadership, and public service among scholars.

University of Cambridge · United Kingdom · PhD · Fully Funded

PhD fellowships for outstanding junior scientists worldwide wishing to pursue a PhD project in basic biomedical research in an internationally leading laboratory.

MIT · United States · Masters · Fully Funded

The MIT Indigenous Language Initiative (MITILI) is a master's program that helps protect endangered languages. The Institute will provide financial support for two graduate fellowships in this program for the next two academic years.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · null · Fully Funded

This fellowship is for East African changemakers and provides a KES 40,000 stipend plus covered travel.

University of Cambridge · United Kingdom · PhD · Fully Funded

Funding for three years to enable students to study for a PhD in occupational or environmental health at a UK university.

MIT · United States · PhD · Fully Funded

The Kavanaugh Translational Fellows Program trains scholars to lead organizations that will bring their research to market. The yearlong fellowship provides time and guidance from MIT mentors to focus exclusively on testing business plans a

MIT · United States · Graduate · Fully Funded

The Legatum Center administers a competitive fellowship program for incoming and current MIT graduate students from all academic disciplines. These fellowships support students who demonstrate the potential to create sustainable, for-profit

DAAD EPOS · Germany · Undergraduate

The Kurt Hansen Fellowship supports teachers, trainee teachers, and students of STEM teaching subjects or pedagogy, for various study-related stays abroad.

DAAD EPOS · Germany · Masters · Fully Funded

The Carl Duisberg fellowship offers individual support to students in the disciplines of human or veterinary medicine or for an MSc or PhD (or equivalent) in medical engineering, applied medical sciences, public health, or data science in G

KAUST Fellowships · Saudi Arabia · Masters · Fully Funded

The KAUST Fellowship is a fully-funded scholarship for admitted Master's students at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). It covers tuition fees, housing, health insurance, and relocation support.

DAAD EPOS · Germany · Masters · Fully Funded

The Jeff Schell Fellowship can be granted to MSc and PhD students from all fields of natural science and data science with fundamental or applied studies with relevance to the crop science industry.

KAUST Fellowships · Saudi Arabia · Masters, PhD · Fully Funded

The KAUST Fellowship covers full tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation, health insurance, and relocation support. It is valued between $70k and $80k per year, allowing students to focus on their studies without financial burden.

OpportunityDesk Scholarships · Other · Fully Funded

This transformative leadership program develops exceptional public servants in Uganda through intensive training and mentorship, cultivating leaders committed to excellence in public service.

McGill University · Canada · Masters, PhD · Fully Funded

Fellowship offering $34,000 for Greek students enrolled at McGill with a first-class CGPA.

EPFL · Switzerland · Undergraduate, Graduate

Open to undergraduate and graduate students, this fellowship provides an opportunity for summer research in Computer Science at ETH Zurich.

EPFL · Switzerland · Graduate

An opportunity for graduate students to research alongside experts on the specific topic of robotics of their choice at ETH Zurich.

EPFL · Switzerland · Postdoc · Partial

This foundation supports researchers and academics of any nationality who develop top research in engineering and environmental sciences.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · Postdoc · Fully Funded

This fellowship program offers fully funded opportunities for researchers at the Paris Institute for Advanced Study, including a monthly stipend of 2,700€. It supports high-level research in humanities and social sciences.

OpportunitiesForAfricans

These fellowships support public health professionals in gaining technical expertise and knowledge in cancer control. While funding details are not specified here, it is implied to be a substantive professional development opportunity.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · PhD · Fully Funded

This program offers funded fellowships to young scientists from developing countries for postgraduate study, supporting scientific research and collaboration.

OpportunitiesForAfricans

A fellowship program for African students interested in peace, security, and development.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · Partial

A fellowship for early-career researchers focusing on phosphorus, with a $5,000 prize.

OpportunitiesForAfricans · Fully Funded

This fully funded fellowship supports early to mid-career women professionals in global health leadership. It aims to empower women in public health.

University of Tokyo · Japan · PhD · Fully Funded

The University of Tokyo Fellowship supports international students pursuing doctoral degrees. It provides a monthly stipend to cover living expenses, and some or all tuition may be exempt.

University of Oxford (Africa-Oxford Initiative - AFOx) · United Kingdom · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The Africa-Oxford Initiative (AFOx) offers visiting fellowships at the University of Oxford for postdoctoral researchers, academics, and professionals from African universities.

Government of Canada (CIHR / NSERC / SSHRC) · Canada · Postdoctoral · Fully Funded

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships, offered by the Government of Canada, provide $70,000 CAD per year for two years to top-tier postdoctoral researchers. This prestigious program supports Canadian and international scholars in health, natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences and humanities, encouraging them to contribute to Canada's research and innovation landscape. Applicants need a recent PhD and institutional endorsement.

African Union Commission · Africa · Masters · Fully Funded

Flagship African Union scholarship funding African master's, PhD and post-doctoral candidates pursuing science, technology and innovation at AU-accredited universities across the continent.

AWARD (CGIAR) · Africa · Fellowship · Fully Funded

Career-development fellowship for African women scientists in agricultural research, providing mentoring, leadership training, science skills and research grants.

African Leadership Institute (AfLI) · Africa / Oxford · Fellowship · Fully Funded

Year-long leadership development programme for outstanding mid-career Africans, including residential modules at Oxford's Saïd Business School.

L'Oréal Foundation & UNESCO · Sub-Saharan Africa · PhD / Postdoctoral · Grant

Research grants for outstanding women scientists from Sub-Saharan Africa pursuing doctoral and post-doctoral research in life and physical sciences.

Columbia Business School · United States · Masters · Partial

The webpage provided appears to be a "Page not found" error, so no information about Columbia Business School Fellowships can be extracted at this time.

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Commonwealth Scholarships UK · United Kingdom · Postdoc · Fully Funded

Commonwealth Professional Fellowships fund African mid-career professionals to spend 3–12 months on a tailored placement with a UK host organisation — building skills, networks and policy influence to take home.

Commonwealth Scholarships UK · United Kingdom · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The Commonwealth Startup Fellowship supports African founders and early-stage tech entrepreneurs to spend time embedded with a UK accelerator or innovation host — building skills, networks and investment readiness.

Chevening · United Kingdom · Masters · Fully Funded

Chevening ASEAN Scholarships are not an African route — see Chevening Scholarships (UK) or Chevening Africa-specific fellowships for fully funded master's options targeted at African leaders.

Schlumberger Foundation · Multiple · PhD, Postdoc · Fully Funded

The Faculty for the Future Fellowships support women from developing and emerging economies to pursue PhD or postdoctoral research in STEM fields, fostering scientific excellence and leadership.

TWAS - The World Academy of Sciences · Multiple · Postdoc · Partial

This fellowship program is no longer active, as indicated by the broken link to the official page. The information provided is based on previous listings of the TWAS President's Fellowships.

Various · United States · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Stanford Biodesign Innovation Fellowship presents an opportunity for innovators to take their careers in health technology to the next level., Post a Comment

Social Science One · Multiple · Postdoc · Not mentioned

Social Science One builds industry-academic partnerships to unlock commercial data for public good research, focusing on social science inquiries.

Various · Botswana · Fellowship · Varies by award

Leadership and Advocacy for Women in Africa Fellowship Program - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · Multiple · PhD · Up to $50,000 per year for PhD/postdoc

Schlumberger Foundation PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship for Women from Developing Countries - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · Online · Fellowship · Stipend + program participation

Al Jazeera Fellowship Program for Journalists and Scholars - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · Ghana · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The MIASA Fellowships is viable for 10 junior or senior researchers at the University of Ghana who are dedicated to sustainable governance., Post a Comment

Various · Africa · Fellowship · Fellowship stipend + program participation

Rockefeller Foundation-Acumen Food Systems Fellowship for Africans - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · United States · Professional Fellowship · 5-week mentorship + travel + stipend in Silicon Valley

US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM - Trainee Programs, Post a Comment

Mastercard Foundation · Africa · Fellowship · Fully Funded

Anzisha Prize – MasterCard Foundation for Entrepreneurial Fellowship for Africans - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · Multiple · PhD · €20,000 grant

International Brain Research Organization Offers €20,000 Grant – Return Home Fellowships for Young Researchers from Less Developed Countries - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · Multiple · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships is an annual program of the MIF that offers 12 months of leadership and technical skills training to Africans., Post a Comment

Various · South Africa · Fellowship · Fully funded fellowship

Open Africa Power Program - Trainee Programs, Post a Comment

Various · Africa · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Acumen Regional Fellows Program offers one-year fully-funded leadership opportunities for West Africans to build the next generation of social leaders., Post a Comment

Various · Africa · Fellowship · Program participation

ISNAD, or the International Support Network for African Development, has developed the Environmental Education Program for Africans., Post a Comment

Rotary Peace Fellowships · United States · Masters, Professional Development Certificate · Fully Funded

The Rotary Peace Fellowships offer fully-funded opportunities for master's degrees and professional development certificates at Rotary Peace Centers worldwide, fostering global peace and development.

World Bank · Multiple · PhD · Paid fellowship + travel

World Bank Africa Fellowship Program - 2019 Cohort -, Post a Comment

Google · United States · PhD · Fully Funded

The Google PhD Fellowship Program provides monetary support up to $30,000 and mentorship to African graduate students currently enrolled in PhD programs., Post a Comment

Various · Benin · PhD · Fully Funded

IsDB-TWAS Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme 2021 for Women in Least Developed Countries | Deadline: July 19, 2021 -, Post a Comment

Various · United States · Masters · Fully funded: 6-week leadership institute at a US university + travel + housing + stipend (non-degree)

The Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) -, Post a Comment

Various · Multiple · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The African Young Women Leaders Fellowship Program is offering a fully-funded 12-month fellowship in New York or at one of UNDP’s regional offices., Post a Comment

UNICEF · Online · Fellowship · Program participation + prizes

The UNICEF Youth Mediathon Young Content Creators Program, in partnership with GIPHY, is geared towards skilled animators aged 15-22., Post a Comment

Various · United States · PhD · $10,000 fellowship

Amelia Earhart Fellowship for Women in PhD Aerospace Engineering - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Nuffic / Orange Knowledge Programme · Benin · Masters · Varies by award

The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes has ushered in beneficial scholarships for Africans and international students through the Orange Knowledge Programme., Post a Comment

Various · Africa · Fellowship · Fellowship + seed funding

Young Water Fellowship Program for Ugandan Social Entrepreneurs - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Aga Khan Foundation · United Kingdom · Masters, PhD · Fully Funded (all university fees, living stipend, and economy airfare)

The Rhodes Scholarships are the oldest and most celebrated international fellowship awards in the world, offering full financial support for outstanding students to pursue graduate degrees at the University of Oxford. Eligible applicants are young students from the United States with exceptional scholarly achievements, character, commitment to others, and leadership potential. The selection process is decentralized, choosing 32 Scholars annually from various institutions across the U.S. territories. This brief focuses on the application process for U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents. Applicants should consult the official website for detailed eligibility, application guidelines, and key dates. Overall, the scholarship seeks to identify and foster future leaders committed to the common good. Applications are reviewed for academic excellence, character, leadership potential, and dedication to serving others, providing a unique opportunity to join a global network of influential alumni and contribute significantly to society.

Various · Angola · Fellowship · Varies by award

Through the Netherlands Fellowship Programs, scholars from Africa and other developing countries can avail of Media and Journalism grants., Post a Comment

Various · Ghana · PhD · Fully Funded

ACLS 2021 African Humanities Program for African Researchers - Fellowship, Post a Comment

DLR / DAAD · Germany · PhD / Postdoc · Fully Funded

Joint DLR–DAAD fellowships for international PhD candidates and postdocs to conduct research at German Aerospace Centre (DLR) institutes in aerospace, energy, transport, and digitalisation.

Apple · Online · Fellowship · Free program + Apple mentorship

The Apple Entrepreneur Camp is open to all female founders and developers interested in stepping up their app development game., Post a Comment

African Union · Ethiopia · Fellowship · Position appointment

African Union - Youth Envoy Application Deadline - May 15 -, Post a Comment

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) · United States · PhD · Fully Funded

The HHMI International Student Research Fellowships supported international predoctoral students studying in the U.S. who were not eligible for federal funding. This program is no longer active.

Various · United Kingdom · Fellowship · Fully Funded

Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · United States · Postdoc, Senior Researcher · Fully Funded

The Getty Scholar program offers fully-funded research grants for established African and international researchers in the arts and social sciences., Post a Comment

Various · Cameroon · Fellowship · Varies by award

African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Fellowship for Women in Climate Change Science - Scholarships by Region, Post a Comment

Various · Burundi · PhD · Fully Funded

Atlas Postdoctoral Fellowship for East African Researchers by Foundation Maison des Sciences de l'Homme - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Institut Pasteur · France · PhD · Fully funded: monthly stipend, travel, insurance, research costs (3 years)

Fully-funded 3-year PhD fellowships in biomedical research at Institut Pasteur, Paris — open to candidates from the Pasteur Network (incl. Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Madagascar, Tunisia, Algeria, Cameroon).

Various · Africa · Fellowship · Summit participation

The African Future Leaders Summit welcomes young ambitious leaders, changemakers, and students who want to start creating their mark in the industries they thrive in., Post a Comment

University of Geneva · Switzerland · Masters · Partial

The University of Geneva offers Excellence Master Fellowships to outstanding students pursuing a Master of Science degree within its Faculty of Science, providing grants of CHF 10,000 to CHF 15,000 per year.

Various · Japan · Professional · Conference + travel funded

Deloitte One Young World Climate Change Scholarship Conference in Japan - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Harvard Kennedy School · United States · Masters · Partial

The Edward S. Mason Program is a one-year Master in Public Administration (MPA) degree program at Harvard Kennedy School for experienced public sector leaders from developing, newly industrialized, and transitional countries.

MIT Sloan School of Management · United States · Masters · Partial

The MIT Sloan School of Management offers various fellowships to support international students pursuing an MBA, aiming to foster a diverse and global learning environment.

Various · Germany · Fellowship · Up to US$100,000 equity-free + mentorship

United Nations World Food Program Digital Innovation Accelerator Program - Trainee Programs, Post a Comment

Various · United States · PhD · Fully Funded

Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program for Graduate and Postgraduate Researchers - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Chevening / UK FCDO · Ethiopia · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Chevening Ethiopia Leadership Fellowship provides a fully-funded opportunity for Ethiopians with demonstrable skills in policy, innovation, and leadership., Post a Comment

Various · United States · Masters · Year-long leadership programme + $10,000 project grant + mentorship

Dalai Lama Fellows Program for Emerging Social Innovators 2022 - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · South Africa · Fellowship · Program participation + mentorship

Ernst and Young South Africa’s Entrepreneurial Winning Women executive leadership program identifies a select group of high-potential South African female entrepreneurs whose businesses show real potential to scale., Post a Comment

Mo Ibrahim Foundation · Africa · Masters · Funded — stipend up to $100,000

12-month fellowships at the African Development Bank, UN Economic Commission for Africa, or International Trade Centre.

Various · France · Fellowship · Fully Funded

Camargo Foundation’s Core Fellowship Program will select 18 people in the field of Arts and Humanities to participate in a residency at Cassis, France., Post a Comment

Google · Multiple · Undergraduate · $10,000 annual scholarship

Women Techmakers Scholars Program by Google Offers $10,000 Annually - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · Kenya · Fellowship · Fellowship award

The Young African Phosphorus Fellowship will be giving out awards worth $5,000 to African researchers working in a NARES institution or African university., Post a Comment

Various · United States · Fellowship · One-year fellowship: networking, training, mentoring, profile-building (no monetary stipend)

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime Resilience Fellowship - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · United States · Masters · Fully Funded

Obama Foundation Fellowship Program 2019 for civic innovators (Fully Funded) -, Post a Comment

Various · Netherlands · Fellowship · Up to €40,000 + incubation

Orange Corners Incubation Program Offers 40,000 Euros in Business Funding for Nigerian Entrepreneurs - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · United States · PhD · Fully Funded

Cornell University Fellowships for African PhD Students - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · Ghana · PhD · Doctoral fellowship stipend

Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa – Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · South Africa · PhD · Fully Funded

STIAS Iso Lomso Fellowships for Early Career African Researchers 2022 - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · Ethiopia · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Western Union Foundation Fellowship is a program for young entrepreneurs and community leaders in Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, and other countries., Post a Comment

Various · United States · Fellowship · $75,000 stipend + tuition + travel for a 9-month Columbia Journalism School fellowship

Knight—Bagehot Fellowship in Economics and Business Journalism – Study at Columbia University - Scholarships by Region, Post a Comment

Various · United States · Postdoc · Fully Funded

Mitacs Elevate Fellowship Program for Postdoctoral Students - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Scholarships · Saudi Arabia · Undergraduate, Masters, PhD, Postdoc · Fully Funded

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) offers a range of fully-funded scholarship programs for undergraduate, master's, PhD, and post-doctoral studies to foster human capital development in its member countries and Muslim communities in non-member countries.

Various · Ghana · Masters · $100,000 prize

Get a Chance to Win $100,000 Through The Africa Food Prize - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · United States · Fellowship · Fully funded: 6-month placement at a US news organisation, $2,500 monthly stipend, travel, housing, training

The Alfred Friendly Press Partners Fellowship invites print, broadcast, and online journalists from developing countries for an annual program., Post a Comment

Various · United States · Fellowship · Fully Funded

The Mandela Washington Fellowship will bring up to 700 Sub-Saharan African leaders to the United States for a program that is designed to build skills and empower., Post a Comment

Various · Africa · Fellowship · Fully funded masterclass

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has kicked off its eTrade for Women Masterclass initiative to help women entrepreneurs in East Africa., Post a Comment

Various · Germany · Postdoc · Award (€60,000) + research stay

Six Georg Forster Research Awards are available for students from developing countries interested to study in Germany., Post a Comment

Various · Multiple · Fellowship · Fellowship stipend

A Social Finance Program Fellowship for Insurance and Financial Services professionals will feature individuals from Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia., Post a Comment

Various · Germany · PhD · Research grant (up to ~€500,000)

Volkswagen Stiftung Knowledge for Tomorrow – Cooperative Research Projects in Sub-Saharan Africa - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · South Africa · Masters · Fully Funded

Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students - Fellowship, Post a Comment

Various · United States · PhD · Fully Funded

The Facebook Fellowship Program offers promising doctoral students two years of paid tuition fees, a $42,000 annual stipend, and a paid visit to Facebook headquarters., Post a Comment

Allan Gray Orbis Foundation · South Africa · Undergraduate · Fully funded

Full undergraduate scholarship at top South African universities for emerging entrepreneurs from Southern Africa.

NYU Wagner · United States · Masters · Fully Funded, Partial

NYU Wagner offers named fellowships for outstanding students pursuing master's degrees, recognizing strong academic records, professional experience, and a commitment to public service. Fellowships offer full or half-tuition scholarships, stipends, and professional development.

U.S. Department of State · United States · Professional Development · Fully Funded

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program enhances leadership among international professionals to address local and global challenges, fostering change through academic study and professional development with U.S. counterparts.

DAAD EPOS · Germany · PhD, Postdoc · Monthly scholarship payments of 1,400 Euros; payments towards health, accident, and personal liability insurance; travel allowance; research allowance of 460 Euros (for funding > 6 months). Additional benefits include rent subsidy, family allowance, disability support, Green Mobility Top Up, and language course support.

The DAAD EPOS Research Grants offer international doctoral students and early post-doctoral researchers the opportunity to conduct a research project in Germany. This grant supports research stays at German universities or non-university research institutes, fostering academic collaboration and excellence. It offers comprehensive financial and practical support, including monthly stipends, insurance, travel allowances, and additional benefits for longer stays or specific needs. Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria regarding the start or completion date of their doctorate and their residency in Germany. The application process is online and requires detailed documentation, including a research proposal, motivations, and recommendations, all evaluated by an independent selection committee based on academic qualification, research project quality, and applicant potential. Applications for funding must begin in 2026. Official deadlines are updated annually on the DAAD website, and early application is highly recommended.

UCLA · United States · Masters, PhD · Partial / Fully Funded

UCLA’s Graduate Division curates fellowships, assistantships, and resources open to international master’s and PhD students. Funding is assembled from campus awards, departmental support, and external scholarships. Deadlines and eligibility vary—verify on UCLA’s site.

University of Texas at Austin · United States · Masters, PhD · Partial to Fully Funded. Funding packages vary and may include stipends, tuition waivers, and health insurance benefits.

UT Austin offers a robust ecosystem of Graduate School, college/departmental, and external fellowships for master’s and PhD students. Many are open to international applicants, including from Africa. Benefits and deadlines vary by program—verify details with your target department.

Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) · Germany · Masters / PhD / Postdoc · Fully Funded

Germany's national agency for academic exchange offers a wide range of fully-funded scholarships for international students and researchers, including dedicated programs for African scholars.

Various · United States · PhD · Fully Funded

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HKUST Postgraduate Scholarships (PhD Fellowship Scheme) · Hong Kong · PhD · Fully Funded

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) offers comprehensive scholarships for international PhD students, including the prestigious Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, the Postgraduate Studentship, and the RedBird PhD Award Program. These schemes provide substantial financial support covering tuition fees, living costs, and research allowances.

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme · Hong Kong · PhD · Fully Funded

The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme attracts top global talent to pursue fully-funded doctoral studies at leading universities in Hong Kong, offering substantial financial support and research allowances.

Coimbra Group Scholarships · Belgium · Postdoc · Unknown

The Coimbra Group offers scholarships to early-career African researchers for short-term research stays at Coimbra Group universities.

Various · South Africa · Fellowship · Program participation

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International House, UC Berkeley · United States · PhD · Partial

Room and board scholarship at the International House at UC Berkeley for incoming international PhD students.

UC Berkeley Center for African Studies · United States · PhD · Partial

Dissertation research fellowship for UC Berkeley doctoral students conducting research on or in Africa.

Various · Africa · Fellowship · Paid graduate program

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EPFL · Switzerland · Masters · Partial

EPFL offers a limited number of excellence fellowships to outstanding Master’s students, providing financial support and guaranteed housing to those who demonstrate remarkable academic results and extracurricular involvement.

Various · Egypt · Masters · Fully Funded

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Stanford Graduate School of Business · United States · Masters · Fully Funded

Comprehensive guide to the Stanford Africa MBA Fellowship: benefits, eligibility, documents, how to apply, timelines tied to Stanford GSB’s MBA cycle, selection criteria, and practical tips. The official page is currently inactive—verify current details with GSB.

Various · United Arab Emirates · PhD · Varies by award

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Various · United Arab Emirates · PhD · Varies by award

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AIMS — Next Einstein Forum (Structured Masters) · Africa · postgraduate · fully funded (stipend of 10,000 euros, accommodation, and travel expenses)

The Einstein Fellowship supports outstanding young thinkers, under 35 years old, who wish to pursue a project in a different discipline, following Albert Einstein's example. This fully funded six-month fellowship includes accommodation in Einstein’s summerhouse in Caputh, Germany, a stipend of 10,000 euros, and travel expense reimbursement.

Volkswagen Foundation · Africa · Postdoctoral · Funded

Postdoctoral fellowships funding research stays at African and German institutions for sub-Saharan African scholars.

Various · Canada · Fellowship · Fellowship participation + travel

The TED Fellows Program offers a global platform for emerging leaders to amplify their impact through skill-building, exposure, and community-building, focusing on individuals who are actively solving humanity's challenges.

Institute of International Education / Carnegie Corporation · Africa · Faculty fellowship · Funded — stipend + travel

The Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP) provided fellowships for educational projects at African higher education institutions. The program is now in its final phase, focusing on strengthening its alumni community and incubating a new entity for future collaboration.

OpportunityDesk Scholarships · Multiple · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme offers short-term research visits (1–3 months maximum) to African early-career researchers from higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. The programme supports these scholars in continuing research related to their work at their home institution while fostering academic and research collaborations with scientists and institutions based in Europe. The deadline for applications is May 10, 2026.

Rice University · United States · Masters, PhD · Fully Funded for most PhD students, including tuition waiver, stipend, and health insurance subsidy. Funding for Master's programs is limited and varies by department.

Rice University offers comprehensive, fully-funded fellowship packages for the majority of its PhD students, covering full tuition, a generous living stipend, and health insurance. Applicants are automatically considered for funding upon admission to their program.

OpportunityDesk Scholarships · Africa · Undergraduate · Fully Funded

Applications are invited for the Young and Emerging Leaders Project (YELP) 2026. The Young and Emerging Leaders Project (YELP) is a fellowship program of the LéO Africa Institute that inducts young thought leaders into a fellowship program of six months. The fellowship brings together young, dynamic and influential thought leaders from East Africa to train and orient them for leadership focused on shaping the next generation of leaders in East Africa.

The Africa-America Institute · United States · Fellowship, Graduate · Varies

The Africa-America Institute (AAI) is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that supports higher education, leadership development, and professional advancement for Africans through scholarships, fellowships, training, conferences, and alumni engagement.

Echoing Green · United States · Fellowship · Fully Funded: Provides an 100,000 USD stipend over 18 months, alongside leadership development, wellness support, and access to a lifelong network of experts and peers.

The Echoing Green Fellowship for Social Entrepreneurs is a full-time program designed to identify and support leaders who are developing solutions to significant global problems.

McGill University · Canada · Masters · Partial funding

The Delta Kappa Gamma World Fellowship provides partial funding for international students pursuing Masters-level degrees at McGill University. Due to website access issues, detailed eligibility, specific funding amounts, and application procedures were not fully available. Applicants are advised to consult the official McGill University funding page for comprehensive and up-to-date information regarding this scholarship opportunity. This fellowship aims to support international students in their academic pursuits in Canada. While the exact benefits are not detailed, partial funding can substantially alleviate financial burdens for successful candidates. Key dates, including application deadlines, are also not specified and must be verified on the official portal. Selection criteria typically encompass academic merit and leadership qualities. Prospective applicants should prepare all common application documents in advance, regularly check for updates on the official website, and ensure all submissions are accurate and timely. For full details and to address any access issues, please visit the official McGill University Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies funding page.

Bayer Foundation · Multiple · Doctoral · Partial

The official page for Bayer Foundation Fellowships was not found. Please note that the information below is an estimation based on typical fellowship programs offered by similar foundations and may not reflect the actual details of the Bayer Foundation Fellowships.

American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) · Multiple · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The African Humanities Program (AHP) funded early-career scholars in the humanities in Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda. It supported research, knowledge production, and scholarly networks. The program is no longer active, but its successor, the African Humanities Association, continues its legacy.

Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania · United States · Masters · Partial

The official page for Wharton MBA Fellowships was not found. This brief provides general information about MBA fellowships at Wharton, based on common practices and available related information on their website.

Yale University · United States · Masters · Fully Funded

The Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs offers financial aid to Master of Public Policy (MPP) students, aiming to make their program accessible to all admitted students regardless of financial background.

Columbia University SIPA · United States · Masters · Partial

The Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) offers various scholarships and fellowships to support its graduate students. While specific details for an "International Fellows Program" are not directly available, SIPA aims to provide financial assistance to a diverse student body.

The Pew Charitable Trusts · United States · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The Pew Latin American Fellows Program in the Biomedical Sciences supports young scientists from Latin America for postdoctoral training in the United States, fostering scientific exchange and collaboration.

Yale University · United States · Professional Development · Fully Funded

The Yale World Fellows Program is a fully-funded leadership development program for rising global leaders from diverse professions and countries (excluding the US). Fellows engage in an intensive four-month program at Yale University, focusing on intellectual growth, global connectivity, and impactful leadership.

AAUW · Multiple · Masters, PhD, Postdoc · Partial

The AAUW International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research in the United States to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Columbia University SIPA · United States · Masters · Partial to full funding available through a variety of scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships. Applicants should search the school's external funding database for specific opportunities.

This scholarship brief aims to provide prospective African and international students with information regarding fellowship opportunities for programs in Public Policy and Administration at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA).

Joint Japan World Bank · Multiple · Postdoc · Fully Funded

The Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program is for aspiring development economics researchers from developing countries, providing an 8-month fellowship at the World Bank in Washington, D.C., working with World Bank research economists on policy-relevant research. The program offers professional experience, capacity building, and research dissemination opportunities, and is fully funded. However, the program is currently not accepting applications as of July 16, 2024. For future consideration, candidates should regularly check the official World Bank Scholarships website for updates.