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Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP)

Last verified 31 August 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

A University of Pretoria leadership programme for mid-career African researchers, developing collective leadership, team building and public engagement skills.

Provider
University of Pretoria / Global Young Academy
Host country
South Africa
Deadline
Annual — see the ASLP site for the current call
Region
Africa

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Early- to mid-career researchers who are African nationals based at African institutions, typically 5–15 years past their PhD, with a record of research and a commitment to building research teams on the continent.
Funding
Fully Funded
Study level
Postdoctoral, Professional
Deadline
Annual — see the ASLP site for the current call

Key eligibility criteria

  • Early- to mid-career researchers who are African nationals based at African institutions, typically 5–15 years past their PhD, with a record of research and a commitment to building research teams on the continent.

Recorded funding information

  • Fully Funded

About the Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) (2026)

## Overview The Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) is an initiative of the University of Pretoria with the Global Young Academy, funded by the Robert Bosch Stiftung. It develops mid-career African academics across the sciences, engineering, social sciences, arts and humanities as leaders of research teams and agendas. ## What it covers Participation in residential workshops in Pretoria, coaching, and membership of a continent-wide network of research leaders. Travel and accommodation for selected participants are covered by the programme. ## How to apply Watch the ASLP website for the annual call. Applicants submit a CV, motivation and a statement on the leadership challenge they want to address.

Funding information

The funding information below is recorded in this listing; it does not establish additional covered components. Check amounts, caps, exclusions and conditions on the official source.

  • Fully Funded

Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) eligibility

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  • Early- to mid-career researchers who are African nationals based at African institutions, typically 5–15 years past their PhD, with a record of research and a commitment to building research teams on the continent.

Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) document information

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.

    How to apply for the Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://www.aslp.science/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Early- to mid-career researchers who are African nationals based at African institutions, typically 5–15 years past their PhD, with a record of research and a commitment to building research teams on the continent.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: Annual — see the ASLP site for the current call. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: Annual — see the ASLP site for the current call. This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

      Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.

    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

      If the provider requires tests or documents that take time, plan for them using its published instructions.

    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

      If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.

    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Provider deadline
      Annual — see the ASLP site for the current call

      Provider deadline information: Annual — see the ASLP site for the current call. Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP)?+

    Early- to mid-career researchers who are African nationals based at African institutions, typically 5–15 years past their PhD, with a record of research and a commitment to building research teams on the continent.

    What funding does the Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) offer?+

    Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: Annual — see the ASLP site for the current call. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://www.aslp.science/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Early- to mid-career researchers who are African nationals based at African institutions, typically 5–15 years past their PhD, with a record of research and a commitment to building research teams on the continent.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Annual — see the ASLP site for the current call. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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