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AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers

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

Grants of up to EUR 3,000 from the African-German Network of Excellence in Science for junior researchers to spend research time at another African institution.

Provider
African-German Network of Excellence in Science (AGNES)
Host country
Multiple
Deadline
Annual — recent calls closed 30 November
Region
Africa

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
This grant is for young male and female doctoral students from sub-Saharan African countries who wish to undertake 1-2 month research stays at a university/research institute in another sub-Saharan African country, collaborating with an experienced researcher in all fields of science.
Funding
Partial Funding
Study level
PhD, Postdoctoral
Deadline
Annual — recent calls closed 30 November

Key eligibility criteria

  • This grant is for young male and female doctoral students from sub-Saharan African countries who wish to undertake 1-2 month research stays at a university/research institute in another sub-Saharan African country, collaborating with an experienced researcher in all fields of science.

Recorded funding information

  • Partial Funding

About the AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers (2026)

## Overview AGNES, the African-German Network of Excellence in Science, offers Intra-Africa Mobility Grants funded by Germany's BMZ with support from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. Grants let junior researchers based in sub-Saharan Africa carry out part of their work at a host institution in another African country. A dedicated stream supports women researchers. ## What it covers Up to EUR 3,000 towards travel, accommodation and research costs during the mobility period. ## How to apply Apply directly to AGNES during the annual call, which has recently closed at the end of November. You need a host institution, a supervisor's support and a clear research plan.

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.

  • Partial Funding

AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers eligibility

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  • This grant is for young male and female doctoral students from sub-Saharan African countries who wish to undertake 1-2 month research stays at a university/research institute in another sub-Saharan African country, collaborating with an experienced researcher in all fields of science.

AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers 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 AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers 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://agnes-h.org/intra-africa-mobility-grant/ 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: This grant is for young male and female doctoral students from sub-Saharan African countries who wish to undertake 1-2 month research stays at a university/research institute in another sub-Saharan African country, collaborating with an experienced researcher in all fields of science.. 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 — recent calls closed 30 November. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: Annual — recent calls closed 30 November. 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 — recent calls closed 30 November

      Provider deadline information: Annual — recent calls closed 30 November. 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 AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers?+

    This grant is for young male and female doctoral students from sub-Saharan African countries who wish to undertake 1-2 month research stays at a university/research institute in another sub-Saharan African country, collaborating with an experienced researcher in all fields of science.

    What funding does the AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers offer?+

    Listed funding: Partial Funding. 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 — recent calls closed 30 November. 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://agnes-h.org/intra-africa-mobility-grant/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: This grant is for young male and female doctoral students from sub-Saharan African countries who wish to undertake 1-2 month research stays at a university/research institute in another sub-Saharan African country, collaborating with an experienced researcher in all fields of science.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Annual — recent calls closed 30 November. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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