Japan
Grassroots Innovation
Machinery and Equipment
Infrastructure Development

Opportunity Type: Grant Funding

Funding Organisation: Government of Japan – Embassy of Japan in Zambia

Funding Amount: Up to JPY 10,000,000 (Approx. USD 66,000)

Project Duration: Up to 12 months

Application Deadline (Cycle 1): 31 March 2026
Application Deadline (Cycle 2): 31 July 2026

Overview

The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) supports community-based development projects aimed at improving human security and socio-economic development at the grassroots level.

The programme funds projects proposed by NGOs, local authorities, educational institutions, and non-profit organisations working to improve community wellbeing. 

Priority Areas

Projects must focus on improving welfare at grassroots level, including:

  • Education
  • Primary healthcare
  • Poverty reduction
  • Support for vulnerable groups
  • Women empowerment
  • Disability inclusion
  • Community development initiatives 

Funding Supports

The programme can fund:

  • Construction of facilities
  • Procurement of equipment and materials
  • Technical training and capacity building
  • Community infrastructure projects 

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include:

  • NGOs
  • Local government bodies
  • Non-profit organisations
  • Educational institutions
  • Medical institutions

Applicants must:

  • Be officially registered
  • Have at least 2 years of experience
  • Demonstrate financial and operational capacity 

Important Dates

Cycle 1

  • Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
  • Shortlist Notification: April 2026
  • Final Approval: Around November 2026

Cycle 2

  • Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
  • Final Approval: Around February 2027 

Why Apply

  • Support grassroots development
  • Improve community infrastructure
  • Empower vulnerable populations
  • Strengthen community services
  • Access international development funding

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