South Africa

Call for Proposals: Realizing Health Taxes – Co-Producing Knowledge and Strategies to Implement Health Taxes (2026)

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The Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research is inviting proposals for applied policy and political economy research to accelerate the implementation and expansion of health taxes.

This call aims to fund up to three country teams to conduct real-time policy analysis and strategy co-production that directly supports national-level health tax reform. The focus is not academic theory alone, but actionable insights embedded within ongoing national policy processes.

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TIA Seed Fund Programme: Call for Expressions of Interest – Implementing Partners (2026)

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The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), has issued a Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to appoint Seed Fund Implementing Partners under its Seed Fund Programme (SFP).

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RAIA Call for Proposals: Economics of Climate Change Adaptation in Africa (USD 80,000–120,000 Grants)

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The Raising Adaptation Impact and Ambition (RAIA) project is inviting proposals for country-level research on the economics of climate change adaptation in Africa.

RAIA is a UK Aid-funded initiative under the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)’s Climate Adaptation and Resilience (CLARE) Programme. The project is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in partnership with the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) Africa.

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2026 UNEP Young Champions of the Earth Programme – Global Call for Environmental Innovators (US$10,000 + US$100,000 Opportunity)

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The 2026 UNEP Young Champions of the Earth Programme is now open for applications, offering one of the most prestigious global opportunities for young environmental innovators.

Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), this flagship youth initiative recognises ambitious individuals aged 18–30 who are actively tackling the triple planetary crisis:

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KAY & TEE ENTERTAINMENT AND RECORDS LABEL

Kay and Tee Entertainment and Records Label Youth Owned, Women-inclusive Company is a visionary start-up poised to revolutionize the music and entertainment landscape, to become the premier record label and entertainment hub in Bloemfontein, in the Free State Province, South Africa. Founded in 2023 by industry veteran Thandiwe Acentia Thukani and seasoned business professional Khotso Andrias Mongale, Kay and Tee address a critical void in the region’s music scene by providing state-of-the-art recording facilities, comprehensive artist development, and strategic market access: the severe

Alstom Foundation 2026 Global Call for Community Impact Projects

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The Alstom Foundation 2026 Call for Projects is now open, inviting NGOs to submit high-impact, community-driven initiatives aligned with sustainable development priorities in countries where Alstom operates.

The Foundation funds projects that generate measurable social, environmental, and economic benefits, particularly those improving livelihoods, environmental resilience, access to mobility, and essential services.

The 2026 funding cycle opens on 16 February 2026 and closes on 10 April 2026 (11:59 pm CET).

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LETCOM BONGI BEES

Bongi Bees is a regional beekeeping and honey production business that is also involved in pollination and the development of various products using honey, herbs and wax. Under the leadership of Lulu Letlape , Bongi Bees is responsible for the education of communities about bees, beekeeping and the value of bees for the environment. Through hands on beekeeping  training programs and outreach, Bongi Bees supports local ecosystems while fostering sustainable agriculture.  Current business model for Bongi Bees includes: Beekeeping operations and hive management; honey production and product

SADC TFCA Financing Facility – Third Open Call for Concept Notes (Green Economy Focus)

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The SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA) Financing Facility (TFCA FF) has launched its Third Open Call for Concept Notes, inviting proposals that scale green economy solutions within selected Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) in Southern Africa.

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SWITCH-2-CE in ESA – Call for Projects

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Grant Awards & Technical Assistance for Circular Economy Businesses
Plastics & Packaging | Electronics & E-Waste

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The SWITCH to Circular Economy in East and Southern Africa (SWITCH-2-CE in ESA) is a regional programme co-financed by the European Union (EU) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and jointly implemented by GIZ and Expertise France 

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Leef & Leer Tutoring

Leef & Leer Tutoring is an educational support initiative focused on providing personalised academic tutoring and holistic learner development. The organisation aims to scale its operations by recruiting qualified tutors and expanding its services to include structured life skills workshops and community outreach programmes.

Through integrated academic support and practical skills development, Leef & Leer empowers learners to succeed both in school and in their broader personal development journey.

Leef & Leer Tutoring supports learners across all levels, from primary school through matric, with