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World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ) 2025

The World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ) 2025 will take place from 1-5 December 2025 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, South Africa, under the theme “Science journalism and social justice: journalism that builds understanding and resilience”. The conference will

Joint Canada–Israel Health Research Program (JCIHRP) Phase II – 2025/2026 Call for Proposals

The Joint Canada–Israel Health Research Program Phase II, backed by the Azrieli Foundation, Canada’s International Development Research Center (IDRC), Israel Science Foundation (ISF), and Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), supports world-class, collaborative research projects at the

AU–EU Youth Action Lab Grants (2025/2026 Second Cohort) – Funding for Youth-Led Solutions

The Call for Proposals for the #AUEUYouthActionLab Grants (Second Cohort) is officially LIVE! Do you have a bold, youth-led idea that can drive change across Africa and Europe? This is your chance to receive funding, mentorship, and a platform to amplify your impact. The AU–EU Youth Action Lab

LEAP-SE 2026 Call for AU-EU Collaborative Research and Innovation Projects on Sustainable Energy

Sustainable Energy (SE) development is crucial for Africa and Europe’s green energy transition, enabling them to tackle the global challenge of climate change. Providing reliable and clean energy access to millions of people worldwide is necessary. To this end, the Long-Term Joint EU-AU Research and

Call for Applications: Grants for African Researchers (Research Grants of up to USD 35,000 awarded)

Are you passionate about enhancing school leadership to promote educational quality, equity, and system resilience across Africa? ACSL is offering up to $15,000 for Descriptive Action Research and $35,000 for Comparative Action Research to support the generation of high-quality, context-specific

2025 AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers

The 2025 AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants, supported by the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (AvH), enable doctoral candidates from sub-Saharan African countries to undertake research stays (1-2 months) at universities or

IAAE Summit - Century City

The IAAE Summit - Century City takes place on 19 June 2026, with registration starting at 08:00 and the summit running until 16:00. Entry is free, welcoming entrepreneurs and SMMEs from the Western Cape to a full day of practical business insights, compliance support, and networking. As part of a

IAAE Summit - Mbombela

The IAAE Summit at Mbombela is scheduled for 22 May 2026, with registration opening at 08:00 and the programme running until 16:00. Entry is free, providing local entrepreneurs and SMMEs with direct access to advanced business strategies and market opportunities. Part of a national series, this

IAAE Summit - Kimberley

The IAAE Summit - Kimberley, taking place on 24 April 2026 with registration starting at 08:00 and sessions running until 16:00, offers free entry to entrepreneurs and SMMEs seeking practical growth tools and market access. This summit forms part of a national series focused on unlocking business

IAAE Summit - Bloemfontein

The IAAE Summit - Bloemfontein takes place on 27 March 2026, with registration opening at 08:00 and the event running until 16:00. Attendance is free of charge, making this a key occasion for entrepreneurs and SMMEs in the region to fast-track their business growth and market access. As one in a

IAAE Summit - East London

The IAAE Summit - East London forms part of a national series dedicated to equipping South African entrepreneurs and SMMEs with the practical tools and strategies to grow sustainable businesses. Over 12 months, nine summits will unpack the Business Model Canvas pillar by pillar, from Value

IKI Small Grants - International Climate Initiative: Support for Local Climate and Biodiversity Action

The IKI Small Grants programme, part of Germany’s International Climate Initiative (IKI), provides targeted support to local, national, and regional organisations in ODA-eligible countries to implement impactful climate and biodiversity projects. Funding ranges from €60,000 to €200,000 per project