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Africa-wide AgriGHG Research & Innovation Symposium (AWIS 2027)

Advancing low-emission, climate-resilient agriculture through African research, innovation and collaboration. The Africa-wide AgriGHG Research & Innovation Symposium (AWIS 2027) will bring together researchers, innovators, policymakers, industry leaders, investors and development partners to advance

Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund: Sixth Grant Round 2026

The Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund (CIEIF) invites applications from innovative investigators and organisations worldwide developing climate intervention technologies that are approaching small-scale field testing. The Fund provides grants to support independent environmental impact

‘Proof of Market’ to Improve Valorisation and Commercialisation of Horizon-Generated R&I Results

Call reference: HORIZON-CL4-2027-01-MAT-PROD-49 Overview Horizon Europe invites applications from small consortia, including spin-offs, start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to explore the commercial potential of research and innovation results generated through ongoing or

Valorising Horizon Project Results via Innovation Ecosystems

Call reference: HORIZON-BRIDGING-2027-06-02 Horizon Europe invites proposals from organisations and consortia operating within innovation ecosystems to accelerate the commercialisation and market uptake of promising research results from Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe projects. The call aims to

Green Value Chain Development for Job Creation Programme: Expression of Interest for Botswana’s Green Businesses

The Green Value Chain Development for Job Creation Programme, implemented by the International Trade Centre (ITC) and financed by the European Union (EU), invites expressions of interest from businesses and other actors operating in Botswana’s horticulture and ecotourism sectors. The programme seeks

Request for Proposals: Consultancy to Address Policy, Regulatory and Interoperability Barriers to Digital Market Access in Six African Countries

The Smart Africa Secretariat invites qualified consulting firms to submit proposals for an assignment examining and addressing policy, regulatory, institutional and technical barriers that prevent young people, particularly young women and youth-led enterprises, from participating in domestic and

Request for Proposals: Digital Market and Digital Skills Gap Assessment Across the SAMA Countries

The Smart Africa Secretariat invites qualified consultancy firms to submit proposals for a multi-country assessment of digital market opportunities and digital skills gaps across six countries participating in the Smart Africa Markets for All (SAMA) Programme. The assignment will generate evidence

AI and Intellectual Property in Africa (AIPA 2026): Co-Creating Research for Policy and Practical Strategies in Community-Oriented AI Innovations

The AI and Intellectual Property in Africa (AIPA 2026) Co-Creation Workshop is a two-day event bringing together researchers, innovators, legal professionals, policymakers and community stakeholders to examine the relationship between artificial intelligence (AI), intellectual property (IP), data

IFAMR Call for Papers 2026: Farmers’ Organizations and Green Agricultural Technology Adoption for Inclusive Development of Agri-food Systems

The International Food and Agribusiness Management Review (IFAMR) invites researchers and practitioners to submit papers for a special issue examining how farmers’ organizations facilitate the adoption of green agricultural technologies and contribute to inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri

RICH Hub Climate AI Innovation – Expression of Interest

The Research & Innovation for Climate (RICH) Hub is inviting African climate AI innovators, researchers, startups, organisations and solution developers to express their interest in joining its pipeline of innovations addressing climate resilience across Africa. The initiative seeks to identify

CLP Future Conservationist Award 2027

The Conservation Leadership Programme (CLP) Future Conservationist Award 2027 supports early-career conservationists leading practical projects to protect threatened species, conserve biodiversity and improve the management of important habitats. The annual award provides funding, training

Commonwealth Foundation Open Grants Call 2026–2027

The Commonwealth Foundation Open Grants Call 2026–2027 supports civil society organisations, grassroots communities and creative actors working to advance meaningful social, cultural and political change across eligible Commonwealth countries. The programme funds projects that influence public