Research Funding in Africa

Many African students don’t realise just how transformative travel grants can be. They’re not just about getting to a place: such grants open doors to presenting your research, networking with peers and experts, accessing resources (libraries, archives, labs), and participating in capacity-building workshops or training. If you’re a master’s or early-career student in Africa, travel […]

Pursuing a master’s degree in Africa is exciting, but funding your research, tuition, or living expenses can be a hurdle. The good news? Numerous organisations support master’s students across the continent with scholarships and grants. Below are six solid options to explore, what they fund, and tips to boost your chances of success. Let’s dive

For PhD students, presenting at academic conferences is a pivotal step in their scholarly journey. Conferences offer a platform to share research findings, network with peers and experts, and gain critical feedback that refines their work. For African PhD students, however, financial constraints often pose a significant barrier to attending these valuable events. With many

Pursuing a PhD is a transformative endeavor that equips scholars with the skills to drive innovation, policy, and sustainable development. For African students, however, financial barriers often hinder access to advanced research training, exacerbating brain drain and limiting contributions to continent-specific challenges like climate change, health disparities, and technological advancement. In a region where only

As part of our continuing Research Funding in Africa series, today we will introduce the National Research Fund Kenya.  National Research Fund Kenya In recent years, the importance of research and innovation in driving sustainable development has become increasingly clear, not only for global economies but also for emerging nations like Kenya. At the forefront

As part of our continuing Research Funding in Africa series, today we introduce the Africa Research Excellence Fund.  Africa Research Excellence Fund The Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) is an ambitious initiative aimed at strengthening scientific research and innovation across Africa by supporting early-career researchers and creating a robust environment for world-class research. Launched in

Continuing with our Research Funding in Africa series, today we will introduce the L’Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science program.  L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Program The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science program is a global initiative that has been making a significant impact in the world of scientific research and gender equality since its inception

Today, we’re excited to begin a series of blog articles, Research Funding in Africa, that details some grants on offer for African researchers. We begin our series with the Economic and Social Research Foundation Tanzania (ESRF).  Economic and Social Research Foundation Tanzania: Small Grants Initiative for Capacity Development on Impact Evaluation Research The ESRF is