The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) was launched by President of the United States Barack Obama as a signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders. With more than 60% of its population below the age of 35, Africa is quickly becoming home to the world’s largest nu
Deadline: May 12, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
Each year, the Abu Dhabi Government offers the Zayed Future Energy Prize, the total Prize fund of US $3 million for Entrepreneurs to celebrates achievements that reflect impact, innovation, long-term vision and leadership in renewable energy and sustainability. The Prize fund comes from the Abu D
Deadline: May 23, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
Through ‘Changemakers for the Planet’ they connect, support and amplify the work and voices of hundreds of young changemakers, activists and innovators from all regions of the world who address the planetary crisis. The programme includes: Summit: The programme in each regi
Deadline: May 22, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
On the occasion of the Zero Discrimination Day celebrated globally on 1 March 2023, and to launch the start of Racial Justice Month, part of OHCHR’s year-long commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR)
Deadline: May 15, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
Launched together by Falling Walls Female Science Talents and the Elsevier Foundation, the Women Breakthrough Award distinguishes three women scientists each year who conduct visionary research while also engaging with issues of gender equity and equality in science. With the Women Breakthrough A
Deadline: May 31, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
The AU Innovating Education in Africa Call invites innovators to propose new and practical education innovations with the potential for sustainability, scalability, and replication on a wide scale. They are looking to mobilize continental education innovators to rethink solutions that will help addr
Deadline: June 30, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
Are you ready to create innovative solutions to address the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Africa? Then SwitchCon Battlefield 2023 is the competition for you! SwitchCon Battlefield is an exciting competition for students that showcases their innovative ideas and entrepreneurial s
Deadline: June 17, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
The Internet Society Foundation’s Research Program supports global research collaborations that advance understanding of the Internet and its value for all. Statements of interest and subsequent proposals should address topics related to one of the following thematic areas:
Deadline: May 31, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
If you are an African entrepreneur creating a solution to a health product distribution challenge in Africa, we invite you to apply for the 2023 cohort. You stand the chance of receiving a $50,000 grant as well as access to leading donors, industry and institutional players who will support introduc
Deadline: May 22, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
On behalf of the National Participant Network, the GBIF Secretariat is pleased to invite nominations for the 2023 Graduate Researcher Award . This annual program aims to encourage and recognize innovative research and discoveries in biodiversity informatics made by graduate students w
Deadline: May 19, 2023 Posted: May 8, 2023
The Office of the Youth Envoy, in collaboration with Google Africa, is excited to invite you to participate in the Digital Skills Campaign for youth-led SMEs, which will be held on the 12th of May in Antananarivo, Madagascar.
Deadline: Not Specified Posted: May 8, 2023
This year, AstraZeneca is going beyond Scholarships to power and deliver a unique YHP Impact Fellowship that provides development opportunities, access to networks, and funding to help the most impactful young health leaders to help them create even more positive change. By collaborating with One
Deadline: May 14, 2023 Posted: May 4, 2023
UICC is encouraging mid-career cancer control professionals, who have contributed to progress in cancer control in their country or region and are motivated to expand their influence to drive impact globally, to apply for the 2023-24 cycle of its Young Leaders programme. Up to 10 participants wil
Deadline: May 25, 2023 Posted: May 4, 2023
In an effort to find a common solution to a common challenge, the World Bank would like to hear the views of African youth on the challenges of corruption. Based on the situation in your country, answer the following question: How can young people work with their governments, academia, and civil
Deadline: May 20, 2023 Posted: May 4, 2023
As an integral part of the extended 45th session of the World Heritage Committee, and in the framework of the UNESCO World Heritage Education Programme, the Ministry of Culture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through the National Committee for Education, Culture and Science and the Saudi Heritage Com
Deadline: June 4, 2023 Posted: May 4, 2023
SB 200 is the startup world’s preeminent competition, and it has a global reach. The inaugural cohort, which debuted last year at Disrupt 2022, included three impressive early-stage startups from two African nations.
Deadline: May 15, 2023 Posted: May 4, 2023
AGRA has announced the opening of applications for the third cohort of the Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA)’s Advanced Leadership Programme, designed for rising stars(upcoming technical leaders) and established executives from across Africa’s agriculture sector in governm
Deadline: June 9, 2023 Posted: May 4, 2023
Today, Prosper Africa and Future Africa announced the launch of the Accelerate Africa program. The program provides intensive guidance, mentorship, and resources for early stage African Founders. In partnership with Prosper Africa, Future Africa will support dynamic African entrepreneurs as they emb
Deadline: May 19, 2023 Posted: May 4, 2023