MasterCard Foundation Scholarship for 2027

Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme 2027, offering fully-funded undergraduate and master's scholarships for academically talented students who demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to making a positive impact in their communities.

The programme supports study at partner universities across Africa, North America, Europe and the Middle East, including the University of Edinburgh. In addition to covering tuition, accommodation and living costs, scholars receive leadership training, mentorship, career support and access to a global alumni network. 

Application deadlines vary by institution, so prospective applicants are encouraged to check individual university requirements and closing dates. 

For more information - https://mastercardfdn.org/en/what-we-do/our-programs/mastercard-foundation-scholars-program/

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2026 GCE Results

2026 GCE results may unfold like a sobering story across Cameroon. More than 141,000 candidates sat for the exams, yet fewer than half may emerge successful. The national pass rate is estimated to drop drastically due to exams leakage on social media networks which led to cancelation of some subjects and two weeks extension, exposing deep educational inequalities. In the past years girls have continued to produce encouraging results as compared to boys. Let's wait and see

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UNICEF BeGreen Africa 3.0 is Here: Get Green Business Training + Up to USD 5,000 Seed Funding!

Are you a young entrepreneur with a passion for building a sustainable business? The UNICEF BeGreen Africa 3.0 Green Entrepreneurship Programme is now accepting applications from aspiring and existing green entrepreneurs in South Africa and Nigeria. This is your opportunity to gain world-class entrepreneurial skills, expert mentorship, incubation support, market connections, and the chance to receive seed funding of up to USD 5,000 to grow your green enterprise.

🌱 Benefits of the Opportunity:

• Green entrepreneurship training

• Technical and vocational education and training (TVET)

• One-on-one mentorship and business coaching

• Business development and incubation support

• Financial literacy and investment readiness

• Access to finance and market linkages

• Opportunity to receive up to USD 5,000 in seed funding

• Connect with industry experts and business networks

• Build a climate-friendly business that creates jobs and drives sustainable development

📅 Deadline: 29th July 2026

🔗 Apply Here: https://wp.me/p23f03-mK4

💡 Pro Tip: Prepare a clear and innovative green business idea that demonstrates environmental impact, sustainability, job creation potential, and scalability. Strong applications show both passion and a practical plan for long-term growth.

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Remote Career Opportunities at Global Fund for Women

 

Global Fund for Women is recruiting for multiple full-time remote positions in People & Culture, Technology, and Development. Join a global organization dedicated to advancing gender equality and supporting feminist movements worldwide.

🌍 Available Positions

• People & Culture Officer (Remote)

• Database Administrator (Remote)

• Senior Development Associate (Remote)

✨ Why Join?

• Work remotely with a globally recognized nonprofit.

• Advance women's rights and gender justice initiatives.

• Collaborate with international teams and partners.

• Build a rewarding career with meaningful global impact.

✅ Who Should Apply?

• Human resources and people operations professionals.

• Database and information systems specialists.

• Fundraising and donor relations experts.

• Nonprofit, development, and project management professionals.

📅 Application Information

• Full-time remote positions.

• Applications are currently open.

• Apply early, as vacancies will remain open until they are filled.

Learn more: https://www.globalsouthopportunities.com/2026/07/26/global-164/

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African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship 2026 (up to $5,000)

African Plant Nutrition Outreach Fellowship 2026 (up to $5,000)

The fellowship is offered in support of African scientists, extension specialists, or educators conducting education, training, and communication programs relevant to improving the use and efficiency of plant nutrients in African agro-ecosystems.

Details: https://opd.to/44Gj0KT | Deadline: Sept 21

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UNESCO Internship Programme 2026

Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/c8e48a3r

Benefits:

• Internship opportunities with UNESCO across multiple departments.

• Exposure to global programs in education, science, culture and communications.

• Hands‑on experience with international development projects.

• Professional mentorship and networking.

Deadline: Varies

Credit to: UNESCO

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Africa Health Collaborative Research Fund 2026: Up to USD 22,000 for Early Career Researchers!

Are you an Early Career Researcher (ECR) passionate about improving primary health care in Sub-Saharan Africa? The Africa Health Collaborative (AHC) Research Fund 2026 is now accepting Expressions of Interest for collaborative research projects focused on Health Human Resources Policy and Health Financing Policy. This is your opportunity to secure funding, collaborate with leading universities, and contribute to stronger health systems across Africa.

🎯 Benefits

• Up to USD 22,000 for eligible bilateral research projects. 

• Support for collaborative research between AHC member institutions. 

• Funding for research activities, travel, workshops, researcher exchanges, and more. 

• Opportunity to build international research partnerships and strengthen your research career. 

• Projects run for up to 18 months, beginning January 2027. 

⏰ Deadline: 15 August 2026 (12:00 PM GMT)

🔗 Application Link: https://wp.me/p23f03-mG3

💡 Pro Tip: Prepare your Expression of Interest early, confirm your institution's eligibility requirements, and collaborate with strong research partners to increase your chances of being invited to submit a full proposal.

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Youth Opportunity: A GLOBAL EXPERIENCE IN ROME

The Youth Democracy Summit 2026 is your opportunity to learn from international experts, exchange ideas with delegates worldwide, and experience one of Europe’s most iconic cities.

✨ Your Experience Includes:

✈️ Airfare Support

🏨 Accommodation

🍽️ Meals

🛂 Visa Support

🏛️ United Nations FAO Visit

🎤 Conference Access

🤝 Networking Opportunities

📜 Certificate of Participation

Step beyond borders and become part of a worldwide movement of young leaders shaping tomorrow.

📅 Apply today!

🌐 www.thecips.org/yds2026

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Fully Funded Fellowship at Yale University & Paris!

The Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship is now open for applications! This prestigious program brings together 16 young professionals from the Global South working in climate and clean energy to strengthen their expertise, expand global networks, and engage with leading voices in the field.

Participants come from diverse backgrounds—public service, entrepreneurship, energy, finance, media, education, research, civil society, law, and policymaking—creating a rich and dynamic learning environment.

📍 Programme Timeline & Locations

Feb 1–5, 2027: In-person session at Yale University (New Haven, USA)

March–June 2027: Virtual learning journeys

June 14–18, 2027: Closing week in Paris

💸 Fully Funded Opportunity

There are no participation fees. The fellowship covers:

-International travel ✈️

-Accommodation 🏨

-Meals 🍽️

(for both in-person sessions in New Haven and Paris)

Each cohort is carefully selected to ensure regional diversity and a strong mix of professional backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Please note that there is an application fee for the program.

⏰ Application Deadline

🗓 Thursday, 30 July 2026 (11:00 AM ET)

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Youth Climate Mapping Fellowship – Learn, Map, and Act on Climate Change in Your Community

Are you part of a youth group or OpenStreetMap community in Lesotho, Eswatini, or South Africa? The Youth Climate Mapping Fellowship is open to 33 youth groups (20 members each) ready to build digital mapping skills and lead climate action locally.

🌟Benefits 

✅Free, self-paced online courses in open mapping and field mapping

✅Map climate risks and resilience features in your own neighborhood

✅Selected groups receive a $400 grant for mapping and data collection

✅Earn a verifiable digital certificate through the Yoma platform

✅No mapping experience required — girls and young women especially encouraged

📅 Applications close: Sunday, 26 July 2026

🔗 Apply here:https://wp.me/p23f03-mzL

💡 Pro Tip: Apply as an organized youth group of 20 members, not as an individual as this fellowship is designed for group participation.

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Fully Funded University of Canberra PhD Scholarships 2027

Fully Funded University of Canberra PhD Scholarships 2027 | Receive AUD $40,000 Per Year!

Ready to pursue a world-class PhD in Australia? The University of Canberra is offering exciting PhD scholarship opportunities in AI & Democracy, Deliberative Democracy, and Organisational Creativity & AI for outstanding researchers looking to make a global impact.

🌟 Scholarship Benefits:

💰 AUD $40,000 annual stipend (indexed)

📚 3.5 years of funding

✈️ Relocation allowance for eligible international students

👩‍🔬 Conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research

🤝 Work with internationally recognized researchers

📖 Opportunities to publish and collaborate on high-impact projects

🏛️ Join one of the world's leading research centres in deliberative democracy

📅Deadlines

🗓️ 15 August 2026 

🔗 Learn More & Apply: https://wp.me/p23f03-mmV 

💡 Pro Tip: Prepare a compelling research proposal that clearly demonstrates originality, a strong theoretical foundation, and alignment with the scholarship's research focus. Strong academic references and writing samples can significantly strengthen your application.

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CSO & NGO OPPORTUNITY: UNDP CALL FOR PROPOSALS 2026

Are you a CSO or NGO in Africa working on women’s rights, gender equality, human rights, SRHR, or ending violence against women and girls?

UNDP is inviting CSOs to submit proposals under the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) 2.0, supporting work on:

🔹 Violence Against Women & Girls (EVAWG)

🔹 Harmful practices

🔹 Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR)

🔹 Women’s rights & gender equality

🔹 Regional human rights frameworks in Africa

📅 Deadline: 29 July 2026

🌐 Learn more & apply: https://wp.me/p23f03-mNo

📢 Tag and share with CSOs, NGOs and women’s rights organizations across Africa!

🔎 More grant opportunities: https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/?s=grant

🌍 More opportunities for Africans: https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/?s=Africa

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Digital Humanism Fellowship 2026–2027 in Austria: Fully Funded Research Opportunity for PhD & Postdoctoral Scholars

Are you researching the impact of technology on society? Applications are now open for the Digital Humanism Fellowship 2026–2027 at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM) in Vienna, Austria. This prestigious fellowship invites doctoral candidates and early-career postdoctoral researchers from all academic disciplines to explore how digital technologies shape society, politics, economics, ethics, and human rights while collaborating with an international community of scholars.

💶 Benefits of the Opportunity

Receive a monthly stipend of EUR 3,300 (Postdoctoral Fellows) or EUR 2,750 (Doctoral Candidates).

Spend three months conducting research in Vienna, Austria.

Access free office space, internet, research facilities, and administrative support at IWM.

Join an international community of leading scholars and participate in seminars and academic events.

Advance research on Digital Humanism and contribute to shaping a more human-centered digital future.

📅 Application Deadline

21 September 2026 (23:59 CEST)

🔗 Application Link

Apply Here: https://wp.me/p23f03-mG9

💡 Pro Tip

Prepare your application well in advance. Your project proposal, motivation letter, CV, and all supporting documents must be combined into one PDF, and your two referees must submit their recommendation letters before the application deadline.

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EU-Funded CSF+ Round Two Grants Now Open for Local & Grassroots CSOs in Ethiopia!

🚀 Are you a local or grassroots Civil Society Organization (CSO) working to strengthen governance, peacebuilding, democracy, women's empowerment, youth development, or social inclusion in Ethiopia?

The EU-funded Civil Society Fund Plus (CSF+) Programme, implemented by Christian Aid and its partners, is now accepting Round Two Expressions of Interest (EOIs)!

💰 Benefits:

 ✅ Financial sub-grants for community-led projects

 ✅ Tailored organizational capacity strengthening

 ✅ Training and workshops

 ✅ Networking and partnership opportunities

 ✅ Technical support to enhance long-term impact

📅 Application Deadline:

 4 August 2026 (Before 5:00 PM Local Time)

📧 Apply here: https://wp.me/p23f03-mof

 

💡 Pro Tip: Carefully review the eligibility guidelines before submitting your Expression of Interest and ensure all required annexes and declarations are included to avoid disqualification.

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Win Global Recognition for Transformative Sustainability Research — World Sustainability Award 2027 Offers $100,000 Prize! 🌱✨

Are you connected to a researcher whose work is changing the future of sustainability? 🌎

The World Sustainability Award 2027, presented by the MDPI Sustainability Foundation, recognizes outstanding researchers whose groundbreaking contributions have created transformative academic and societal impact in sustainability.

🏆 Award Benefits:

💰 Receive a USD $100,000 prize

🌍 Gain international recognition among sustainability leaders

🔬 Celebrate groundbreaking research and innovation

🤝 Connect with global experts during the World Sustainability Forum 2027

The award recognizes research contributions across areas such as climate solutions, renewable energy, sustainable technologies, biodiversity, agriculture, environmental protection, and sustainable development.

📅 Nomination Opens: July 1, 2026

⏳ Deadline: Check the official nomination guidelines for the final submission date.

⚠️ Apply Here: https://wp.me/p23f03-mrW

Climate Action Fellowship with $10,000 Stipend

Passionate about climate action and environmental justice? The Literacy for Environmental Justice (LEJ) Climate Action Fellowship 2026–2027 at San Francisco State University is now accepting applications!

🎓 Fellowship Highlights

• Receive a $10,000 stipend for the academic year.

• Gain hands-on experience in climate action and environmental justice.

• Work alongside faculty mentors and community organizations.

• Build professional skills through real-world environmental projects.

• Present your work during Earth Week activities.

✅ Eligibility

• Full-time undergraduate or graduate student (Fall 2026 & Spring 2027).

• Passion for climate change solutions and sustainability.

• Available for in-person participation in the San Francisco Bay Area.

📅 Application Deadline

• 4 September 2026

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Apply for the Workday Foundation Human Connection Microgrant Program 2026 – Receive Up to $10,000 USD to Build Stronger Communities

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Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? The Workday Foundation Human Connection Microgrant Program 2026 is now accepting applications from eligible nonprofit organizations and registered charities working to reduce loneliness and strengthen communities through joyful, in-person connection.

Whether you're planning a neighborhood block party, cultural celebration, community art project, outdoor activity, or volunteer initiative, this funding opportunity can help bring your vision to life.

Benefits of the Opportunity

• Up to $10,000 USD in grant funding. 

• Support for innovative community-building projects. 

• Opportunity to create meaningful, in-person human connections. 

• Funding for single events, multiple events, or ongoing community programs. 

• Open to eligible nonprofits and registered charities in selected cities worldwide. 

Deadline: July 31, 2026 (11:59 PM Pacific Time)

Application Link: https://wp.me/p23f03-mGY

pro Tip: Design your proposal so that human connection is the primary purpose of the activity not simply a byproduct. Strong applications clearly explain how participants will build lasting relationships, foster belonging, and keep coming back for future community activities.

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CALL FOR LETTERS OF INQUIRY (LOIs) FOR SMALL GRANTS GUINEAN FORESTS OF WEST AFRICA BIODIVERSITY (GFWA) HOTSPOT

A Rocha Ghana and AJESH, serving as the Regional Implementation Team for the Guinean Forests of West Africa Biodiversity Hotspot on behalf of the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF), are inviting proposals in the form of letters of inquiry (LOIs) for small grants from non-governmental organizations, community groups, private enterprises, independent public institutions and other civil society organizations (CSOs). Applicants are advised to read this call for Letters of Inquiry document in full before submitting an LOI under the scope of this call. 

Applicants are also encouraged to familiarize themselves with the ecosystem profile for the GFWA Hotspot, and to contact the GFWA RIT (email: cepf.gfwa.info@arocha.org) if they have any questions or wish to discuss project ideas.

Detailed instructions, eligibility criteria and selection criteria can be found in the call for letters of inquiry, available below. 

Important submission requirement:

Applicants must complete and submit the official Letter of Inquiry template in Microsoft Word format (.docx). The main LOI application form must not be converted to or submitted only as a PDF.

Supporting documents may be submitted in PDF format.

Submit one completed LOI .docx file and any relevant supporting documents to cepf.gfwa.applications@arocha.org no later than 31 August 2026 at 11:59 p.m. GMT/UTC.

Questions about the call should be sent to:

cepf.gfwa.info@arocha.org

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Oneness Revival Team NGO Grant Application 2026

The Oneness Revival Team (ORT) is thrilled to announce its 4rd annual grant cycle for 2026, designed to support NGOs making a meaningful impact in their communities. We welcome applications from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with annual budgets under $100,000 USD from any region worldwide. This grant cycle aims to empower grassroots initiatives, drive sustainable development, and strengthen the capacity of NGOs working towards positive social, economic, and environmental change.

📅 Application Deadline: December 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM (local time)

ORT offers two types of grants to cater to both new and previously funded NGOs:

1. SEED Grant (1-Year)

The SEED Grant is a one-year general support or project grant designed for:

✔️ NGOs that have never received funding from ORT before.

✔️ NGOs that prefer to apply for the SEED Grant rather than the THRIVE Grant.

📌 Grant Amount: $25,000 – $50,000 USD per year

This funding can be used to:

Launch or scale a new project that aligns with ORT’s mission.

Strengthen organizational capacity and enhance operational effectiveness.

Support programmatic activities, advocacy efforts, or community outreach.

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Renewable energy brings potable water to Nkambe after years without CAMWATER

Hon. Esq. Ta Nformi Ngala Gerard and Mayor Nfor Musa Shey have advanced access to clean drinking water by launching a solar-powered potable water scheme funded by PROLOG. This initiative directly addresses the long-standing absence of CAMWATER services, which have been hindered for years by persistent electricity challenges. By harnessing renewable energy, the project ensures sustainable water supply to the population, reducing dependency on unreliable infrastructure. The leaders emphasized that the scheme is both a relief and a model for resilience, offering communities a reliable solution while promoting innovation in public service delivery across the municipality.

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