The FAO-EU FLEGT Programme invites applications from governmental institutions, civil society and private sector organizations that contribute to the reduction of illegal logging and strengthen the trade of legal forest products through improved forest governance in Mozambique. Projects receive grants of up to US$110 thousand for 12 months. The deadline for submissions is 08 June 2018. Find the call for proposals
Category: Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry
DMS offers 4 scholarships to young leaders from Zambia and Ethiopia, who are working in the field of nutrition to deliver nutritional solutions for their communities. The scholarship seeks candidates who develop/implement programs to eliminate post-harvest losses for small holder farmers, among others. Winners will a fully funded trip to the One Young World Summit 2018 in The Hague, Netherlands and coaching. The application deadline is 03 June 2018. The scholarship
Applications are open for the World Bank/ACE II Masters Fellowships for African female scientists. Priority areas include agriculture, among others. Selected fellows will receive financial support that covers tuition fees, living expenses, research, and travel. Eligibility extends to female nationals under 35 years from Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. Closing date for applications is 04 June 2018. Find details
The Eastern Africa Farmers Federation in partnership with IFAD calls for innovative ideas from rural youth groups in agriculture and agribusiness related enterprises. Young farmers will receive technical support, mentorship, access to potential funders/investors and other partnership opportunities. Eligibility extends to groups or individual farmers (35 years or less) from Kenya, Uganda, Burundi and Rwanda. Applications have to be received by 06 June 2018. Find information on how to apply
The SDC calls for proposals for innovations in city region food systems that can reach millions of people living in poverty. The proposed projects under this call should focus on small and middle-sized towns (market towns) in developing countries. Eligibility extends to local or international institutions. Applicants may request up to CHF 1.2 million per year for a total of 8 years (2 phase program). Applications are due by 11 June 2018. Find the call for proposals
The SDC calls for proposals for projects on sustainable water management for food security and nutrition in agriculture and food systems. The proposed projects under this call should focus on Africa. Eligibility extends to businesses, non-profit organizations, and governments. Applicants may request up to CHF 1.5 million per year for a total of 8 years (2 phase program). Applications are due by 11 June 2018. See the call for proposals
The Government of China offers scholarship to enable African students to study in China in the 2018/2019 Academic Year. The scholarships are intended for Master and Doctoral Programmes including one at the China Agricultural University, and many others. The closing date for the submission of applications is 29 June 2018. Find the call for applications
The SMAIAS is an Independent Research Organisation which seeks to influence land and natural resources policies in Africa through multi-disciplinary science research, policy dialogues, and training. The Small Research Grants program is intended to support research projects with budgets of US$2,500 for dissertation writing. Eligibility extends to emerging young African scholars from agriculture and other related professional fields whose research is aimed at helping to inform policies and practices that improve the lives of marginalised groups who depend on agriculture as a source of their livelihoods. The deadline for submission of applications for the grants is 30 June 2018. Know more
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Uganda Martyrs University in conjunction with African Center for Agro-Ecology and Livelihood Systems (ACALISE) invites applications for PhD and MSc ACALISE National/International Scholarships. Programmes include PhD in Agro-Ecology and Livelihood Systems, MSc in Agro-Ecology, and others. Applicants must be citizens of a country in Sub-Saharan Africa who are currently enrolled on any of the ACALISE Programmes. The PhD scholarship will cover full tuition fees, accommodation and book allowance. The MSc scholarship is a contribution towards tuition fees. The closing date for applications is 16 July 2018. More
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) seeks organizations to co-create, co-design, co-invest, and collaborate on research and development innovations to prevent and treat nutrition vulnerabilities in complex environments. Areas of interest include innovations to maximize impact across sectors, including health, agriculture and humanitarian assistance. The estimated total program funding if US$ 2 million may be split among selected participants. Expressions of Interest (stage 1) are due 01 June 2018. Find the announcement