Scholarships & Opportunities for African Students 2026
Discover fully-funded opportunities for talented students and professionals from across Africa. From scholarships at top universities to leadership fellowships and international jobs, find programs that support your education and career growth.
242 opportunities listed
AEYA New Leaders Lab 2026 for Young Africans (Fully Funded)
ECOWAS Young Graduates Immersion Programme 2026/2027 for West African Graduates (Fully Funded)
GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize 2026 for Young Agripreneurs ($160,000 Prize Pool)
GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition 2026 for Young African Entrepreneurs (Up to $50,000 in Funding)
Worlds of Journalism Study Meeting 2026 for Journalists and Researchers (Collaborative Workshop)
Gender Responsive Research for Optimized Women Fellowship 2026 for African Women Breeders
Stellenbosch University 2026 Undergraduate SADC Bursary for International Students (R50,000 Funding)
Global Citizen and PayPal Small Business Impact Awards 2026 for Entrepreneurs (USD 20,000 Prize)
Mandela Rhodes Foundation Äänit Prize 2026 for African Leaders (Up to $100,000 Funding)
SheConnects Digital Accelerator Program 2026 for Women in Sub-Saharan Africa (Funding up to $1,000,000)
One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026 for Young Leaders (Fully Funded)
One Young World Summit Leading Scholarship 2026 for Young Leaders (Fully Funded)
Äänit Prize 2026 for Mandela Rhodes Alumni (Up to $100,000 Funding)
Truworths Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026 for N6 Graduates in South Africa (Paid Internship)
UNDP South Africa GEF Small Grants Programme 2026 for NGOs and Community Organizations (Up to $40,000)
Publishing Services for Kruger2026 Conference 2026/2027 for Suppliers (Open Access Publishing)
Shoprite Retail Readiness Programme 2026 for South African Youth (No Experience Required)
NSF-Funded Skills Programmes 2026 for Unemployed South Africans (Fully Funded)
NSF-Funded Skills Training Programmes 2026 for Unemployed Youths (Fully Funded with Stipend)
ARC Agricultural Economics Bursaries 2026 for South African Students (Fully Funded)
Code for Africa Civic Graph Fellowship 2026 for African Professionals (Stipend Available)
African Phosphorus Fellowship Award 2026 for African Scientists (USD 5,000 Funding)
Frequently Asked Questions
What scholarships are available for African students?
Hundreds of scholarships target African students — including the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, Chevening (Commonwealth countries), DAAD (German Academic Exchange), African Union scholarships, and many others. Use our filters to find opportunities by country, field of study, and funding level.
Can African students apply for fully-funded international scholarships?
Yes. Many international scholarships explicitly welcome African applicants. Fully-funded programs cover tuition, living expenses, travel, and sometimes research allowances. Check each listing's eligibility section to confirm.
What are the most competitive scholarships for African students?
Mastercard Foundation, Chevening, Fulbright (select countries), Rhodes Scholarship, and DAAD are highly competitive. Success requires strong academics, clear career goals, and often, excellent English proficiency. Start preparing a year in advance.
Are there scholarships for African professionals (not students)?
Yes. We list fellowships, professional development programs, and leadership grants for early-to-mid-career professionals. These include Commonwealth Fellowships, UN Young Professionals, and industry-specific programs.