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Citizen AI Arts & Technology Fellowship 2026-2027: $3,000 Stipend for Creatives Exploring AI
The Citizen AI Arts & Technology Fellowship 2026-2027 brings together creatives to explore how AI and emerging technologies intersect with democracy, community, and public life. Open to creatives of any background, no degree or AI experience required, fellows receive a $3,000 stipend in Year 1. Deadline: September 30, 2026.
WCSJ Travel Fellowship 2027: Fully Funded Trip to London for Science Journalists
The Tools Competition 2027: $4.5+ Million for EdTech Innovation
The Learning Agency, a programme of Renaissance Philanthropy, is running The Tools Competition 2027, a global funding opportunity supporting innovative education technology, digital tools, datasets, and technologies designed to improve learning and teaching. The competition awards more than $4.5 million across four tracks, with prize levels from $50,000 to $300,000. Phase I abstract deadline: October 13, 2026.
UN FAO Internship Programme for Africa (RAF) 2026: Practical Experience in Food...
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Ogun Approves New Roads, Hospitals, Power Project, MSME Agency
The Ogun State Executive Council has approved a fresh package of infrastructure and economic development projects covering road construction, healthcare, power generation, and support for MSMEs. Key approvals include road reconstruction projects, new general hospitals in Ewekoro and Odogbolu, a power generation partnership with Gateway Power Limited, and the establishment of the Ogun State Enterprise Development Agency.
Citizen AI Arts & Technology Fellowship 2026-2027: $3,000 Stipend for Creatives Exploring AI
The Citizen AI Arts & Technology Fellowship 2026-2027 brings together creatives to explore how AI and emerging technologies intersect with democracy, community, and public life. Open to creatives of any background, no degree or AI experience required, fellows receive a $3,000 stipend in Year 1. Deadline: September 30, 2026.
Global Mental Health Fellowship Program 2026 (Cohort 5): Virtual Fellowship for...
WCSJ Travel Fellowship 2027: Fully Funded Trip to London for Science Journalists
Clooney Foundation Waging Justice for Women Fellowship 2027: Paid Legal Placemen...
GEF Entrepreneurs Investment Program 2026: Up to $35,000 Seed Investment in Cairo
The Global Entrepreneurship Festival (GEF) Entrepreneurs Investment Program (EIP) 2026 offers selected entrepreneurs access to up to $35,000 in total seed investment, alongside mentorship, business training, and investor pitching, as part of GEF 2026 in Cairo, Egypt, November 6-8. The investment combines 50% cash and 50% non-cash business support, disbursed in tranches, and the programme may take a 1-5% equity stake. Deadline: October 6, 2026.
What Next After Graduation? 360Clarity Conference to Help Young People Find Their Next Path
What comes after graduation? The 360Clarity Conference, themed “What Next, after graduation!”, will help final-year students, corps members and young graduates gain clarity about their future and next steps. Organised by KingsWord International Church, Abeokuta, in partnership with Edfrica, the free conference features panel, practical/brainstorm and breakout sessions covering career, education, entrepreneurship and Japa. The event holds August 22, 2026, in Abeokuta. Registration is mandatory.
EDFRICA Media Has Moved to a New Digital Home
EDFRICA Media has officially moved to edfricamedia.com, a dedicated digital platform for grants, scholarships, fellowships, business opportunities, news, articles, PR, events, insights, and useful resources. The new platform brings EDFRICA’s media and opportunity-focused content together in one accessible space, while edfrica.org continues as part of EDFRICA’s broader digital presence. Explore EDFRICA Media and stay connected to opportunities, stories, and resources.
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Afro-Tech Girls Undergraduate Scholarship 2026: N100,000 for Female STEM Students in Nigeria
Through Project 100 for 100, Afro-Tech Girls is supporting 100 female undergraduate students studying STEM-related degrees in Nigeria with a one-time scholarship of N100,000 each towards their university education. Deadline: September 25, 2026.
ASU Mastercard Foundation Innovation and Technology Scholarship 2027/2028: Fully...
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African Startups Raised $438 Million in August. One Company Took More Than Half.
African startups raised about $438 million in August 2026, one of the strongest months of the year. But Moove's $250 million Series C alone accounted for roughly 57% of that total, and without the top three deals, the rest of the continent's startups raised less than $100 million combined.
Dangote Refinery IPO: Rewane Projects Nigeria's Economy to Hit $600bn by 2030
Bank of Agriculture Launches ₦200 Billion Price Guarantee Scheme for Farmers
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Aptech Awards N701 Million in Scholarships to Over 200 Nigerian Youth
To address Nigeria’s digital skills gap, Aptech Nigeria has awarded over N701 million in scholarships to more than 200 youths during the 18th Aptech Career Quest. Organized with Middlesex University London, the initiative reached 8,000+ students across eight cities and online, focusing on AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and 3D animation. Operating for 26 years across 72 centers, Aptech offers hands-on tech training and UK credit transfer pathways for international degree completion.
The Money Is Flowing Back Into African Tech. Women Are Being Left Behind.
In Q1 2026, African startups with at least one woman founder raised just $49 million out of $597 million in total funding, about 8.2%. That's down from $111 million in Q1 2025, even as overall funding on the continent grew 27%.
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