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The CODESRIA Research Grants 2027 support African researchers investigating higher education, gender equality, academic freedom and university governance. Selected applicants can receive between $5,000 and $15,000 in research funding over 15 months. Individual researchers and collaborative teams affiliated with recognised African institutions are eligible to apply. Applications close on January 16, 2027.
The WAAW Foundation Scholarship supports African female undergraduate students studying STEM at universities and colleges across Africa. Selected scholars receive a one-time $500 award and participate in STEM outreach and leadership activities. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, academic excellence and community involvement. Applications close December 18, 2026.
Lagos Business School (LBS), Pan-Atlantic University, in partnership with the Lagos State Government and J. Soji-George Consulting Nigeria Ltd., has completed an advanced leadership and transformation program for senior civil servants in Lagos State. The initiative focused on strengthening policy implementation, regulatory coordination, and investor engagement to enhance the state's business environment.
Harvard's Middle East Initiative offers a ten-month research fellowship with stipends of $55,000 to $75,000. Priority goes to scholars from the Gulf and Arab world. Deadline: December 1, 2026.
The CODESRIA Research Grants 2027 support African researchers investigating higher education, gender equality, academic freedom and university governance. Selected applicants can receive between $5,000 and $15,000 in research funding over 15 months. Individual researchers and collaborative teams affiliated with recognised African institutions are eligible to apply. Applications close on January 16, 2027.
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.
We facilitated the registration of over 50 MSMEs with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration. Some of them also joined a three-day business masterclass at the Edfrica Innovation Hub.
The NNPC–SNEPCo National University Scholarship Programme 2026 provides annual financial support to eligible Nigerian undergraduates from their second year through graduation. Applicants must study full-time at a recognised public university, maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale and meet other eligibility requirements.
Abuja Furniture Production (AFP), a subsidiary of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, showcased locally manufactured furniture at Design Week Lagos, highlighting the role of local production in developing young designers, supporting jobs and strengthening Nigeria’s furniture industry. The company also shared insights on manufacturing efficiency, quality control and business growth.
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.
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%.