Africa Scholarships
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Looking for Africa scholarships? Here you'll find 370 scholarships, sourced directly from official provider pages and refreshed regularly.
12 of the 60 shown here currently have an open application window. The nearest upcoming deadline in this list is 25 October 2026.
The Bank of Namibia Undergraduate Bursary for Namibian/SADC Students – Apply by 30th October 2026
The Bank of Namibia Undergraduate Bursary for Namibian/SADC Students;As part of its commitment to capacity development and corporate social responsibility,
The Uongozi Institute Emerging Leaders Programme for Mid-Level Executives – Apply by 23rd October 2026
The Uongozi Institute Emerging Leaders Programme for Mid-Level Executives;The Emerging Leaders Programme is a dynamic, self‑paced six‑month programme
Dalai Lama Fellowship Programme for Emerging Changemakers – Apply by 11th November 2026
Dalai Lama Fellowship Programme for Emerging Changemakers;The Dalai Lama Fellows programme seeks to cultivate and support emerging leaders who are…
NVIDIA International Graduate Fellowship Program for PhD Students Worldwide – Apply by 30th October 2026
NVIDIA International Graduate Fellowship Program for PhD Students Worldwide;The NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship Program provides up to $60,000 per award for
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Economist Program for Recent PhD Graduates – Apply by 4th December 2026
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Economist Program for Recent PhD Graduates ;The IMF Economist Program (EP) is a three‑year career…
The ITU Gender Champions Programme for Young Women Leading Digital Transformation and Digital Inclusion – Apply by 15th November 2026
The ITU Gender Champions Programme for Young Women Leading Digital Transformation and Digital Inclusion;The ITU Gender Champions Programme recognizes and
UN Global Compact Business & Human Rights Accelerator Program – Apply by 22nd October 2026
UN Global Compact Business & Human Rights Accelerator Program;The Business & Human Rights Accelerator is a three‑month programme designed to…
Africa Organization for Standardization Continental Essay Competition – Apply by 23rd April 2027
Africa Organization for Standardization Continental Essay Competition;ARSO was formed in 1977 by the African Union (AU) and UNECA to harmonise…
Erasmus Mundus NOHA Scholarship 2027–29: Fully Funded
Erasmus Mundus NOHA Scholarship 2027–29: Fully Funded. Explore eligibility criteria, Application procedure, and funding. Apply today!
The International Water Association (IWA) & Grundfos Youth Action for SDG 6 Fellowship
Application Deadline: November 5, 2026 Applications are now open for the 2026 International Water Association (IWA) & Grundfos Youth Action…
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Africa scholarships are listed?
370 scholarships are currently listed under Africa (Region) on Kompeaa.
What is the nearest deadline?
The nearest upcoming deadline among Africa scholarships currently listed is 25 October 2026. Individual scholarships may have different deadlines — check each listing for its exact date.
What study destination are most common?
Among Africa scholarships currently listed, the most common study destination values are Nigeria, Australia, Germany.
What study level are most common?
Among Africa scholarships currently listed, the most common study level values are Multiple Levels, Masters, Postdoctoral.
What funding amount are most common?
Among Africa scholarships currently listed, the most common funding amount values are Fully Funded, $5,000 - $20,000, Under $1,000.
What opportunity type are most common?
Among Africa scholarships currently listed, the most common opportunity type values are Fellowship, Scholarship, Internship.
What eligible nationality are most common?
Among Africa scholarships currently listed, the most common eligible nationality values are Open to All Nationalities, South Africa, Germany.
What funding type are most common?
Among Africa scholarships currently listed, the most common funding type values are Fully Funded, Partially Funded, Grant.