Across Africa, communities face mounting pressures from pollution, climate change, and fragile health systems. Protecting water resources and strengthening public health requires innovative, coordinated approaches that can detect risks early and guide action. This opportunity supports national uptake of harmonised wastewater and environmental surveillance systems, helping countries build foundations for One Health collaboration, ecosystem protection, […]
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Rare Disease Research Grants
Rare diseases remain some of the most complex and least understood health challenges worldwide. Progress depends on bold, original research that can uncover disease mechanisms, track progression, and design clinical approaches tailored to individual patients. This opportunity supports innovative projects led by scientists and physician‑researchers working to advance understanding of rare conditions. Proposals should demonstrate […]
Community Grants for Grassroots Impact
Across communities, small initiatives are creating powerful waves of transformation — from empowering women and marginalized groups to advancing clean energy, climate resilience, and inclusive development. Yet many grassroots organizations struggle to access the resources they need to bring these ideas to life. This opportunity provides direct support for community‑driven projects that uplift vulnerable populations, […]
Seed Funding for Nature & Biodiversity Ventures
Forests and ecosystems are under unprecedented pressure, yet early‑stage ventures are emerging with bold solutions to regenerate food systems, restore biodiversity, and make nature measurable and investable. From agroforestry and soil health to AI‑driven monitoring and ecosystem service markets, these innovations are reshaping how we value and protect the natural world. This opportunity empowers early‑stage […]
Safeguarding Water Infrastructure with Innovation
Across the globe, aging water systems pose risks to communities, with buried pipelines quietly deteriorating out of sight. Failures in large transmission pipes can disrupt entire cities, threatening health, safety, and resilience. This opportunity supports pioneering research to identify and apply emerging asset health monitoring technologies for large‑scale water infrastructure. Projects will explore condition monitoring, […]
Training Africa’s Next Generation of RNA Innovators
Health emergencies demand rapid innovation — yet many regions lack the technical expertise to harness cutting‑edge tools. RNA‑based technologies are transforming vaccines, therapeutics, and outbreak response, but without strong local capacity, communities remain vulnerable. This intensive training programme empowers African researchers and institutions with the conceptual and applied knowledge needed to lead in RNA science. […]
Driving Innovation in Agriculture, Food & Bioenergy
From sustainable farming and healthier food systems to green materials and renewable energy, science holds the key to tackling some of the world’s most urgent challenges. Yet breakthrough ideas need support to move from concept to impact. This funding call invites researchers and innovators worldwide to propose projects that advance knowledge and deliver practical solutions […]
Women Driving Africa’s Digital Future
Across Africa, women innovators are harnessing deep technology to tackle urgent challenges in health, agriculture, clean energy, finance, and education. From AI to biotech, these solutions are locally rooted yet globally relevant — proving that community knowledge and cutting‑edge science together can transform lives. This opportunity empowers women founders at every stage of their journey […]
Celebrating Innovation in Global Health
From vaccines and therapies to biotechnology and the One Health approach, groundbreaking projects are reshaping the way we protect both people and animals. These awards shine a spotlight on institutions that are pushing the boundaries of science, advancing disease prevention, and building a healthier, more sustainable future for all. Public and private organisations — from […]
Building Science for Africa’s Future
Africa’s sustainable future depends on bridging the gap between research and policymaking. From health and food security to biodiversity, energy, and digital innovation, the continent’s challenges require bold scientific voices that can shape decisions and drive inclusive growth. This six‑month mentoring programme empowers early and mid‑career scientists to transform their expertise into actionable policy advice. […]
