The European Space Agency (ESA) invites applications for its African Research Fellowships to support the next generation of African Earth observation scientists. The program offers four one-year fellowships at the ESA-ESRIN center in Frascati, Italy, starting in October 2026. Applicants must be African nationals holding a PhD or a master’s degree with significant research experience in satellite remote sensing or a related field. Fellows will receive a monthly subsistence allowance, travel expenses, and a relocation package, though the specific financial totals are not disclosed in the call.The deadline for applications is 29 April 2026. African Research Fellowships
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Rooted Futures Lab — Environmental Justice in Technology
The Environmental Justice in Technology (EJIT) Fellowship is a remote, 12-week program supporting projects at the intersection of environmental justice and technology. The fellowship provides a US$3,000 stipend for four fellows dedicating approximately 20 hours per week. Fellows will engage in one of four focus areas: digital zine publishing, climate misinformation research, educational material development, or creative cultural interventions. Applicants should have experience in environmental justice through community work, study, or lived experience. The application deadline is 30 April 2026. Rooted Futures Lab
L’Oréal-UNESCO — Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa
The Fondation L’Oréal and UNESCO invite applications for the For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Programme to support young women researchers across the region. This program is open to female PhD students and post-doctoral researchers who are citizens of one of the 49 Sub-Saharan African countries and are conducting research there. Eligible fields include formal and life sciences, environmental and physical sciences, and engineering and technological sciences. The program will award 30 grants of €10 thousand to doctoral students and eight grants of €15 thousand to post-doctoral researchers, alongside leadership and communication training. The deadline for applications is 15 May 2026. Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa
Morris Animal Foundation — Veterinary Student Scholar Program
The Morris Animal Foundation supports research on animal health and welfare, including wildlife/exotics. The Foundation provides veterinary students with the opportunity to become involved in mentored research that advances the health and/or welfare of companion animals and wildlife exotics. The Veterinary Student Scholars program awards stipends up to US$5 thousand to veterinary students. The program is open to currently enrolled veterinary students from all around the world. Applications are due 20 May 2026. Veterinary Student Scholar Program
Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research — Visiting Scholar
The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) provides visiting scholarships to mid- to late-career stage scientists and academics involved in Antarctic research. Scholars can undertake short-term visits (up to 4 weeks) to an institute in another SCAR member country, to provide training and mentoring. The Visiting Scholar Scheme provides individual awards of up to US$5 thousand. The closing date for applications is 18 September 2026. SCAR Visiting Scholar
United Nations University — MSc in Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security
The United Nations University (UNU) and the University of Bonn welcome applicants for the international joint MSc program, “Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security.” The ideal candidate has a strong interest or experience in human-nature relations and risk governance in the Global South. Women and applicants from developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers scholarships to financially support successful applicants from developing countries. The application deadline is 15 December 2026. More
LGT Venture Philanthropy — Impact Fellowship
LGT Venture Philanthropy invites applications for its Impact Fellowship, a program designed to match business professionals with non-profit organizations and social enterprises to strengthen their organizational capacity. Eligible applicants must hold an undergraduate degree and possess at least two years of full-time professional experience in fields such as finance, marketing, operations, or data analytics. Fellows commit to a 12-month full-time engagement on the ground with portfolio companies located in Africa, India, Latin America, and Europe. While the program requires a commitment to financial sacrifice, it provides a local salary to cover living costs, along with flight and insurance reimbursements. The application deadline is 31 March 2026. LGT Impact Fellowship
University of Oxford — African Biodiversity Fellowship Program
The University of Oxford’s Interdisciplinary Centre for Conservation Science (ICCS) invites applications for a fellowship that enables biodiversity professionals to engage with world-class researchers and resources. The program is open exclusively to African nationals who are employed by NGOs, government agencies, businesses, or academic institutions and are working on conservation within Africa. Successful applicants spend up to three months in Oxford, where the fellowship covers the costs of visas, international flights, accommodation, and a daily allowance for food and local travel. The scheme hosts three visitors per year, providing them with mentorship, training, and networking opportunities to enhance their conservation impact. The deadline to submit an expression of interest for the 2027 fellowship is 31 March 2026. African Biodiversity Fellowship Program
United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification — Media Reporting Fellowship
The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and the International Drought Resilience Alliance (IDRA) invite journalists to apply for a fellowship to cover the COP17 conference in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The program is open to professional staff or freelance journalists who work with recognized media outlets and are based in countries affected by desertification, land degradation, or drought. Six selected fellows will receive fully funded support, including return economy-class airfare to Mongolia, accommodation, and media accreditation to the conference. Participants will attend pre-conference virtual briefings, engage in a field visit with local communities, and are expected to produce at least three independent stories related to land restoration and drought resilience. The application deadline is 15 April 2026. COP17 Reporting Fellowship
Halcyon — Caribbean Climate Pre-Accelerator
Halcyon offers a six-month hybrid program to support early-stage climate founders in the Caribbean. The initiative is open to for-profit startups and social enterprises based in the region that are developing scalable solutions for climate adaptation and resilience. Selected ventures receive a US$6 thousand equity-free stipend, US$10 thousand in Amazon Web Services credits, and access to expert workshops and professional advisors. The deadline to submit the initial eligibility form is 17 April 2026. Caribbean Climate Pre-Accelerator