Fully Funded Research Grants in Africa 2026 by BMFTR
By: The German Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR)Last update:
Applicant criteria
ResidenceSouth Africa
NationalitySouth Africa
Age
- 18 - 60
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity FieldOthers
Job locationGermany
DegreePhd
Deadline2026-03-31
Opportunity description
The German Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) is offering fully funded research grants under the SG-NAPI program to support early-career scientists in Africa, particularly in the Least Developed Countries (LDCs). This initiative aims to increase scientific productivity and research capacity by providing necessary scientific equipment and financial resources.
Scholarship Overview
SG-NAPI offers support to Principal Investigators (PIs) conducting high-quality research projects, granting access to vital tools necessary for advancing their work.
Available Fields of Study
The SG-NAPI covers extensive research areas such as agriculture, medical sciences, and information technology.
Benefits
- $67,700 USD fully funded grant.
- Support for international conferences and MSc students.
Eligibility criteria
- Applicant must be 40 years old or younger
- Hold a recently obtained PhD
- Returned to home country within the past three years or before 2026
- Have an academic or research position at a university or research institution in your country
- Submit a strong research proposal