Introducing the IRENA NewGen RENEWABLE ENERGY Accelerator Program Applications are now open for the NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator (NewGen) Program. For the second consecutive year, IRENA has launched the NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator Program to empower young people to actively engage in the energy transition. NewGen supports the development and implementation of solutions led by…
Introduction to the St. Andrews Environmental Prize ($100,000 USD Award) Applications for the 2024 St Andrews Prize for the Environment are currently being accepted. Organized by the University of St Andrews, this prestigious global initiative aims to acknowledge and foster innovative approaches to tackling environmental issues, particularly in light of the pressing climate crisis. Professor…
Introduction to the University of Adelaide Global Academic Excellence Scholarship Applications for the University of Adelaide Global Academic Excellence Scholarship 2024 is now open. The University of Adelaide 2024 Global Academic Excellence 50% Scholarships (International) are a highly competitive award aimed at recognizing outstanding academic achievement among international students enrolling in undergraduate and postgraduate coursework…
Introduction to the Earth Journalism Network Biodiversity Media Grants Applications are now being accepted for the Earth Journalism Network Biodiversity Media grants. The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) of Internews is providing three to four grants, each worth 10,000 to 12,000 euros, to organizations to support initiatives that improve media coverage of biodiversity-related issues. The rate…
Introduction to the Meristem Starlet Graduate Trainee Program Applications for the 2024 Meristem’s Starlet Graduate Trainee Programme are now being accepted, offering an invaluable opportunity for aspiring individuals to embark on a transformative journey within the realm of investment banking. This annual recruitment drive seeks to identify and nurture promising candidates who will undergo a…
Introduction to the Coronation Merchant Bank Graduate Trainee Programme The Coronation Graduate Trainee Programme (GTP) is crafted to entice budding talent at the entry level to join various companies within the Coronation Ecosystem. This initiative offers a distinctive blend of training, hands-on experience, and unparalleled avenues for career advancement. It serves as a gateway for…
Introduction to the KENYA CLIMATE INNOVATION CENTER The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), in partnership with the Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA), is implementing the GreenBiz Program from 2021 to 2025. The program aims to support 300 climate technologies and innovative business models, generating over 3000 full-time job opportunities. The expected outcomes include increased commercialization…
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2024 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. The theme for the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), scheduled for October 2024 in Samoa, is ‘One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Common Wealth’. Nearly half of the Commonwealth countries are Small Island Developing States, such as Samoa, which are disproportionately…
About the Graça Machel Trust The Graça Machel Trust and FASSET have opened applications for the Women Creating Wealth Intergenerational (WCW-I) edition of Program 2024. This Enterprise Development Programme is specifically designed for women-owned and run businesses operating in the financial services sector. The initiative is part of the Pan-African Women Creating Wealth movement which…
Introduction to the NNPC/Total Energies International Scholarship Applications are now open to all young Nigerians to apply for the esteemed NNPC Limited/Total Energies International Scholarship 2024 Program. This prestigious opportunity, generously funded by the Total Energies International Scholarship, presents Nigerian students with the exceptional prospect of pursuing master’s degrees at renowned French universities. The 2024–2025…
Introduction to Zawadi Africa Education Fund 2025 The Zawadi Africa Education Fund is a highly impactful program that has been designed to support and provide undergraduate scholarships to academically gifted girls and women from disadvantaged backgrounds in Africa, who are seeking to pursue higher education in the United States and other parts of Africa. The…
Introduction to the PhD Scholarship at the University of St. Gallen The Embedded Sensing Group (ESG) at the Institute of Computer Science Vorarlberg (ICV-HSG), University of St. Gallen (HSG), is offering a fully-funded PhD scholarship to eligible candidates for the position of Research Associate in Embedded Sensing Systems. The successful candidate will be involved in…
Introduction to the TotalEnergies International Master’s Degree Scholarship To qualify Candidates must meet specific criteria outlined to ensure a competitive and deserving pool of applicants. Applications are currently being accepted for the TotalEnergies International Masters Degree Scholarship, presenting an opportunity for aspiring scholars to pursue advanced studies. Prospective candidates are required to possess a…
Introduction to the Asset & Resource Management (ARM) Internship Programme. Applications are currently being accepted for the prestigious 2024 Asset & Resource Management (ARM) Young Talent (Internship) Programme. This highly sought-after initiative, known as the ARM Young Talent Program (AYTP), represents ARM’s commitment to nurturing exceptional university students by offering them a platform to kick-start…
Introduction to the DAAD Scholarships for Development-Related Postgraduate Courses The 2025/2026 DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses Scholarships are now available for application. These scholarships, offered by the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service), aim to support the training of specialists from developing and newly industrialized countries through development-oriented postgraduate study programs. The DAAD recognizes the crucial role…
Introduction to Effective Strategies for Implementing Mindfulness in the Workplace This article is mostly for employers, helping them see the importance of implementing mindfulness in their employees. In the fast-paced work environment of today, it is common for employees to feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of deadlines, meetings, and the pressure to perform. This…
Introduction to the Einstein Fellowship 2025 Applications are open to apply for the Einstein Fellowship 2025. The Einstein Forum and the Wittgenstein Foundation have come together to offer a unique opportunity to exceptional young minds from across the globe. The fellowship is designed to support brilliant thinkers who wish to undertake a research project in…
Introduction to the UNESCO/APCEIU Youth Leadership Workshop on Global Citizenship Education Applications are now being accepted for the tenth installment of the UNESCO/APCEIU Youth Leadership Workshop on Global Citizenship Education (GCED). Dedicated to fostering the potential of young individuals, the Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU) offers a vibrant platform for dialogue, idea…
Applications for the Sanlam Group Marketing Graduate Program are now open Sanlam Group is on the lookout for Africa’s brightest talents eager to make a tangible impact through confidence and collaboration. If you’re ready to contribute, seize the opportunity to apply for the Sanlam Group Marketing Graduate program. In this role, you’ll dive into a…
Application window for the Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity Agribusiness now Open This initiative marks the continuation of the Mastercard Foundation’s efforts in fostering resilience and prosperity in Africa. Following the success of the Mastercard Foundation Fund for Rural Prosperity, which ran from 2014 to 2023, supporting 38 participants from 15 countries in…
