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Submit Applications for Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme

Issued by Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls

Published
25 Sept 2026
Closes
Reference
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Location
South Africa
Sector
Sports, Recreation & Events

Details

The South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) invites applications for the Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme. The initiative supports emerging young researchers from across Africa and the diaspora with training, mentorship, and support to help launch research careers. The application deadline is 30 September 2026. SAIIA’s Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme is designed to equip emerging young researchers with insights and skills to help them start and develop research careers. The programme includes an intensive, week-long training workshop in Johannesburg, followed by ongoing mentorship to support professional development and research output after the residency. The source states that the project covers the following for participants: The source does not specify any cash grants, stipends, or other financial amounts beyond the listed in-kind support. The opportunity is for emerging young researchers from: The source does not specify additional eligibility criteria such as age limits, nationality requirements, academic qualifications, or application selection criteria. Not specified in the source. Applicants should review the official application guidance linked below. The source describes the following components of the programme: No further sector themes, research topics, or priority areas are specified in the provided text. Not specified in the source. This call is relevant for emerging researchers seeking structured training and continued mentorship. By covering travel, accommodation, and meals for the Johannesburg workshop, the programme reduces common participation barriers and focuses on building research capacity through both workshop learning and post-residency support. What is the Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme? It is a SAIIA initiative that provides an intensive week-long training workshop in Johannesburg and ongoing mentorship for emerging young researchers. Where will the training workshop take place? The training workshop is scheduled in Johannesburg, South Africa. When are the training dates? The source lists 22–26 February 2027 (TBC). The “TBC” indicates the dates are subject to confirmation. What support is provided to participants? The project covers all travel costs to and from Johannesburg, accommodation, and meals. Participants also receive ongoing mentorship after the residency. What is the application deadline? The deadline is 30 September 2026. Who can apply? The call is for emerging young researchers from across Africa and the diaspora. Additional eligibility requirements are not specified in the source. How do I apply?

Apply using the official link: bit.ly/ayp2027.

Review the official application page linked in the call to confirm eligibility requirements, any required documents, and the final workshop schedule. Then prepare your application in line with SAIIA’s stated process and submit it before 30 September 2026.

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