CaReFoAfrica Intra-Africa Scholarship 2026 for African Female Postgraduate Students
The CaReFoAfrica Intra-Africa Mobility Scholarship 2026 offers a transformative opportunity for African female postgraduate students to expand their academic and research experience across the continent. This prestigious programme supports Master’s and PhD candidates in undertaking short-term academic exchanges at partner universities within Africa.
The final application deadline for the 2026 intake is 26 April 2026, marking the closing of the final round of bursary applications.
Programme Overview
The CaReFoAfrica scholarship is designed to promote academic mobility, research collaboration, and capacity building among African institutions. It enables selected candidates to spend one or two semesters at a host university in another African country.
The programme is not intended for full-degree study abroad but rather for:
- Academic exchange
- Fieldwork and research activities
- Skills and knowledge enhancement
- Cross-institutional collaboration
Participants gain exposure to new academic environments while contributing to research that addresses critical challenges across Africa.
Target Group and Eligibility Criteria
The scholarship specifically targets talented African women pursuing postgraduate studies.
Eligible applicants must:
- Be female citizens of an African country
- Be currently enrolled at a recognised higher education institution in Africa
- Be pursuing a Master’s or Doctoral degree
- Demonstrate interest in academic or research mobility within Africa
- Apply for short-term exchange (not full-degree programmes abroad)
This focus aims to strengthen female representation and leadership in science, agriculture, and sustainability fields.
Focus Areas of Study
The CaReFoAfrica programme prioritises disciplines that are critical to Africa’s sustainable development and food systems.
Key focus areas include:
- Aquaculture
- Fisheries
- Animal Sciences
- Climate Sciences
- Crop Sciences
- Soil Sciences
- Sustainable Agriculture
These fields are central to addressing food security, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience across the continent.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a comprehensive support package designed to facilitate their academic and research mobility.
Benefits include:
- Full tuition coverage at the host university
- Monthly stipend:
- MSc: €890
- PhD: €1230
- Health insurance coverage
- Research support and academic resources
- Access to mentorship and leadership development programmes
- Networking opportunities with African scholars and professionals
This holistic support ensures that participants can fully focus on their academic and research objectives.
Academic and Career Advantages
Participation in the CaReFoAfrica scholarship provides significant long-term benefits.
Scholars gain:
- Enhanced research and technical skills
- Exposure to diverse academic systems and methodologies
- Opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers
- A strong Pan-African professional network
- Improved career prospects in academia, policy, and development sectors
The programme also encourages scholars to apply their research toward community impact and sustainable development.
Application Process
Applicants must complete an online application through the official programme platform during the open call period.
Required Documents
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts (latest degree)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Valid identification document
Post-Application Process
- Applicants receive an automatic confirmation upon submission
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline
- Successful candidates are notified within approximately six weeks
Applicants are encouraged to begin administrative processes with their host institutions in parallel with their application.
Important Notes
- The scholarship application is separate from university registration
- Early preparation is strongly advised due to the competitive nature of the programme
- Applications are assessed based on academic merit, relevance of study, and potential impact
Why This Scholarship Matters
The CaReFoAfrica initiative plays a critical role in strengthening intra-African academic collaboration and empowering women in science and research.
By supporting mobility and knowledge exchange, the programme contributes to:
- Building regional research capacity
- Advancing sustainable agriculture and environmental solutions
- Promoting gender equity in higher education
- Strengthening Africa-led innovation and development
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 26 April 2026
- Notification of Results: Within six weeks after the deadline
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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering the scholarship. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
