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The Sanlam Group Graduate Programme 2027 for young South African graduates.

Application Deadline: Unspecified Applications are now open for the 2027 Sanlam Group Graduate Programme. The Sanlam Group is looking for exceptional young talent eager to make a difference. The 24-month… The post The Sanlam Group Graduate Programme 2027 for young South African graduates. appeared first on Opportunities For Africans .

35,000 USD

We Are Not Waiting 2026: Young Changemakers Aged 14–35 Invited to Submit Abstracts for Global Youth-Led Systems Change Anthology

We Are Not Waiting is a global youth-led initiative inviting young people who are already creating fairer, more sustainable and socially just futures to put their work on the record through an open-access anthology co-produced by The 50 Percent at the Club of Rome and the UNESCO–MOST BRIDGES UK Hub. The initiative is calling on […] The post We Are Not Waiting 2026: Young Changemakers Aged 14–35 Invited to Submit Abstracts for Global Youth-Led Systems Change Anthology appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .

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APHRC Virtual Learning Academy · Free Online Courses for African Researchers

The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) has developed the APHRC Virtual Learning Academy (VLA), an online learning platform offering flexible and accessible courses designed to strengthen research capacity and support evidence generation and uptake across Africa. The academy provides learning opportunities in areas including research and grant writing, data science, data governance, policy […] The post APHRC Virtual Learning Academy | Free Online Courses for African Researchers appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .

• Health

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PhD at INSAIT in Bulgaria: Fully Funded Doctoral Fellowship of €39,684 Per Year for International Students

Are you an aspiring researcher in computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, mathematics, physics, statistics, or electrical engineering looking for a fully funded PhD opportunity in Europe? The Institute for Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT) in Sofia, Bulgaria, is offering talented doctoral candidates the opportunity to pursue a world-class PhD while receiving a […] The post PhD at INSAIT in Bulgaria: Fully Funded Doctoral Fellowship of €39,684 Per Year for International Students appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .

• Education

39,684 EUR

The AU-EU Youth Action Lab Grants 2026 for youth-led initiatives in Africa.

Application Deadline: 23 September at 13.00pm Central African Time. Applications are now open for the 2026 AU-EU Youth Action Lab Grants. The AU-EU Youth Action Lab offers funding for youth-led…

4,000 USD

APRM Third Continental Training on South-South and Triangular Cooperation 2027: Virtual Training on Agenda 2063 and the SDGs

The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) has announced its Third Continental Training on South-South and Triangular Cooperation (SSTrC) for Sustainable Development, a virtual capacity-building programme designed to strengthen African expertise, peer learning and partnerships for sustainable development. Under the theme “Accelerating the Implementation of Agenda 2063 and the SDGs in a Changing Global Order,” the […] The post APRM Third Continental Training on South-South and Triangular Cooperation 2027: Virtual Training on Agenda 2063 and the SDGs appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .

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African Nutrition Leadership Programme (ANLP) 2027: Apply for the 10-Day Nutrition Leadership Development Programme in Africa

The African Nutrition Leadership Programme (ANLP) is a leadership development initiative focused on strengthening nutrition leadership capacity across the African continent. Based at North-West University in South Africa, the programme works to develop the leadership abilities of early- and mid-career nutrition professionals and other stakeholders whose work contributes to improving nutrition and health outcomes in […] The post African Nutrition Leadership Programme (ANLP) 2027: Apply for the 10-Day Nutrition Leadership Development Programme in Africa appeared first on Opportunities for Youth

• Agriculture
• Health
• Education

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Future of Work Africa (FOWA) Advisory Services 2026: Personalised Career, Scholarship, Fellowship and Postgraduate Application Support for African Students and Professionals

Introduction Making the right academic or career decision can be challenging, particularly when you are navigating scholarships, postgraduate admissions, competitive fellowships, career transitions, job applications, personal branding, or opportunities in another country. Future of Work Africa (FOWA) has introduced a range of personalised advisory services designed to provide students, young professionals, emerging leaders, scholarship applicants, […] The post Future of Work Africa (FOWA) Advisory Services 2026: Personalised Career, Scholarship, Fellowship and Postgraduate Application Support

1,000

Generation Ghana Volunteer Programme 2026 · Become a Volunteer Mentor

Generation Ghana is inviting professionals and experienced individuals to join its volunteer community and support young people as they transition from training into meaningful careers. Through mentoring, career guidance, and industry expertise, volunteers can help Ghana’s next generation of professionals build confidence, strengthen their employability, and prepare for the world of work. The programme is […] The post Generation Ghana Volunteer Programme 2026 | Become a Volunteer Mentor appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .

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Micro-Learning on Environmental, Social and Climate Standards Based on SECAP: Free Online Course via WhatsApp

The Micro-Learning on Environmental, Social and Climate Standards Based on SECAP is a free, self-guided online learning opportunity designed to help professionals and other interested learners understand how environmental, social and climate standards can contribute to sustainable, inclusive and resilient development. Delivered through WhatsApp, the micro-learning provides a flexible and mobile-friendly way to explore important […] The post Micro-Learning on Environmental, Social and Climate Standards Based on SECAP: Free Online Course via WhatsApp appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .

• Agriculture
• Health
• Culture and creative

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Green Earth Action Foundation (GEAF) Ambassador Programme 2027

Deadline: On Rolling Basis Applications are open for the GEAF Ambassador Programme 2027. The GEAF Ambassador Programme by the Green Earth Action Foundation is a 6-month global initiative for individuals committed to taking action on environmental and climate challenges within their communities. Through mentorship, capacity building, and guided project implementation, GEAF Ambassadors design and lead [...]

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Ideation Hub Africa (IHA) African Masterclass Series 6.0

Deadline: Rolling Basis Applications are open for the Ideation Hub Africa African Masterclass Series 6.0. The African Masterclass Series 6.0 is a bold, FREE 12-week Impact Accelerator designed to equip 2,500 changemakers, social innovators, social impact leaders, and NGOs across the continent with future-ready skills in funding, technology, AI, innovation, and leadership. Themed "The Impact [...]

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