Oppenheimer Africa Research Grant 2026: $150,000 Funding Opportunity for Early-Career Scientists in Africa @Career Scientists in Africa

Overview

The Oppenheimer Africa Research Grant 2026 is open for applications, offering a significant funding opportunity of $150,000 to support innovative research projects focused on biodiversity and conservation across Africa.

Eligibility

To qualify for this grant, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• 1. Early-Career Scientist: Hold a PhD degree and have no more than seven years of postdoctoral research or work experience.
• 2. Strong Institutional Affiliation in Africa: Affiliated with a credible African institution that manages research funding.
• 3. Africa-Focused Research: Proposed research must benefit Africa and address relevant challenges.

Benefits

The selected applicant will receive:

• $150,000 in total funding.
• Support for a research period of up to three years.

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to begin preparing their proposals well in advance, ensuring all eligibility requirements are addressed. Applications can be submitted here.

Deadline

1 May 2026 at 00:00 (SAST)