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African-German Network of Excellence in Science (AGNES) is currently accepting applications for its Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers 2026. Interested applicants are encoruaged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Opportunity Details
The 2025 AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers is a funding program designed to help doctoral students in sub-Saharan Africa spend 1–2 months at another African university or research institute. The goal is to strengthen scientific collaboration, build networks, and support young researchers in completing parts of their doctoral work.
Covers travel, subsistence, and research allowance.
Maximum grant amounts:
1 month: €2,300
1.5 months: €2,650
2 months: €3,000
Nationals of sub-Saharan African countries, with priority to under-represented countries such as Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali, DRC, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, and others.
Officially registered doctoral students.
Must have published at least one article from their thesis in a SCOPUS or Web of Science-indexed journal.
Must secure a host institution in another sub-Saharan African country with a mutually agreed research plan.
Female candidates may apply for both grants but can receive only one; male candidates may apply only for the general grant.
Secure a Host Institution – Identify and confirm a host in another sub-Saharan African country and agree on workspace and bench requirements.
Prepare Application Documents – Include a research proposal, CV in AGNES template, proof of doctoral registration, academic transcripts, evidence of published work, travel and living cost estimates, and the host’s invitation letter.
Submit Online – Complete the application on the AGNES portal by 30 November 2025.
Notification and Research Stay – Applicants will be notified after the January 2026 selection meeting. Research stays are scheduled between April and September 2026. Acceptance letters must be submitted within two weeks of approval, and progress reports are required within six months of completing the research stay.
Apply for AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers
