Canon Foundation in Europe - Japan-Africa Programme 2026 (With up to €27,500 in Funding)

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About Canon Foundation in Europe - Japan-Africa Programme

The Japan-Africa Programme offers grants to post-graduate scholars from Japan and Africa who want to do research in African Studies in Africa and Japan respectively. The Programme is intended to support 1) Researchers from Japan to carry out research at institutes in African universities and 2) Researchers from Africa to carry out research at institutes in Japanese universities.The proposed research prioritises people-to-people projects that support development in Africa through scientific research and bilateral knowledge exchange.

• Sponsor Organisation: Canon Foundation in Europe

Benefits of Canon Foundation in Europe - Japan-Africa Programme

• Financial support ranges between €22,500 and €27,500 annually.

The organisation provides:

• Research fellowships lasting from three months up to one year.
• Co-sponsored research opportunities.
• Regional fellow meetings and networking activities.
• Access to an international fellowship alumni network.

Canon Foundation in Europe - Japan-Africa Programme Requirements

Applicants are generally expected to:

• Be postgraduate researchers or highly qualified scholars.
• Secure affiliation with a host university or research institute.
• Present a detailed research proposal aligned with the programme objectives.
• Demonstrate the academic value and developmental impact of their work.

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

15 September, 2026

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