European Space Agency (ESA) is currently accepting applications for its African Research Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About ESA African Research Fellowships
The African Research Fellowship (ARF) programme—part of the EO AFRICA flagship initiative of the European Space Agency (ESA), in partnership with the African Space Agency (AfSA), an organ of the African Union, and in coordination with the African Union Commission (AUC)—empowers the next generation of African Earth observation (EO) leaders. Since its launch in 2021, ten outstanding fellows have already advanced their research at ESA.
Benefits of ESA African Research Fellowships
Your research will be fully integrated into the EO AFRICA R&D Initiative. Fellows will gain access to:
- ESA supported cloud computing resources (e.g. EO Africa Innovation Lab, Space-HPC…) to facilitate collaboration with European scientists in implementing research ideas.
- The EO AFRICA Space Academy and Digital Campus, which offer dedicated training, scientific tools, and a wealth of expertise to support your project.
- A professional network that promotes open research practices and reproducible science.
ESA African Research Fellowships Requirements
- Open to African researchers holding a PhD, or a Master’s degree with substantial proven research experience in satellite Earth Observation, satellite remote sensing, or a closely related field.
- They seek innovators driven to translate data into sustainable solutions.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
29 April, 2026
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