Scholarships by Education Sub Saharan Africa (ESSA) 2025 - 2026

ESSA improves education using evidence and data from Africa in research, advocacy and programme design. We take a systems approach by identifying challenges and co-designing solutions in partnership with local education researchers, higher education leaders, policymakers, funders and employers to improve education outcomes for young people. Our research generates actionable insights that inform decisions, policies and practice and strengthen education systems.

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  • Call for Applications: Education Sub-Subharan Africa Research Grants on Foundational Learning 2025(With up to $15,000 in Grants)

    Do you work as a researcher in Ghana, Kenya, Senegal, or Zambia? For the 2025 Education Sub-Subharan Africa Research Grants on Foundational Learning, applications are now being accepted. Candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.

    Date Posted: 17 Sep, 2025