A solution to waste pollution in Nigeria
The proper management of plastic waste in Nigeria has posed to be a herculean task as the waste generation and environmental pollution is steadily on the increase, especially in the rural areas and suburbs, due to the steep rise in the number of plastic bottles globally. The clear and obvious presence of poorly […]
Sahara Impact Fund Past Fellow
“My journey started during my undergraduate days. It started as a community initiative. We used to go from one rural community to another, doing advocacy and sensitization on sustainable environment. It was during these times, that I realized that plastic waste was a serious problem in Nigeria. This is how PetPoint technology came about. The […]
Sahara Impact Fund Past Fellows
“I got to learn about the Sahara impact fund through a friend. The link was sent to me and I looked through the form. I knew I met all the criteria listed in the form, so I filled the form, submitted and waited. When they reached out to me, my excitement knew no bound. Being […]
Sahara Foundation Graduates Inaugural Cohort of the Sahara Impact Fund- “The Resilient Cohort”
In October 2020, Sahara Foundation conceptualized the Sahara Impact Fund (“SIF”)- a strategic partnership between Sahara Foundation, Ford Foundation, LEAP Africa and Impact Investment Foundation created to support the generation of innovative solutions which will increase access to clean energy, promote sustainable environments all targeted at accelerating attainment of the SDGs in a manner […]
OPPORTUNITY CALLS: Speak Up, Stand Out- The SUSO Program For Changemakers in Nigeria 2021
Deadline: 26th September 2021 Application for the Speak Up, Stand Out- The SUSO Program is now open. The program aims to empower young people with media and information knowledge and grassroots mobilization skills to participate meaningfully in the socio-political development of their communities by maximizing digital platforms for social mobilization, amplifying youth voices and developing […]
2020 Schneider Go Green for the Middle East and Africa
Deadline: January 30, 2020 Schneider Electric is leading the Digital Transformation of Energy Management and Automation. We are always on the lookout for bold ideas that can shape the future of our industry and our company. Schneider Go Green is now celebrating 10 years and our 2020 edition is going to be even more special! […]
2020 MCW Global Young Leaders Access Program
Deadline: January 5, 2020 The MCW Global’s year-long flagship program is for participants between the ages of 18 to 26, who are prepared to become leaders of positive change in their communities by obtaining tools and skills needed to transform passion into action. MCW is a non-profit organization that addresses communities’ needs by empowering current […]
2020 Wageninge Africa Scholarship Programme
Deadline: February 01, 2020 The Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP) has been initiated by Wageningen University and Research to give talented and motivated students from Africa the opportunity to study in Wageningen. With this programme, Wageningen wants to support capacity building in Africa by attracting excellent students for a 2-years master’s programme. Worth In an effort […]
2020 Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP) for Mid-career Academics
Deadline: December 20 2019 The ASLP is an initiative of the University of Pretoria in partnership with the Global Young Academy, funded by the Robert Bosch Stiftung. It serves early- to mid-career researchers in basic and applied science, engineering, social sciences, arts, and the humanities. The programme aims to grow mid-career African academics in the […]
2020/2021 World Citizen Talent Scholarship for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Study in the Netherland
Deadline: March 31, 2020 Each year, a maximum of three (one-time) scholarships each worth EUR 5,000 is available to prospective master students. We are seeking intelligent, talented and ambitious people who view themselves as citizens of the world. Eligibility Come from outside The Netherlands and don’t live in the Netherlands. Are enrolling for the first […]