Call For Applications: FBIS Africa Freshwater Biodiversity Data

Freshwater Research Centre

FundingUSD 5,000 to 10,000

DeadlineNovember 9, 2026Closes today

WhereAfrican countries

In short

The Freshwater Biodiversity Information System for Africa (FBIS Africa) invites applications for small grants between US$5,000 and US$10,000 to help researchers and institutions organize, digitize, and publish freshwater biodiversity data from Africa. Applications are open until November 9, 2026, and successful applicants will carry out their projects from January to June 2027.

Who can apply

Type of organisation : Research institutions, NGOs and non-profits, Individuals and informal projects

Area of work : Other areas

Stage : Not restricted or not stated

What you will need

Access to relevant freshwater biodiversity records
Demonstrate ownership or custodianship of data
Prepare datasets using the FBIS Africa Data Upload Template
Sign the FBIS Africa Data Sharing Agreement
Submit completed datasets and associated metadata to FBIS Africa
Agree to publish funded records on FBIS Africa and share with GBIF
Complete required technical and financial reports
Specify the number of unpublished occurrence records to mobilise

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