UNESCO Science for Crisis Response and Solutions Research Continuity Grants for Africa 2026 ($2,000 in Grants)

In short

The UNESCO Science for Crisis Response and Solutions Research Continuity Grants support African researchers whose natural-science research was interrupted by crisis. Six grants of up to USD 2,000 each are available, with a deadline for applications on 15 November 2026.

Who can apply

Type of organisation : Research institutions

Area of work : Not restricted or not stated

Stage : Not restricted or not stated

What you will need

• Applicants must be African nationals.
• Applicants must be based at a recognized university or research institute in an African country.
• Applicants must hold at least a Master's degree or an equivalent recognized research qualification.
• Research must be in natural sciences or interdisciplinary with a substantial natural-science component.
• Research must have been interrupted by armed conflict or a natural or biological hazard within the previous three years.
• Proposed activities must be completable within six months and within the USD 2,000 grant ceiling.
• A signed support letter from an authorized representative of the host institution is required.
• Confirmation that the same costs are not being funded from another source is needed.