UNESCO Youth Hackathon 2026: Applications Now Open!

Are you passionate about AI, digital innovation, media, or creating positive change? UNESCO is inviting young innovators from around the world to take part in the Youth Hackathon 2026.

Build innovative solutions that promote:
• Artificial Intelligence
• Media & Information Literacy
• Digital Innovation
• Community Impact

Winning teams will receive:
-A sponsored trip to Greece
-Global recognition
-Mentorship from UNESCO experts
-Opportunity to present their project at an international event

Application Deadline: 16 August 2026

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Beyond the Hype: Building a Durable Career in a Changing Technology Industry
📅 August 1, 2026
📍 Online

Speaker: Rakshita Kulshrestha, Manager - Global Response Operations, Meta, with over a decade of experience in strategy, operations, Trust & Safety, and small-business sales in the technology sector.

Who Should Attend: Students, early-career professionals, and women interested in technology, Internet governance, policy, research, communications, Trust & Safety, and related fields.

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Calling Future African Leaders | Master’s Applications Now Open

The Pan African Institute for Development – East and Southern Africa (PAID-ESA) is now accepting applications for its 2026/2027 Master’s Programmes.

With 60 years of academic and professional excellence, PAID-ESA equips professionals with the knowledge and leadership skills needed to drive sustainable development across Africa.

Programmes Available:
• MSc in Peace, Conflict and International Relations
• MSc in Public Health
• MSc in Project Management
• MSc in Environment and Natural Resource Management
• MSc in Development Programming and Regional Integration
• Executive MA in Peace, Security and Development

📅 Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

🔗 Learn more and apply: www.paidesa.org
📧 Inquiries: programs@paidesa.org

If this opportunity aligns with your goals, or someone in your network could benefit from it, don’t hesitate to share.

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Qatar Government Scholarships 2026/27 (Fully Funded)

Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with $5,500 Living Stipends
* ⁠Provides Travel Allowances and Flight Tickets

Click here to apply 📌

Deadline: August 31, 2026

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Anyone interested to go for master

https://au-afcfta.org/kaist-global-transport-and-trade-expert-program/

Global Innovation Challenge 2026
📅 Deadline: August 31, 2026
📍 Social Shifters

For:
✔️ Founders aged 18–30
✔️ Youth-led startups or projects where young founders have clear decision-making authority
✔️ Projects already delivering measurable social or environmental impact
✔️ Applicants from any country worldwide.

Receive:
💰 Up to $15,000 USD in grant funding
🤝 Free founder support and application guidance
🎤 One-to-one pitch coaching for finalists from industry professionals
🌍 Global exposure alongside leading international organisations and brands
🚀 Ongoing access to grants, fellowships, networking opportunities and paid opportunities through the Social Shifters Opportunities Gateway.

🔗 Click here to apply.

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CYBER-ወግ Forum: Digital Transformation, Assurance & Compliance

Benefits:
* Expert talks by Asebe Jeware (CISSP, CISM, CISA) and Dr. Tilahun Ejigu
* Practical insights on cybersecurity, assurance, risk and compliance
* Networking with GRC, IT and business leaders


Deadline: August 29, 2026

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TU Berlin DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)

Benefits:
* Full scholarship with €11,904 per year
* Accommodation provided
* Travel costs covered
* Family allowance


Deadline: August 31, 2026

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2026 University of Calgary Entrance Scholarship

Benefits:
* $20,000 per year


Deadline: December 1, 2026

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2026 University of Calgary Entrance Scholarship

Benefits:
* $20,000 per year


Deadline: December 1, 2026

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Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship — University of Osaka

Benefits:
* Tuition support
* Monthly scholarship allowance
* Airfare


Deadline: September 1, 2026

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World Bank GovTech AI Bootcamp Program 2026 (Fully Funded)

Benefits:
* Full sponsorship with accommodation
* Travel costs covered


Deadline: October 2, 2026

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timbuktoo Africa UniPods AI Programme 2026

Benefits:
* Technical support and prototyping guidance
* Entrepreneurship training and mentorship
* In-person bootcamp in Addis Ababa


Deadline: August 23, 2026

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ARES Scholarship in Belgium 2027 (Fully Funded)

Benefits:
* Full scholarship with monthly stipends
* Travel allowance provided


Deadline: September 18, 2026

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2027 Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Scholarships in Qatar (Fully Funded)

Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with Monthly Stipends
* Provides Accommodation and Roundtrip Airfare Tickets


Deadline: January 15, 2027

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Czech Republic Government Scholarships 2026 - Developing Countries (Fully Funded)

Benefits:
* Full tuition coverage
* Monthly living stipend
* Accommodation support
* Health insurance


Deadline: September 30, 2026

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2026 Africa's Data Future Fellowship Application

Benefits:
* Fellowship Benefits
* A stipend of US$1,500 maximum upon successful completion of the fellowship
* Bi-weekly virtual masterclasses and expert sessions with sector leaders
* Fellows’ work featured on CSEA’s platforms


Deadline: September 18, 2026

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University of Toronto Lester B Pearson Scholarship in Canada 2027 (Fully Funded)

Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with Stipends
* Provides Accommodation


Deadline: November 6, 2026

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