International Research Training Program Scholarship (IRTP)

Benefits:
* Full tuition fee coverage
* $40,500/year living allowance (tax-free)
* Overseas Student Health Cover (single or family)
* Up to 3.5 years for PhD, 2 years for Master


Deadline: October 7, 2026

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The NEWFin Award for Best Innovation is open for submissions. If your startup is leveraging technology to drive financial inclusion, apply now for financial grants, 1-on-1 executive mentorship, and investor pitch access.

Read the full Terms of Reference and Click here to apply.

Deadline: September 25, 2026

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Ethiopian Investment Holdings Young Graduate Program 2026

Benefits:
* Practical experience at EIH
* Learn from experienced professionals
* Real business challenges
* Career foundation in Ethiopias economic sector


Deadline: September 25, 2026

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Consultancy: Interactive Dashboard for Food Systems Resilience Analysis

Benefits:
* Consultancy contract
* Regional impact across 7 IGAD Member States
* Work with 14 years of food systems data


Deadline: September 20, 2026

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Consultant to Develop Regional IGAD Soil Information System (SIS)

Benefits:
* 120 calendar days contract
* World Bank-financed project (IDA-E 0820)
* Work across 7 IGAD Member States
* Regional agricultural data systems impact


Deadline: September 20, 2026

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Applications for Compute Grant Cohort 4 are still open.

Whether you’re an AI venture building for live markets or a research team advancing datasets, models, methods or benchmarks, you can apply for access to the compute needed to take your work further.

📌Track A - Innovators & Ventures
For teams building and deploying AI products in live markets.

🔗Apply: https://lnkd.in/dmMYsDtG

📌Track B - Researchers
For university and institute teams advancing AI research.

🔗Apply: https://lnkd.in/dgQyUHzx

⏰ Apply by 30 September 2026.

If compute is the missing piece between where your project is and where you want it to go, this is your chance to apply.

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AFRICA’S DATA FUTURE FELLOWSHIP 2026

Applications are OPEN for Africa’s Data Future Fellowship 2026, a three-month virtual programme designed for emerging African professionals interested in data governance, digital policy, technology, and Africa’s digital future.

What the fellowship offers:
✅ 3-month virtual programme
✅ Bi-weekly expert-led masterclasses
✅ Pan-African professional networking
✅ Exposure to data governance and digital policy discussions
✅ US$1,500 stipend upon successful completion

Who should apply?
African professionals with a postgraduate degree and at least one year of relevant professional experience in areas such as social sciences, law, technology, data policy, digital governance, or related fields.

📅 Application Deadline: 18 September 2026
🌐 Programme starts: October 2026
⏱️ Commitment: Approximately 2 hours per week

Click here to apply

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Accountant

Benefits:
* Competitive Base Salary
* Housing Allowance
* Transportation Allowance
* Performance Allowance


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STARK Official Hackathon

Benefits:
* 50,000 ETB prize pool
* Free entry
* Tools and credits for winning teams
* Mentorship from designers, engineers, and founders


Deadline: October 2, 2026

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National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic (NSP)

Benefits:
* Monthly scholarship (620-1,470 EUR depending on category)
* Travel allowance based on distance from place of residence to Slovakia
* Possible accommodation assistance
* Duration varies by program (typically 1-10 months)


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Curators University AI Fellowship 2026

Benefits:
* Build practical AI knowledge
* Engage with experts
* Explore AI applications to real-world challenges
* Access to wider AI ecosystem


Deadline: October 10, 2026

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INFNOVA Creative Talk - Bridging the Gap Between Academy and Industry

Benefits:
* Listen to expert panel discussions
* Network with academia and industry professionals
* Engage meaningful conversations
* Strengthen education-work bridge


Deadline: September 19, 2026

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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at University of Pretoria

Benefits:
* Fully funded scholarship
* Tuition coverage
* Accommodation and meals
* Leadership development


Deadline: September 30, 2026

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DAAD EPOS: Development-Related Postgraduate Courses

Benefits:
* Monthly stipend: 992 euros (graduates) or 1,300-1,400 euros (doctoral candidates)
* Health, accident and personal liability insurance
* Travel allowance (if not covered by other source)
* Monthly rent subsidy


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Backend Developer

Benefits:
* Competitive Salary: ETB 25,000-40,000
* International Clients
* Full-time hybrid role


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ECA Innovation Café at AfIGF 2026

Benefits:
* Present to policymakers and investors
* Showcase at AfIGF 2026 in Accra
* Connect with development partners and technical community
* Visibility for African-led AI innovations


Deadline: November 2, 2026

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Africa Technology Leadership Conference (ATLC 2026)

Benefits:
* Network with presidents, ministers, CEOs
* Access closed-door roundtables and signings
* ATLC 2026 Communiqué adoption
* Policy & research briefs


Deadline: October 22, 2026

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Community Growth Manager

Benefits:
* Competitive Salary: ETB 35,000-40,000
* Full-time role


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Cross-Border Data Transfer: Balancing Regulation, Tech Infrastructure, and Trade

Benefits:
* Learn from global experts
* Insights on cross-border data transfer regulations
* Networking with data protection professionals
* Understanding of GDPR, EMEA & APAC data privacy practices


Deadline: September 29, 2026

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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at University of Edinburgh

Benefits:
* Fully funded postgraduate scholarship
* On-campus or online study
* Access to University of Edinburgh programs
* Application fee waiver


Deadline: October 19, 2026

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MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP)

Benefits:
* Short courses in the Netherlands
* Tailor-Made Training for organisations
* Build professional networks
* Funded by Dutch government


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