Megatrends Afrika Fellowships 2026 | Fully Funded

Megatrends Afrika Fellowships

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Applications are now being accepted from all qualified researcher for the Megatrends Afrika Fellowships 2026.

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The Megatrends Afrika Fellowships offers monthly grant of € 2,800, an economy-class return trip between their place of residence, public transport, mobile phone credit and other ancillary costs in Germany.

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.


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Scholarship Abstract

  • Host:  German Institutes
  • Location: Germany
  • Category: Fellowships
  • Benefits: Full Fellowship
    • Accommodation
    • Living Stipends
    • Visa
    • Research Grants
    • Medical Insurance
  • Eligibility: African Countries
  • Deadline: March 25, 2026

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Megatrends Afrika Fellowships Details

The Megatrends Afrika project is awarding three fellowships to African researchers.

Megatrends Afrika is a cooperation between the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP), the German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS) and the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (Kiel Institute).

The project conducts policy-relevant interdisciplinary research on Africa and provides policy advice to decision-makers.Fellowships will be granted for a period of three months in fall 2026, full-time. 

Fellows will conduct a research project independently or, if suitable, in collaboration with project team members or other IDOS, Kiel Institute and SWP colleagues – and contribute one paper to the project’s publication series.

Fellows are expected to participate in project meetings, events and other relevant activities of their host institution during their stay. 

For the duration of the fellowship, fellows will reside in the city of their host institution, i.e., in Berlin (SWP), Bonn (IDOS) or Kiel (Kiel Institute).

Fellows will receive a monthly grant of € 2,800, an economy-class return trip between their place of residence and Germany as well as some financial support for public transport, mobile phone credit and other ancillary costs in Germany.

Fellows who require a visa to enter Germany will be provided with a letter of support and assistance in the application process.

Megatrends Afrika Fellowships Benefits

The Megatrends Afrika Fellowships offers fellows :

  • a monthly grant of € 2,800,
  • an economy-class return trip between their place of residence and Germany
  • financial support for public transport,
  • mobile phone credit and
  • other ancillary costs in Germany. 

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Available Topics for Megatrends Afrika Fellowships Research

For the 2026 fellowship, the  following topics are available for research;

  • Peace and Security
  • Future of Democracy
  • Economic Prospects
  • Africa’s Role in the New World Order
  • Science Diplomacy and Science Cooperation

Also of interest would be research proposals on new technologies (artificial intelligence, space programmes) in African countries, international cooperation on Africa’s energy transition and critical raw materials, and the influence of digitalisation or urbanisation on political regimes in Africa. 

Megatrends Afrika Fellowships Requirements

To be eligible for the Megatrends Afrika Fellowships, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • A completed PhD in political science, economics, social sciences, geography, international relations, or relevant area studies;
  • Originating from an African country
  • Strong research and publication track record in areas of relevance to the Megatrends Afrika project
  • Experience in scientific policy advice is an advantage

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Megatrends Afrika Fellowships Required Documents

While applying for the Megatrends Afrika Fellowships, you will be required to submit the following documents;

  • one-page letter of motivation
  • an academic CV including a list of academic publications
  • sample of 2 recent publications
  • copies of relevant academic transcripts and/or diplomas (no translations needed)
  • a written concept note containing the description of the applicant’s project.
  • The concept note should not exceed 2,000 words and include a discussion of the project/research topic, its academic and policy relevance, feasibility and theoretical and methodological grounding.
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How To Apply for Megatrends Afrika Fellowships

To apply for the Megatrends Afrika Fellowships, follow the instructions we have outlined below; 

  • Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
  • Prepare all required documents.
  • Send application via email to megatrends mail

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Deadline: March 25th, 2026


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