Author: Emmanuel Igbinovia

APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN Are you considering a PhD in Europe focused on political institutions, democracy and conflict? Uppsala University in Sweden is recruiting two doctoral candidates in Peace and Conflict Research through the Democratic Institutions and Violence Network in Europe (DIViNE), a European research network funded through the EU’s Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions program. The positions combine doctoral research and employment with opportunities to collaborate across five European universities. Each candidate will develop an independent research project, participate in network training and complete a research stay and a secondment at a policy organisation. The two vacancies focus on different…

APPLICATIONS CLOSED — PREPARE FOR THE NEXT CYCLE The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University supports master’s-level education for African students and focuses on fields including public health, public policy, nutrition and sustainable agriculture. The programme is particularly important for applicants who need substantial financial support to pursue graduate education outside their home country. However, the application process is not a conventional university scholarship application. Applicants must first go through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program process before they can proceed to McGill’s graduate admission stage. The Fall 2027 application cycle is now closed. McGill has advised prospective applicants to…

For many international students, admission to the University of Cambridge is only one part of the challenge. The bigger question is often: How will I finance a Cambridge education? The Gates Cambridge Scholarship Program 2027/2028 provides one of the major funding routes for outstanding postgraduate applicants from outside the United Kingdom. The programme offers around 75 full-cost scholarships each year across the two Gates Cambridge application rounds. For the 2027/28 cycle, approximately 55 awards are available through the international round for eligible applicants who are not US citizens residing in the United States. Around two-thirds of the overall awards are…

For many Nigerian undergraduates, the cost of university goes far beyond tuition. There are textbooks to buy, accommodation to pay for, transportation, feeding, internet subscriptions and countless academic expenses that can make university life financially demanding. This is where corporate scholarships in Nigeria can make a significant difference. Companies and corporate foundations operating in Nigeria have established scholarship programmes that support students who meet specific academic, institutional or demographic requirements. Some of the most frequently searched opportunities include scholarships associated with MTN Foundation, NNPC joint ventures and Chevron, while other companies periodically introduce education-support initiatives. However, getting a corporate scholarship…

For young African women lawyers, gaining meaningful courtroom experience, contributing to strategic litigation and building a career in human rights law can be difficult without access to strong professional networks and practical opportunities. The CFJ Fellowship Programme 2027, formerly known as the Waging Justice for Women Fellowship, offers an opportunity for early-career women lawyers to gain hands-on experience while supporting legal and advocacy work that advances the rights of women and children. The one-year fellowship will place selected fellows with host organisations in Kenya, Malawi, South Africa and The Gambia. Fellows will receive a paid placement, professional mentorship, legal training…

APPLICATIONS CLOSED — PREPARE FOR THE NEXT CYCLE The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Arizona State University offers graduate study opportunities for young African professionals interested in technology, innovation and related fields. For the 2027–2028 cycle, Arizona State University announced 30 graduate study opportunities across selected master’s programmes. The current application deadline was September 27, 2026. Since that deadline has now passed, this article is designed both as a record of the 2027–2028 cycle and as a preparation guide for applicants who want to monitor the next opportunity. Quick Facts DetailInformationProgrammeMastercard Foundation Scholars Program at ASUHost institutionArizona State UniversityStudy levelGraduate/Master’sTarget…

Journalists working in Eastern Africa who want to strengthen their reporting on health and humanitarian issues can use the MSF Eastern Africa Media Fellowship as an opportunity to develop specialised reporting skills and gain access to experts and MSF projects. The fellowship is organised by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Eastern Africa and is designed specifically for journalists who want to report on humanitarian and health issues affecting communities across the region. The 2026 application period has now closed. However, the programme is worth understanding for journalists preparing for future editions. Quick Facts DetailInformationFellowshipMSF Eastern Africa Media FellowshipOrganisationMédecins Sans FrontièresTarget groupJournalistsRegionEastern…

Getting a remote tech or design job is a major milestone—but receiving the offer is only the beginning. Once an international employer says, “We’re excited to offer you the position,” a new set of questions begins. How will you be hired? Will you be an employee or contractor? How will you receive your salary? What should you know about contracts, taxes, communication and working with an international team? For students, recent graduates and young African professionals pursuing remote tech jobs, international design roles and USD-paying opportunities, understanding these practical aspects can make the transition from applicant to global professional much…

By this stage, you’ve chosen a specialization, built meaningful projects, strengthened your GitHub profile, created a professional online presence, and started building your personal brand. Now comes the stage that many candidates underestimate—not because it’s technically difficult, but because it requires consistency, patience, and strategy. Finding a remote USD-paying role isn’t about sending 500 identical applications. It’s about sending the right applications to the right companies at the right time. Many talented African developers and designers remain unemployed not because they lack skills, but because they apply inefficiently. Let’s change that. Phase 3: Build a Smart Remote Job Search Strategy…

The AAUW International Fellowship supports women pursuing graduate-level study in the United States, including master’s and doctoral study in STEM fields under the 2027–2028 program. For African women considering graduate study in the United States, the fellowship can be relevant because applicants do not have to be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. However, the program has detailed academic, residency, degree and immigration requirements that applicants should understand before preparing an application. The 2027–2028 application period opened on August 17, 2026 and closed on September 17, 2026. Quick Facts DetailInformationFellowshipAAUW International FellowshipStudy locationUnited StatesTarget groupWomen who are not U.S. citizens or…