African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards: Scholarship for African Students

The African Union Kwame Nkrumah Continental Scientific Awards recognize outstanding young African scientists in basic sciences, applied sciences, and life sciences. Award recipients receive prize money and research support to advance Africa-focused scientific research.

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Quick Facts — African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards

Funding TypeOther
Application DeadlineMay 31, 2026

Who Is Eligible for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards?

This scholarship is open to students from: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

How to Apply for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards

  1. Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
  2. Prepare your documents including academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and personal statement.
  3. Submit your application before May 31, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards?

African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards is open to students from Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe studying at the eligible level.

What does African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards cover?

This other scholarship covers tuition and may include additional benefits such as living expenses and travel costs.

When is the deadline for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards?

The application deadline is May 31, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Awards from Africa?

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