CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship: Scholarship for African Students

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) in East Africa offers graduate research fellowships for African students working on maize and wheat improvement, food security, and sustainable intensification. Fellows work at CIMMYT's regional hub in Nairobi.

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Quick Facts — CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship

Host CountryKenya
Application DeadlineDecember 31, 2026

Who Is Eligible for CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship?

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 CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship

  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 December 31, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship?

CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship 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 CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship cover?

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

When is the deadline for CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship?

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

How do I apply for CIMMYT Eastern Africa Graduate Research Fellowship from Africa?

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