DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa): Scholarship for African Students

The South African Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and National Research Foundation (NRF) jointly fund postgraduate scholarships through Centres of Excellence at South African universities. Open to South Africans and other Africans studying priority research areas including climate, biodiversity, and food security.

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Quick Facts — DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa)

Host CountrySouth Africa
Application DeadlineSeptember 30, 2026

Who Is Eligible for DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa)?

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 DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa)

  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 September 30, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa)?

DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa) 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 DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa) cover?

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

When is the deadline for DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa)?

The application deadline is September 30, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence Scholarship (South Africa) from Africa?

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