Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (Africa): Scholarship for African Students

The Jacobs Foundation offers research fellowships to early and mid-career researchers in child and youth development working in developing countries including Africa. Fellows receive financial support for 3 years and join a global network of researchers committed to improving the lives of young people.

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Quick Facts — Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (Africa)

Academic LevelPostdoctoral
Funding TypeOther
Application DeadlineNovember 30, 2026

Who Is Eligible for Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (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.

Applicants must be studying at the Postdoctoral level.

How to Apply for Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (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 November 30, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (Africa)?

Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (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 Postdoctoral level.

What does Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (Africa) cover?

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

When is the deadline for Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (Africa)?

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

How do I apply for Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship for Child Development (Africa) from Africa?

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