NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme Africa: Scholarship for African Students

The Norwegian Programme for Capacity Development in Higher Education and Research for Development (NORHED II) builds capacity at African universities through PhD training, joint research, and academic exchange with Norwegian institutions. Fully funded PhD positions at African and Norwegian universities.

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Quick Facts — NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme Africa

Application DeadlineDecember 31, 2026

Who Is Eligible for NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme 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 NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme 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 December 31, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme Africa?

NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme 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 NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme Africa cover?

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

When is the deadline for NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme Africa?

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

How do I apply for NORHED II Norwegian Capacity Building Programme Africa from Africa?

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