SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship: Scholarship for African Students

The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship programme supports PhD students and early career researchers at African universities in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda who are working on research related to peace, security, and development. The programme awards 45 fellowships per year covering dissertation proposal development, dissertation research (up to US,000 in research costs), and dissertation completion (up to US,000 stipend plus one-year leave from teaching). The SSRC is a leading US-based social science research organisation with a long-standing commitment to supporting social science research in Africa. The programme aims to strengthen the capacity of African social scientists to conduct rigorous research and contribute to evidence-based policy on issues of peace, security, and development. Fellows become part of the SSRC's global network of social scientists and gain access to mentoring, peer networks, and opportunities to present their research at international conferences.

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Quick Facts — SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship

Academic LevelPhD
Funding TypeStipend
Application DeadlineJune 30, 2026

Who Is Eligible for SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation 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.

Applicants must be studying at the PhD level.

How to Apply for SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation 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 June 30, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship?

SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation 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 PhD level.

What does SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship cover?

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

When is the deadline for SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship?

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

How do I apply for SSRC Next Generation Social Sciences in Africa Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship from Africa?

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