Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme: Scholarship for African Students

The Wellcome Trust-funded Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Training Programme provides fully funded PhD fellowships for early career healthcare professionals from Africa committed to improving health and wellbeing on the continent. The programme funds up to 5 PhD fellowships per year for 5 years (2022-2027), totalling 25 fellowships. Fellows are based in Zimbabwe, Zambia, Ethiopia, The Gambia, or Uganda and are affiliated with African partner institutions. Fellows have the choice of registering for their PhD in their home country or at one of the UK partner institutions (including LSHTM and King's College London). The fellowship provides a comprehensive package of support including stipend, research costs, training, mentoring, and academic supervision from both African and UK universities. The programme aims to build a critical mass of research-active African health professionals who can lead health research in their countries, strengthening Africa's research capacity for long-term pandemic preparedness and health system strengthening.

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Quick Facts — Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme

Academic LevelPhD
Funding TypeFull Ride
Application DeadlineMay 31, 2026

Who Is Eligible for Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme?

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 Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme?

Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme 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 Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme cover?

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

When is the deadline for Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme?

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

How do I apply for Wellcome Trust Global Health Research in Africa Doctoral Programme from Africa?

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