There are 19 verified scholarships matching Scholarships for African Women 2026, of which 6 are fully funded. Top listings include WAAW Foundation Scholarship for African Women in STEM, CaReFoAfrica Intra-Africa Mobility Scholarship for African Women, L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa. All are free to apply and link directly to official provider portals.
Discover 19 scholarships designed for African women in 2026. These programmes aim to close the gender gap in education by providing full funding for women from across the continent. Opportunities range from undergraduate to postdoctoral levels, covering fields such as STEM, business, health, and social sciences. Many include mentorship, leadership training, and networking alongside financial support. Scholar Africa is committed to helping African women access world-class education opportunities.
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Discover 19 scholarships designed for African women in 2026. These programmes aim to close the gender gap in education by providing full funding for women from across the continent. Opportunities range from undergraduate to postdoctoral levels, covering fields such as STEM, business, health, and social sciences. Many include mentorship, leadership training, and networking alongside financial support. Scholar Africa is committed to helping African women access world-class education opportunities.
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Scholar Africa lists 19 African Women scholarships for African students in 2026.
6 of the 19 scholarships are fully funded.
Eligibility varies by programme. Generally, students from any African country can apply. Check individual scholarship pages for specific requirements.
Browse the scholarships listed on this page, check eligibility criteria, and apply directly through each programme's official application portal.