Call for The African Scholarship Programme 2027 by The Nordic Africa Institute is open !! Apply and work in Sweden !!
The African Scholarship Programme provides opportunities for the early researchers based in Africa to work with the Nordic Africa Institute on research. The duration of the stay is approximately 90 days (3 months).
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The purpose of the African Scholarship Programme is to provide opportunities for early career researchers based in Africa to work and develop their ongoing research at the Nordic Africa Institute. The scholarship offers access to the Institute’s library, hosting by the Institute’s researchers, networking opportunities and other resources that provide for a stimulating research environment.
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Through the programme, the Nordic Africa Institute aims to contribute to building capacity in the production of knowledge about Africa, and to promote and establish relations with and between African and Nordic research communities. Hosting guest researchers at the Nordic Africa Institute helps the Institute to learn about current research and to benefit from networking opportunities with scholars from the continent.
The scholarship programme is directed at early career researchers based in Africa and engaged in Africa-oriented research. The research topic should be within the disciplines of Social Sciences and Humanities, and with a focus on contemporary Africa. The research should also be relevant to the core principles of the UN Agenda 2030.
The scholarship includes a return air-fare (economy class), accommodation, a subsistence allowance of 450 SEK (approx. 50 USD) per day plus an installation grant of 2,500 SEK (approx. 280 USD) and access to a workspace, including a desk computer, in a shared office at the Institute. Please note that the subsistence allowance will be provided only for the days spent in Uppsala.
The Institute’s library is specialised in literature on contemporary Africa and focuses on Social Sciences. Furthermore, Guest Researchers have access to the Uppsala University Library and to the Library of the Uppsala University. Applications for their scholarships are rigorously assessed by a selection committee, operating under strict and transparent rules of ethics and proficiency.
Location:
SwedenBenefits
- A return air-fare (economy class), accommodation, a subsistence allowance of 450 SEK (approx. 50 USD) per day
- An installation grant of 2,500 SEK (approx. 280 USD)
- Access to a workspace, including a desk computer, in a shared office at the Institute.
- Research opportunity with world-renowned professionals
Eligibilities
- The programme is open to two categories of early career researchers:
- PhD students enrolled in an Africa-based doctoral program and with full-time employment at an Africa-based university or research centre, and who do not have access to PhD funding from an international scholarship or other international funding opportunities.
- Postdoctoral researchers within four years of PhD completion, with employment at an African university or research centre.
Eligible Regions: Open for countries in Africa
Application Process
- Applicants are required to complete their applications with necessary information in the “apply link” and provide the following documents:
- Up-to-date CV, including list of publications
- Outline of research project
- Work plan
- Reference Letter
Application Deadline: April 6, 2026 (13 Days Remaining)
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