Six current grant opportunities for African NGOs, civil-society organisations, researchers and public institutions are accepting applications in August and September 2026. The calls cover public health, conservation, climate early warning, science and innovation, and cultural collaboration. Eligibility differs significantly. Some calls accept NGOs directly, while others require research institutions, multi-country consortia or specialist organisations. Read the complete official guidelines before investing time in an application. Current grants and funding opportunities in Africa 1. GEF SGP CSO Challenge Program: Environmental Solutions...

IDRC, Global Affairs Canada and CIHR are funding up to six SRHR research grants of up to CAD 1.2 million each for underserved populations in sub-Saharan Africa. Deadline 23 August 2026....

Internet Society Foundation's Common Good Cyber Fund offers up to US$300,000 for NGOs protecting cybersecurity infrastructure and civil society online. Deadline 4 August 2026....

Urgent Action Fund-Africa offers US$35,000 to US$200,000 across four grant tracks for African women's rights organisations and networks. Deadline 12 August 2026....

Deadline: 27 July 2026. UN Women is inviting qualified civil society organizations, networks, coalitions and consortiums working across Africa to submit proposals for the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) 2.0. This is a regional partnership opportunity rather than a general small-grants scheme. Applicants should first test whether their geographic reach, technical experience and partnership structure match the official call before investing in a full submission. Opportunity at a glance Funder: UN Women through the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme...