UBA Foundation National Essay Competition (NEC) 2026 is open. This opportunity is for senior secondary students. The National Essay Competition, targeted at senior secondary students in Nigeria, is organised annually, as part of UBA Foundation’s education initiative which aims to prom
Published: 14 Sep 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Nigeria Deadline: 23 Oct 2026
The Miles Morland Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2026 Morland Writing Scholarships for African writers is open. MMF annually awards a small number of Morland Writing Scholarships, with the aim being to allow each Scholar the time to produce the first draft of a completed book.
Published: 31 Jul 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 22 Sep 2026
The Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP) works to promote the conservation and long-term sustainability of Alberta’s rangelands and the ecosystem services these working landscapes provide. Alberta’s Rangelands provide many ecological goods and services that benefit all Albertans. Clean
Published: 28 Jul 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Canada Deadline: 16 Sep 2026
With its unparalleled reach, the Sony World Photography Awards elevate the careers of photographers to the next level. Since the beginning, the Awards have championed inclusivity and access by being free to enter. Acting as an insight into photography today in all its diversity, the Awards spotlight
Published: 28 Jul 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 12 Jan 2027
The International Youth Math Challenge is an educational mathematics competition designed to enable students from around the world to test their problem-solving skills and expand their knowledge through diverse math problems.
Published: 22 Jul 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 27 Sep 2026
The Global Innovation Challenge 2026 is now open for applications from young founders (aged 18 to 30) globally who are leading innovative projects and startups that are already delivering social or environmental impact on the ground.
Published: 20 Jul 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 31 Aug 2026
Now in its 14th year, the Thomson Foundation Young Journalist Award in partnership with the UK Foreign Press Association (FPA) is open to journalists aged 30 or under on 30 November 2026 from and living in countries with a Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of USD 20,000 or less. Those who meet
Published: 10 Jul 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 09 Aug 2026
The Harry Frank Guggenheim Distinguished Scholar Awards (formerly the Harry Frank Guggenheim Research Grants) recognize leading researchers proposing to make a significant contribution to illuminating an issue of violence. The Foundation welcomes proposals from any of the natural and social scien
Published: 03 Jul 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 31 Jul 2026
The Global Youth Contest invites you to share how learning with the FAO elearning Academy has shaped your journey and enabled you to turn knowledge into action, whether by acquiring new skills, advancing your studies, career, or creating positive change in your community. Take part by submitting
Published: 17 Jun 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Italy Deadline: 31 Jul 2026
At Heirs Insurance Group, the pivotal role teachers play in shaping the future is recognized. The Teachers’ Insurance Awareness Prize is our flagship initiative dedicated to honouring teachers who champion insurance education within their schools and communities. Whether through classroom
Published: 01 Jun 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Nigeria Deadline: 08 Jul 2026
The Heirs Insurance Essay Championship is an annual essay competition open to school students between JSS1 – JSS3 across Nigeria, with the aim of showcasing the creativity and talent of children. Essay Topic: The Power of Insurance in Creating Safer and More Secure Societies
Published: 01 Jun 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Nigeria Deadline: 08 Jul 2026
The Expatrio Scholarship mission is to support your next chapter in Germany. Moving to a new country is not always easy, and studying internationally can be expensive and stressful. Education changes lives and brings people from all over the world together. We want to empower you and help build
Published: 29 May 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Germany Deadline: 30 Sep 2026
BIC brings to you the “Art Master” Ball Pen art contest that encourages the talents across Africa and Middle East to showcase their creativity and compete with fellow artists. A chance for global exposure with BIC Art Collection. If tomorrow was yours to create… what
Published: 15 May 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 20 Jul 2026
Things that others find difficult come easily to you. Thanks to your exceptional abilities – whether in the form of mathematical talent, outstanding social skills, or completely selfless dedication to the environment, people, and animals – you effortlessly rise to every challenge and ear
Published: 13 May 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Germany Deadline: 15 Jun 2026
The Commonwealth Youth Photography Competition 2026 is a celebration of young talent, global connection, and the natural world that binds us all. Organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society, the Commonwealth Secretariat and the City of London Youth Natural Environment Board, this compet
Published: 12 May 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 08 Jun 2026
UNESCO has opened the call for applications and nominations for the 2026 International Literacy Prizes. Literacy educators, organizations, and governments from around the world are invited to submit outstanding programmes that have made a meaningful contribution to literacy as a driver of human empo
Published: 07 May 2026 Type: Contest Deadline: 01 Jun 2026
This award programme identifies and funds outstanding research proposals in low- or middle-income countries with high potential for excellence in research and clear policy implications for addressing development issues.
Published: 29 Apr 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Japan Deadline: 17 Jun 2026
This award programme invites non-profit NGOs and CSOs to submit project proposals supporting (in particular) improved service delivery, and innovative approaches that may be scaled up through a grant. The Award targets projects currently at the stage of implementation, and which have a high potentia
Published: 29 Apr 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Japan Value: US$ 125,000 Deadline: 17 Jun 2026
The International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition (IAAC) is a global science challenge for high school and university students interested in astronomy. This year's prizes include telescopes signed by astronaut Frank De Winne and Nobel Prize laureates Francois Englert, Gerard 't Hooft,
Published: 26 Mar 2026 Type: Contest Value: Fully Funded Deadline: 17 Apr 2026
The International Chemistry Competition (IChC) is a global chemistry challenge designed for high school and university students who are curious about how matter and chemical processes shape the world. As an accessible, research-oriented, and internationally connected program, IChC allows participant
Published: 13 Mar 2026 Type: Contest Study in: Germany Deadline: 29 Mar 2026