Call For Applications: CAPSI Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop 2025

The Program is open to PhD students registered at African universities at any research stage, this workshop will offer delegates hands-on coaching from specialists, enabling them to sharpen their academic writing and research capabilities.

This workshop is ideal for students who require coaching with framing and submitting successful proposals, as well as candidates who are seeking guidance from seasoned academic supervisors in developing their thesis.

• Table of Content
• About Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI)
• Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop
• Aim and Benefits of Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop
• Requirements for Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI)

The Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI), the first of its kind in Africa, has been structured to promote social change by building a culture of effective giving, and corporate social and civic responsibility. It serves as a source of knowledge, network of partnerships, and a motivation for innovation and community engagement. The Centre aspires to build a new generation of African experts, researchers and academics in African Philanthropy, Social Investment and related disciplines.... continue reading

Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop

Aim and Benefits of Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop

CAPSI will cover expenses including accommodation, food, and transport from WBS Campus in Parktown, Johannesburg, to Wits Rural Campus.

Requirements for Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop Qualification

Priority will be given to registered students in any of the following disciplines: Humanities (history, languages, literature, and philosophy); Social Sciences (anthropology, education, geography, law, political science, psychology, sociology, development and international relations); and Business (accounting, economics, finance, management, and marketing), especially those working on: Any other cognate areas

• Non-profits
• Philanthropy and social investments
• Civil society
• Social enterprises
• Non-profit sectors contribution to African economies
• Technology and philanthropy

Successful applicants will be expected to make presentations on their research projects during the workshop.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Ph.D Writing and Methodology Workshop

Successful applicants should prepare to be away in Mpumalanga for the whole week beginning 14 September 2025. They must be available and able to participate throughout the workshop.

Delegates will gain practical knowledge on aspects such as writing skills training, developing research questions, developing research methodology, writing time and supervision.

Notes and T&C:

• Delegates must arrange their own transport to the Wits Business School in Johannesburg to access transportation that will take them to the Wits Rural Facility.
• First time applicants will be prioritised.
• Only accept 30 PhD applications on a first-come, first-served basis in addition to the quality of the application.  

Documents Required for Application

To apply, please submit the following documents to Joseph Sobuthongo:

1. A motivation letter indicating how this workshop will be beneficial to you.
2. Proof of registration
3. Letter of support from your supervisor
4. Your current research proposal/draft thesis

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit CAPSI Fellowship webpage