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We are Africa's leading solutions journalism platform. We document how people are responding to social problems on the continent.
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Prime Progress @primeprogressng.bsky.social · Aug 29
In Nigeria, a former addict combines chess with spirituality to give healing & direction to young drug addicts. His "Chess with Christ" program turns "drug pawns into knights." Click the link to read the full story.
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Young feminists from the Global South can now apply for the 2026 DAWN Fellowship to support their projects. It empowers women under 40 to tackle the political economy of gender-based violence via research & creative expression. Click the link for detail. 👇
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Feminist leaders, apply for the DAWN Fellowship - Prime Progress NG
Development Alternatives with Women for a New Era (DAWN) has officially announced the 2026 cycle of its fellowship program aimed at young feminist leaders
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January 23, 2026 at 5:42 PM
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Women-led businesses in Nigeria are invited to apply for the SheAscends program for a chance to receive ₦1M in funding. It offers a mix of growth capital and industry mentorship to help entrepreneurs scale their impact. Click the link for details: 👇
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January 23, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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Founders can apply for the African Impact Challenge to receive funding & mentorship for health-tech or Nigerian-based startups. It provides venture support & global market access for innovations ranging from raw ideas to high-growth businesses. Click: 👇
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Applications for African Impact Challenge now open; up to $25, 000 per winner - Prime Progress NG
The African Impact Initiative has launched a global search for daring early innovators to join the latest cohort of the African Impact Challenge.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:20 PM
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Energy and industrial tech founders can apply for the 12-week SE Ventures Accelerator. The program offers a $100k investment and direct connections to AVEVA and Schneider Electric ecosystems. Click the link for details: 👇
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$100,000 per winner: SE Ventures opens 2026 accelerator cohort applications - Prime Progress NG
SE Ventures has officially launched its call for the H1 2026 Accelerator Program, targeting disruptive pre-seed startups in the energy and industrial sectors.
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January 23, 2026 at 2:56 PM
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A team of student innovators in Kenya is building an AI maternal warning system to reduce mortality rates by identifying emergency symptoms early. It links mothers & doctors via a digital loop to ensure timely medical interventions. Click the link: 👇
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When pregnancy is not a risk: African students build AI system for danger warning - Prime Progress NG
Pregnancy, in policy terms, has improved access. In practice, it remains one of the country’s most persistent public health risks.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:38 PM
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Film producers can apply for minority co-production subsidies for 2026 projects, with funding reaching €450,000 for feature-length films. It encourages artistic collaboration between Dutch professionals and international partners. Click the link: 👇

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Call for Applications: Netherlands Film Fund opens grant applications to boost Dutch cinema (€450,000) - Prime Progress NG
The Netherlands Film Fund has opened the application process for the realization of Dutch minority co-productions in 2026.
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January 22, 2026 at 2:21 PM
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Graduate students aged 22-32 can now apply for the 2026 UN Geneva Graduate Study Programme to research the risks and opportunities of AI. Submit your application to join the UN’s longest-running educational initiative in Switzerland. Click the link: 👇

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United Nations opens applications for 64th Graduate Study Programme - Prime Progress NG
The United Nations Office at Geneva has officially launched the search for participants for the 64th Graduate Study Programme (GSP), the longest-running
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January 22, 2026 at 1:43 PM
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The search is on for pioneering media innovators and journalists to receive the 2026 ICFJ Knight Award for work that changes lives. Submit your nominations to celebrate courageous reporting and technological breakthroughs. Click the link for details: 👇

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ICFJ seeks 2026 Knight International Journalism Award nominations - Prime Progress NG
The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) has launched its global search for recipients of the 2026 ICFJ Knight International Journalism Award.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:15 PM
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African NGOs can apply for the 2026 ACT Foundation grant cycle to drive sustainable social and economic change. Submit your application by the January 30 deadline to be considered for this high-impact funding opportunity. Click the link for details: 👇

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2026 ACT Foundation Grant for African non-profits - Prime Progress NG
Beyond financial support, the ACT Foundation provides comprehensive guidance to its implementing partners throughout every stage of the grant process.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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Startups can apply for the MassChallenge Switzerland accelerator to scale their businesses with zero equity taken. The program offers world-class mentoring & specialized tracks in agtech, healthtech, and sustainable materials for ventures. Click the link 👇. primeprogressng.com/opportunitie...
MassChallenge Switzerland opens 2026 global accelerator program, $1.265 million in equity-free - Prime Progress NG
MassChallenge Switzerland has officially opened applications for its 2026 Early-stage Accelerator, a premier program designed to help international startups
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January 21, 2026 at 12:17 PM
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Professionals in politics and business can apply for the 2026 AsiaGlobal Fellows Program. Join a global cohort at the University of Hong Kong to develop Asian perspectives on complex international issues. Click the link for details: 👇

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University of Hong Kong seeks 2026 AsiaGlobal Fellows to address global policy challenges - Prime Progress NG
The Asia Global Institute at the University of Hong Kong has officially launched its call for the 2026 AsiaGlobal Fellows Program.
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January 21, 2026 at 11:49 AM
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FoodTech entrepreneurs can now apply to SPACE-F to collaborate with top F&B companies and expand their products. This program provides regulatory support to help innovative startups achieve a global impact. Click the link for details: 👇

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Space-F Funding for FoodTech Startups - Prime Progress NG
SPACE-F has launched a new call for applications, positioning itself as a dynamic platform for deep-tech and innovative FoodTech startups ready to make a
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January 20, 2026 at 1:17 PM
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EdTech innovators can apply for the Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition for a chance at over $80,000 in total prizes. The global initiative seeks ventures that advance teaching & learning through technological innovation. Click the link: 👇
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Up to $40,000: Enter the Education Business Plan Competition - Prime Progress NG
The Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition (EBPC) has officially launched its 2026 cycle, calling on education entrepreneurs worldwide to scale
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January 20, 2026 at 11:26 AM
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Small independent newsrooms in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East can apply for IPI’s Global AI Accelerator to secure grants and strategic support for AI projects. Click the link for details:
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January 20, 2026 at 10:43 AM
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Global students can apply for the International Baccalaureate’s Global Youth Action Fund to receive up to $3,000 for community impact projects. The initiative also gives them professional mentorship to address the Sustainable Development Goals. Click the link 👇
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$3,000 social impact grants for global youth action - Prime Progress NG
The International Baccalaureate (IB) has opened applications for the 2026 Global Youth Action Fund, a worldwide initiative designed to support young leaders.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:32 PM
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Participating organizations have the chance to secure significant funding to foster joint initiatives & peer learning. Coordinators with at least 2 years of legal establishment are invited to apply for these innovation grants. Click the link for details: 👇
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European Commission grants for transnational innovation partnerships - Prime Progress NG
The European Commission has opened a call for grant applications designed to bolster the capacity of organizations to operate at a transnational level.
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January 19, 2026 at 12:34 PM
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Global activists and researchers can apply for a €30,000 grant from the Fondation Centre Pompadour to fuel feminist-led social progress. Click the link for details: 👇

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Grant to advance gender equity - Prime Progress NG
The Fondation Centre Pompadour has officially opened its 2026 call for applications, seeking innovative projects dedicated to advancing gender equity and
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January 19, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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Women looking to transition into STEM or leadership roles can apply for an AAUW Career Development Grant to fund their professional training. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Click the link for details:

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AAUW funding for women navigating male-dominated career fields (US) - Prime Progress NG
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) has opened its latest call for the Career Development Grants program, an initiative designed to champion
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January 19, 2026 at 11:06 AM
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Professional reporters and freelancers can secure IJNR funding for stories on climate change and environmental justice. Submit your proposal to receive travel and research support for high-priority natural resource reporting. Click the link for details: 👇
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New reporting grants for environmental and natural resource journalism - Prime Progress NG
The Institute for Journalism & Natural Resources (IJNR) is currently seeking proposals from professional journalists for its latest round of reporting
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January 19, 2026 at 10:43 AM
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Economists say Africa's economy is rising as Asia's slows. Africa is now home to the world's highest concentration of high-growth countries. Easing inflation and debt pressures are creating a stable environment for continental expansion. Click the link: 👇
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The great pivot: Africa ready to overtake Asia in economic growth - Prime Progress NG
While the overall economic growth rate for the Asian and Pacific region is projected to continue its slowdown this year, Africa's positive outlook is pegged
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January 16, 2026 at 7:10 PM
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Scholars and researchers can apply for the ICDE Fellowship to explore the intersection of technology and the solidarity economy. This global initiative provides professional development and travel support. Click the link for details: 👇

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Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy opens 2026 fellowship - Prime Progress NG
The Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy (ICDE) at The New School has officially opened its doors for the 2026-2027 Fellowship Program.
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January 16, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Creative professionals and U.S. institutions can secure grants for projects linking Dutch & American history ahead of the upcoming 250th anniversary. Selected applications receive financial support for collaborative cultural productions. Click the link👇
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January 16, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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Public institutions and nonprofits can apply for UNESCO-Aschberg support to promote global creative rights. The program offers funding and expert guidance to improve working conditions and provide emergency assistance for cultural professionals. Click:👇

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UNESCO grants for artistic freedom now open - Prime Progress NG
UNESCO has opened the call for applications for the 2026 UNESCO-Aschberg Programme, an initiative dedicated to protecting and promoting the status of artists
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January 15, 2026 at 6:09 PM
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High-achieving graduates can secure comprehensive funding for agriculture and environmental science degrees through Wageningen University’s 2026 scholarship tracks.. Click the link for details: 👇

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January 15, 2026 at 5:33 PM
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Social science graduates are invited to join the GLOBED Master’s Programme to tackle pressing global education challenges through a research-heavy curriculum. The initiative offers financial support and specialized resources. Click the link for details: 👇
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The GLOBED Master’s Programme opens 2026 applications - Prime Progress NG
The GLOBED Master’s Programme has officially opened its call for applications, seeking highly motivated graduates for its high-level, scientific, and
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January 15, 2026 at 5:09 PM