AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers

The AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grant supports doctoral researchers from Sub-Saharan Africa to conduct short research stays abroad, fostering collaboration with senior researchers in the same region. Funded by the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, this grant aims to strengthen scientific capacity and regional networking. Applicants must demonstrate how their research contributes to the development of their home countries. The grant covers travel, subsistence, and research expenses, with a maximum funding of EUR 3,000 for stays of 1–2 months.

What it offers

• Financial support up to EUR 3,000 for research stays in another Sub-Saharan African country.
• Travel and subsistence costs covered for short-term mobility.
• Research allowance to host institutions (upon request).
• Focus on doctoral research, including lab work, library studies, and thesis preparation.
• Emphasis on relevance to national development in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Who can apply

• Doctoral researchers from Sub-Saharan African countries (male and female).
• Must propose research directly tied to their thesis work and aligned with their country’s development goals.

What you'll do

• Conduct research at a university or research institute in another Sub-Saharan African country.
• Collaborate with an experienced senior researcher in the same field.
• Engage in activities such as benchwork, laboratory studies, library research, or thesis writing.

How to apply

• Submit an application through the official application portal (deadline: 2025-11-30).
• Include supporting documents (exact list not specified in the source).

Good to know

• The grant is closed for 2025 applications (last deadline: November 30, 2025).
• Past grantees focus on fields like 5G technology, biometry, and soil science, demonstrating interdisciplinary relevance.
• Priority given to projects that strengthen regional scientific cooperation and address development challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa.