Call for Research Proposals: African Climate Innovation Grant 2026

Funder: African Research & Innovation Council (ARIC)
Funding Amount: Up to USD 80,000 per project
Deadline: 10 March 2026
Regions: Africa

Summary:
ARIC invites proposals for applied research addressing climate adaptation and resilience. Projects must demonstrate innovation, community impact, and clear pathways to policy uptake.

Eligible Themes:

• Climate-smart agriculture

• Water and resource management

• Disaster prediction and mitigation

• Urban resilience

Eligibility:

• PhD holders or postdoctoral researchers

• African-based institutions (lead institution must be African)

• Collaborative proposals encouraged

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