Call for Applications – Women for Africa Foundation: Learn Africa Scholarship Programme 2026–2027

Women for Africa Foundation: Learn Africa Scholarship Programme

The Women for Africa Foundation has launched the 2026–2027 edition of the Learn Africa Programme, a flagship initiative aimed at expanding access to quality higher education for African women. In a rapidly evolving global context, the programme recognizes the critical role of women as drivers of social, economic, and political transformation across the continent.
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Since its inception, the programme has supported hundreds of African women through academic training, research opportunities, and leadership development. The 2026 call marks a significant expansion, offering more than 100 scholarships, including continuation opportunities for current beneficiaries.

Programme Scope and Academic Opportunities

The Learn Africa Programme continues to grow through partnerships with leading academic institutions across Spain and beyond. These collaborations broaden access to diverse disciplines and learning formats.

Key highlights of the 2026 edition include:

• Expanded scholarship offerings across multiple fields
• Increased focus on strategic sectors such as:
• Health and paramedical sciences
• New technologies
• Social sciences and development
• Hispanic studies
• Growth in postgraduate opportunities, including:
• Master’s programmes
• Doctoral (PhD) studies
• Research placements

Notable institutional partners include:

• EADA Business School
• Planeta Formación y Universidades
• FUNIBER
• European University of the Atlantic
• Institute of Natural Resources and Agrobiology of Seville

These partnerships enhance both the quality and diversity of academic pathways available to applicants.

Eligibility Criteria

The programme targets African women with strong academic backgrounds and leadership potential.

General Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a woman with nationality and residence in an African country
• Hold or be enrolled in a university degree from an African institution
• Meet the specific requirements of the selected scholarship
• Submit only one application

Additional Considerations

• Academic qualifications vary depending on the programme
• Language proficiency may be required for certain courses
• Applicants must carefully review individual scholarship criteria before applying

Application Timeline

• Deadline: 19 April 2026
• Time: 23:59 (Madrid time)

Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official online platform. Some scholarships may extend deadlines if application numbers are insufficient.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare and upload all required documents in the correct format and size.

Mandatory Documents

• Passport or National ID
• Passport-sized photograph
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Academic certificate or degree
• Academic transcripts
• Cover letter
• Reference or recommendation letter(s)
• Statement of community commitment
• Language certification (if required)
• Any additional scholarship-specific documents

Technical Requirements

• Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, PNG, PPT, RTF
• Maximum file size: 4MB per document

Incomplete or incorrectly formatted submissions will not be accepted.

Scholarship Coverage

Scholarship benefits vary depending on whether the programme is online or in-person.

Online Programmes

• Tuition and academic fees only

In-Person Programmes

• Tuition fees
• Round-trip travel
• Accommodation and meals (or stipend)
• Health insurance

Special Scholarship Conditions

• Some scholarships (e.g., Planeta) cover tuition only
• Others, such as the EADA Larsson-Torras scholarship, include full tuition and accommodation but exclude travel and living expenses

How to apply : Step-by-Step Application Process

Applicants must follow a structured process to ensure successful submission:

• Prepare all required documents in advance
• Browse available scholarships under the 2026–2027 section
• Review detailed information for each scholarship
• Select one scholarship only
• Register or log in to the application portal
• Complete the online application form
• Upload all required documents
• Submit the application

Once submitted, applications cannot be modified. A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission.

VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY