Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Scholarships 2027-2028 (EU, Multi-Country) – Deadlines From October 2026
The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) programme is EU-funded, but it does not work like a typical single-university scholarship. Instead,
All African Countries
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027-2028 – Applications Now Open (Country-Specific Deadlines)
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are Switzerland’s flagship award for talented early-career researchers from abroad, administered by the Federal Commission
Portugal Government Scholarship 2026-2027 – Closes 30 September 2026
The Portugal Government Scholarship (administered by DGES, the Directorate-General for Higher Education) is a fully funded award for international students
China–African Union Scholarship – 2027 Intake Expected (2026 Round Closed 29 June 2026)
Fully funded Master’s and PhD study in China for African Union citizens. The 2026 round closed 29 June 2026; the 2027 intake is expected to open Feb–Jun 2027.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program – 2028/2029 Cycle (Country Deadlines Expected Feb–Jun 2027)
US government-funded Master’s and PhD scholarships for African students. The 2027/2028 country deadlines have largely closed; the 2028/2029 cycle is expected to open Feb–Jun 2027.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship – University of Cambridge, UK (Full PhD & Masters Funding)
Full funding for outstanding international students — including Africans — to pursue a Master’s or PhD at the University of Cambridge, covering tuition, living costs, and travel.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program – Pan-African Partner Universities (Undergraduate & Masters)
One of Africa’s largest scholarship programs — full tuition, accommodation, meals, laptop, and mentorship for talented young Africans at partner universities including Makerere.
DAAD Scholarships Guide for African Students – All Programmes, Funding & How to Apply
Fully funded German government postgraduate scholarships for African students — Master’s and PhD study with full tuition waiver, monthly stipend, and health insurance.
Commonwealth Scholarships – UK (Masters & PhD for Developing Commonwealth Countries)
Fully funded UK government Master’s and PhD scholarships for citizens of developing Commonwealth countries, covering tuition, living costs, and airfare.
Pan African University (PAU) Scholarships – 2026/27 Call Closed; Next Call Expected Nov 2026
Continent-wide scholarship program for master’s/PhD study under the African Union’s Pan African University.