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DSTI-NRF Honours Funding for the 2026 Academic Year

Honours students in South Africa can apply for financial support to pursue their honours degrees in the 2026 academic year through a partnership between the Department of Science and Innovation and the National Research Foundation.

Who it is for

honours students in South Africa

How to act on it

Submit application through the NRF online system

Strengthening Science, Research and Innovation Cooperation between Europe and South Africa

A call for collaboration and engagement initiatives between South African and European research entities to enhance scientific cooperation.

Who it is for

research institutions and scientists in South Africa collaborating with Europe

How to act on it

Explore the opportunity via the NRF website

Human Frontier Science Program Organization: Funding And Engagement Opportunities

Information is provided about international funding opportunities through the Human Frontier Science Program, including collaboration and engagement prospects for South African researchers.

Who it is for

South African researchers interested in global science programs

How to act on it

Visit the linked page for details on how to participate

Processing of NRF Honours Applications 2026

The National Research Foundation is processing applications from honours students for funding in the 2026 academic year. Applicants are advised to monitor the status of their submissions through the NRF portal.

Who it is for

honours students who applied for NRF funding in 2026

How to act on it

Check application status via the NRF online system

ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICATIONS FOR NATIONAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (NRF)-FIRST RAND EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION (FREF) BLACK ACADEMICS ADVANCEMENT PROGRAMME (BAAP) 2026

This is the official announcement of successful applicants to the Black Academics Advancement Programme (BAAP), a joint initiative between the NRF and FirstRand Empowerment Foundation aimed at supporting Black academics in South Africa.

Who it is for

Black academics in South Africa who applied to BAAP 2026

How to act on it

Check the list of successful applicants on the NRF website

General Application Guide Multiple Grant Eligibility Criteria

Guidance document outlining eligibility rules and procedures for applying to multiple NRF grants simultaneously.

Who it is for

researchers applying for multiple NRF grants

How to act on it

Download and review the guide on the NRF website

DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Student Funding for the 2026 Academic Year

Postgraduate students in South Africa can apply for funding to support their studies in the 2026 academic year through a joint initiative between the Department of Science and Innovation and the National Research Foundation.

Who it is for

postgraduate students in South Africa

How to act on it

Apply via the NRF website using the designated application form

Announcement of Successful Proposals for the Global Research Council Sustainable Development Goals Pilot Call

Results are published for researchers who submitted proposals under the Global Research Council Sustainable Development Goals Pilot Call. While not an open application, this announcement informs successful applicants of their selection.

Who it is for

researchers who applied to the Global Research Council Sustainable Development Goals Pilot Call

How to act on it

View results on the NRF website

Call for Applications for Evaluation and Rating 2026

Researchers can apply to have their work evaluated and rated by the National Research Foundation for research performance assessment purposes. This evaluation supports career advancement and funding eligibility.

Who it is for

researchers in South Africa

How to act on it

Submit application through the NRF online portal

National Research Foundation (NRF)-First Rand Empowerment Foundation (FREF) Black Academics Advancement Programme (BAAP) 2026

This opportunity provides support and funding for black academics in South Africa to advance their research careers. Successful applicants will receive financial and institutional support to strengthen their academic profiles and contribute to national development through research.

Who it is for

black academics in south africa, particularly those at universities or research institutions

How to act on it

No application is required as this is an announcement of successful applicants; interested individuals should check the official NRF website for future calls.