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The Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) is a multilateral effort that is strengthening the capacity of science funding agencies in sub-Saharan Africa to support research and evidence to inform policies that contribute to economic and social development. The SGCI funds various projects, including collaborative ones, across the continent to strengthen research systems, build capacity, and inform policy.

Call open: LEAWEF Multilateral Research Programme: knowledge needed on integrated solutions in water, energy and food

Closing Date Concept Note: 11 February 2025 | Closing Date Full proposals: 14 July 2025

Zambia’s top researchers pioneer solutions for climate resilience, food security, economic growth

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6 projects improving Uganda’s healthcare, sustainability, economic growth

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Namibia explores soil microbe biofertilizer research for sustainable agriculture

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Empowering Malawi’s rural communities through renewable energy, sustainable agriculture

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Ghanaian researchers empower women, farmers, rural communities through innovation

Project Titles & Institution Areas of Research Number of Projects being funded Project Duration Grant Amount In-Kind Distribution Council Collaboration with other councils