Knowledge and Innovation Programme
This grant funds joint research networks and skills development projects between African and Danish universities to address global challenges and promote sustainable development.
Funder: Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Phase 1 application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 10 million DKK per project; project duration up to 5 years.
Summary: Supports collaborative networks and skills development between African and Danish universities to address global challenges.
Key Information: This is a forecasted call; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Knowledge and Innovation Programme, funded by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, aims to foster collaborative learning and innovation between African and Danish universities through joint research networks. The programme supports skills development for both African and Danish students, encouraging them to work together on solutions to shared global challenges. Initiatives funded under this programme are expected to strengthen academic cooperation, promote knowledge exchange, and contribute to sustainable development in areas of common interest. The programme aligns with Denmark’s development cooperation strategies, particularly focusing on partnerships with priority countries in Africa.
