Call for Applications – Blue Grant Scholarship
📢 Call for Applications – Blue Grant Scholarship
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development invites applications for the Blue Grant Scholarship under the BE-Prosper initiative.
In partnership with the University of British Columbia (UBC), this programme offers graduate study opportunities in Canada for candidates from Djibouti, Somalia, and South Sudan, focusing on blue economy, fisheries, and ocean governance.
🎓 Key Highlights
Two-step process: IGAD screening → UBC admission
Fields: marine sciences, environmental economics, engineering, and related areas
Financial support available (tuition, stipend, travel – subject to conditions)
🌍 Eligibility
Professionals (25–40) with a relevant degree, experience, and a strong commitment to sustainable blue economy development in the IGAD region.
📩 Apply with: Letter of Interest, CV, and degree certificate
🗓 Deadline: April 30, 2026
Read more: https://igad.int/bluegrantscholarship/