Sub-Saharan African nationals, including Ugandans, graduating with a PhD from 2022 onward or before the end of 2026 may be nominated. Candidates need outstanding academic records, indexed publications and interest in postdoctoral research in Germany. Direct applications are not accepted.

This award recognizes promising African doctoral graduates and supports preparation for Humboldt postdoctoral fellowships. Entry is through an eligible scientific mentor\'s nomination.

Benefits
A one-off EUR 1,000 award, certificate and mentoring toward a Humboldt fellowship application. The award does not guarantee subsequent Humboldt funding.

Requirements
AGNES nomination form and CV; publications with indexing links and first pages; degree certificates and transcripts; and, for humanities candidates, a five-page doctoral abstract. Maximum package size is 15 MB.

How to apply
Arrange nomination by an AGNES member or African Humboldtian. The nominator submits the complete package through the nomination form by 23:59 GMT on 16 October 2026.