African Capacity Building Foundation ACBF 308d ago

The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF), and the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), with support from the World Bank Group, invite African think tanks to apply for multi-year funding under the Africa Think Tank Platform (ATTP) Project. Who Can Apply • Consortia of 3 to 5 African think tanks • Strong track record in public policy research • Demonstrated regional collaboration and institutional capacity • Only one application per consortium How to Apply • Download the Application Package Guidelines and templates are available at [Insert link] • Form a Consortium Assemble 3–5 eligible think tanks with one lead applicant. • Complete and Compile Documents Fill in all forms and gather required attachments. • Submit Online Upload your complete application through the online portal by 24 September 2025, 23:59 EAT. What the Call Supports Grants of up to US$4 million will support research and policy engagement in these areas: • Economic transformation and governance • Climate change • Regional trade • Food security • Human capital development • Digitalization Gender inclusion and policy harmonization are cross-cutting priorities. Documents to Submit Applicants must submit the following: • Completed Application Form (available in English and French) • CVs of team leads • Signed Commitment Letter from each participating institution • Detailed Budget and Timeline • Summary of Past Research Experience relevant to the proposed work All materials should be submitted in a single application package by the deadline. Key Application & Selection Timeline • Proposal Submission Deadline: 24 September 2025 • Screening: 1 October 2025 • Evaluation & Selection: 17 October 2025 • Award Notification: 14 November 2025 • Grant Disbursement: 19 December 2025 Support and Questions • Webinars: Monthly Q&A sessions • FAQs: Updated regularly • Helpdesk: