Online info meeting 12 May 2026. Knowledge and Innovation Programme

Published
April 13, 2026

Would you like to learn more about the Danish-African university partnership programme? Its scope, eligibility criteria, and application processes?

Join us for an online info meeting on 12 May, 10:00 am CET.

Please, register in advance: HERE 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

The meeting is expected to last 1½ hours, where you can expect to be introduced to:

  • the programme and its objectives
  • the scope and areas qualifying for funding
  • how to apply for funding and eligibility criteria
  • the selection process

There will be an opportunity to ask questions related to the call in the meeting.

The meeting will be facilitated by representatives from Danida Fellowship Centre, with participation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark and the chair of the Selection Committee for the Knowledge and Innovation Programme.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.

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