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STIAS Iso Lomso 2025 Fellowship for African Researchers; Empowering Africa’s Next Generation of Scholars

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STIAS Iso Lomso 2025 Fellowship for African Researchers; Empowering Africa’s Next Generation of Scholars

Application Deadline

  • February 15, 2025

About the Fellowship

The Iso Lomso Fellowship, hosted by the Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study (STIAS) in South Africa, supports early-career African researchers transitioning into established scholars. “Iso Lomso,” meaning “the eye of tomorrow” in isiXhosa, symbolizes forward-thinking research and a brighter future for Africa.

The fellowship spans three years, offering:

  • Residencies at STIAS.
  • Access to global research networks.
  • Opportunities for interdisciplinary and Africa-relevant projects.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Be nationals of any African country.
  • Be born after January 1, 1983.
  • Hold a doctoral degree obtained after January 1, 2017.
  • Have completed a postdoctoral fellowship or equivalent post-PhD research program.
  • Be affiliated with a research or higher education institution in Africa.
  • Be able to begin the first residency in 2026.

Selection Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on:

  • Academic excellence and originality.
  • Contribution to knowledge and innovation.
  • Interdisciplinary potential.
  • Relevance to African scholarship.
  • Feasibility of the research design.
  • Diversity in gender, nationality, and discipline may also be considered.

Benefits of the Fellowship

  • Up to 10 months of residency at STIAS over three years.
  • Funding for international conferences and workshops.
  • Opportunities for global residencies.
  • Workshop organization at STIAS or the home institution.
  • Lecturer replacement funding for residencies.

Duration

  • Three years, with multiple residency periods.

How to Apply

  •                 1.            Download and complete the application form (DOCX).
  •                 2.            Submit the following documents via email to isolomso@sun.ac.za
  • Motivation letter.
  • Research pre-proposal.
  • Writing samples.
  • Doctoral certificate.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Institutional support letter.
  • Two recommendation letters.

Take advantage of this prestigious opportunity to advance your research and contribute to Africa’s scholarly future. Apply now for the STIAS Iso Lomso 2025 Fellowship!

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