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AI for Climate Resilience Solutions in Africa ARIN / IDRC

Deadline:July 15, 2026
Grant value:USD 2,500
Awards:10 grants
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To:f.oloo@arin-africa.org|CC:e.akinyi@arin-africa.orgn.mutwii@arin-africa.org

About the Project

ARIN is an international think tank of over 400 researchers and policymakers across 41 African countries. The Leveraging AI for Climate Resilience Solutions in Africa project is led by ARIN in partnership with the University of Nairobi, funded by IDRC. It builds AI and machine learning capacity to advance climate action at local and national levels.

The AI for Climate Resilience Fellowship develops African climate leaders at the intersection of AI, policy, and sustainability equipping them to build inclusive, responsible AI solutions for climate resilience.

10
Mini-Grants

Competitive awards

$2,500
Per Grant

USD per project

Jul 15
Deadline 2026

No late applications

Thematic Focus Areas

Proposals must address one or more of these areas

1Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for climate action
2Data-driven intelligent decision support systems for climate action
3Automation of climate data handling and processing
4Pattern extraction from big climate data
5Generative AI for analysing and communicating local adaptation metrics
6Indigenous knowledge integration in climate models

Eligibility Criteria

All of the following must be met

Be a current and active ARIN Fellow under the AI for Climate Resilience Fellowship Program
Have completed all Basic Level Modules under the Project's Fellowship Program
Have a background in research and/or policy work, with a focus on climate change, AI, and/or ML
Submit a project proposal or concept note outlining how AI will address a specific climate resilience challenge in Africa
Demonstrate the experience and/or skills necessary to carry a project through to successful completion
Demonstrate a clear need for funding to support practical implementation of the capstone project
Be affiliated with a recognised research institution (e.g., university, think tank) or relevant policy organisation
Not currently holding an active ARIN minigrant award

Questions about eligibility? Contact us:

f.oloo@arin-africa.org e.akinyi@arin-africa.org n.mutwii@arin-africa.org

How to Apply

Submit all documents as a single combined PDF by July 15, 2026

Concept Note / Project Proposal
Original project idea max 3 pages
Three-Page CV
Including a list of referees
Letter of Support
From the applicant's host institution
Motivation Letter
One page outlining your motivation
Submit by email Deadline: July 15, 2026
To:f.oloo@arin-africa.org
CC:
e.akinyi@arin-africa.orgn.mutwii@arin-africa.org

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Ready to Apply?

Download the full call for complete guidelines. Submit your package by July 15, 2026.

f.oloo@arin-africa.org e.akinyi@arin-africa.org n.mutwii@arin-africa.org
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