CANEX Afreximbank-Edordu Research Competition 2026

Deadline: Sep 30, 2026

masters | phd

partially funded

Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, and 4 others

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

The Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) is now accepting applications for the Afreximbank-Edordu Research Competition 2026. This prestigious competition invites postgraduate students to contribute original research on critical issues shaping Africa's economic future.

📖 About the CANEX Afreximbank-Edordu Research Competition

The Afreximbank-Edordu Research Competition honors the intellectual legacy of Mr. Christopher Edordu, the Pioneer President of Afreximbank. It aims to foster rigorous, original research on key topics such as:

Trade
Finance
Integration
Sustainable Development

Winning research is not just recognized but also transformed into actionable policy briefs. These briefs are presented to Afreximbank leadership and showcased at the Bank's major events, ensuring real-world impact.

🎁 Benefits of the Competition

Participants stand a chance to win the following prizes:

First Prize: USD 20,000
Second Prize: USD 15,000
Third Prize: USD 10,000

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To participate in the competition, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be a postgraduate student (Master's or PhD) currently enrolled at an accredited tertiary institution in Africa or an eligible CARICOM state.
Hold nationality of an African country or an eligible CARICOM state.

Eligible CARICOM States:

Antigua and Barbuda
The Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Dominica
Grenada
Guyana
Haiti
Jamaica
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Suriname

📅 Application Date and Process

Application Deadline: 30 September, 2026
Interested applicants can apply by visiting the official competition website.

🌟 Why Participate?

This competition provides a unique opportunity for postgraduate students to:

Showcase their research on a global platform.
Influence policy-making at Afreximbank.
Contribute to Africa's economic development.

For more details, visit the official competition page or apply directly through the provided application portal.

Good luck to all applicants!

Benefits

First Prize: USD 20,000
Second Prize: USD 15,000
Third Prize: USD 10,000

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