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National Research Foundation

Funds long-term initiatives in science, education, and social impact through public mission-focused grantmaking.

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Programs3
Active grants0
Total grants3
About

The NRF is South Africa's primary public funder of research across all scientific and humanities disciplines. It finances postgraduate scholarships, researcher development grants, bilateral international calls, and national research infrastructure. Funding reaches scientists at South African public universities, science councils, and NRF-recognised research institutions — from Honours level throug…

Programs & grants under this funder
DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Scholarships

Funds scholarships in South Africa for masters, doctoral, and honours students.

1 grant
DSTI-NRF Postgraduate Scholarships Academic Year
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SA-Flanders (FWO) Collaborative Research Projects

Funds cross-border Dutch and Flanders university partnerships for research collaboration.

1 grant
SA-Flanders (FWO) Collaborative Research Projects
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Thuthuka Research Grants

Funds early-career South African researchers in underserved groups through research awards.

1 grant
Thuthuka Research Grants
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Last verified: 1 Jun 2026Source: www.nrf.ac.za