This guide covers the Eni Award 2027: Young Talents from Africa Prizes (€25,000 Each), including the key dates, where to find the official information, and the steps to prepare your application.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Eni Award 2027: Young Talents from Africa Prizes (€25,000 Each) |
| Type | Grant / Competition |
| Destination | Africa |
| Organiser | Eni, with the Eni Award Scientific Secretariat (Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei) |
| Number of prizes | Two |
| Deadline time | 5 pm CET on the deadline day |
| Funding | Two prizes, each worth €25,000 plus a customised plaque and participation in the prize-giving ceremony in Italy |
| Application deadline | 20 November 2026 |
| Official page | eni.com |
Eligibility (as announced)
- PhD students of African citizenship born in or after 1986
- Holders of a B.Sc. and an M.Sc. degree, or equivalent
- Enrolled in the first or second year of a PhD programme by the application deadline
- Carrying out the PhD at an African university or research institute
- Research connected to energy and environment, with potential benefits for an African country, region or the whole continent, in line with the "One Planet – One Health" perspective and the SDGs
What Each Prize Includes
- €25,000 (twenty-five thousand euros)
- A customised plaque
- Participation in the prize-giving ceremony in Italy, with hospitality from Eni for the winner and up to one accompanying person
Who Should Consider Applying
African PhD students in the first or second year of their doctorate at an African institution, researching energy and environment, should read the Official Announcement and Regulations before applying. Questions can be sent to the Secretariat at eniaward@feem.it.
How to Apply
- Visit the official page using the button below.
- Read the call guidelines carefully to confirm that you and your project are eligible.
- Prepare your proposal or application materials exactly as the guidelines describe, including any budget or supporting documents.
- Submit through the official application channel before 20 November 2026. Don't leave it to the last day, as portals often slow down near deadlines.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Read the official guidance in full before you start writing, and follow any word limits and formatting rules exactly.
- Tailor your statement to this specific opportunity rather than reusing a generic essay.
- Request references early so your referees have enough time.
- Keep copies of everything you submit, and note any confirmation emails.
Apply on the Official Website →
Important: Details on this page are summarised from the official announcement. Always confirm eligibility, funding and deadlines on the official website before applying.
