Africa-EU CO-FUND action on climate

Overview

A joint EU-Africa funding initiative to strengthen climate resilience and adaptation research, fostering long-term collaboration between European and African partners under the Climate Action pillar of the EU-AU Research and Innovation Partnership on Climate Change and Sustainable Energy.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of legal entities from EU Member States, Horizon Europe Associated Countries, and African Union member states. At least 30% of beneficiaries must be established in African Union member states.

Funding Details

• Maximum grant amount: €15,000,000
• Funding rate: Up to 50% of eligible costs
• Financial support to third parties (FSTP) allowed, with a maximum of €500,000 per third party unless justified otherwise

What Is Funded

• Climate risk reduction and resilience, with emphasis on context-specific solutions for Africa
• Climate-related data availability, sharing, and information platforms
• Climate services and integrated knowledge approaches
• Co-design, co-development, and demonstration with end-users
• Joint calls for research and innovation projects
• Capacity building, researcher exchange, and skills development for African scientists and practitioners
• Coordination and clustering activities to align efforts with other EU, national, and multilateral initiatives

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must target Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 4 to 6.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2026-11-16
• Deadline: 2027-03-03

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage application process via the Funding & Tenders Portal.

Geographic Scope & Language

• Eligible countries: EU Member States, Horizon Europe Associated Countries, and African Union member states
• Application language: English

Notes

• Projects must use Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS for satellite-based earth observation, positioning, navigation, or timing data if applicable.
• Proposals must ensure geographical balance and inclusiveness, particularly for African Union member states.
• The action is expected to last 5-6 years to establish sustainable collaboration.