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2026 AGRICULTURAL TRAINING PROGRAMME – LEVENTIS FOUNDATION NIGERIA

Application Deadline:  Saturday, 21 February, 2026

LOCATION: Nigeria

The Leventis Foundation Nigeria is a charitable organisation dedicated to empowering youths and farmers through training in modern, sustainable agricultural practices and the responsible use of natural resources. The schools provide comprehensive one-year training programs designed for young men and women passionate about building rewarding careers in farming and agribusiness. Participants gain hands-on experience across diverse areas of agriculture, agricultural value chains, and farm enterprises.

ELIGIBILITY:

The program is open to both male and female candidates who are eager to develop sustainable careers in agriculture and agribusiness.

Applicants should fulfill the following conditions, among others:

Be physically fit.

Ability to read and write in English (evidence of a minimum of junior secondary school may be required).

Aged between 18 and 40 years old.

Pass both the written and oral tests before final selection.

Should demonstrate a perceivable interest in agriculture.

Proof of a farming background is an advantage.

Please bring the following documents on the day of the examination:

A handwritten cover letter.

A letter of attestation, signed by either the Chairman or Secretary of your Local Government of Origin or a Justice of the Peace (JP).

Attach the following documents:

Two (2) recent passport-sized photographs.

Three (3) reference letters.

Photocopies of your academic qualifications or any other relevant documents.

Note: Applicants can also submit a physical application if they are located near the school locations.

Application Deadline: Saturday, 21 February, 2026

Screening/Examination comes up on Saturday, 28 February, 2026

For further inquiries, please contact:

Mrs Janet Egbe-Owoicho, Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) Ltd./Gte

Email: leventisfoundation@gmail.com, Telephone: 0708 552 4233

For more information, visit the official website: www.leventisfoundation.org.ng

BENEFIT:

Comprehensive Agricultural Training: A one-year immersive program covering various agricultural fields and agribusiness.

Free of Cost: Tuition, boarding, and feeding are provided entirely free of charge for successful candidates.

Empowering Future Farmers: The objective is to nurture generations of skilled, practical farmers who will catalyze agricultural transformation in their communities and contribute to advancing the food system.

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AKADEMIE SCHLOSS SOLITUDE CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR SOLITUDE FELLOWSHIPS 

Application Deadline:  November 14, 2025, 6 pm CET

LOCATION:  Germany

Starting October 15, Akademie Schloss Solitude is accepting applications for its residential fellowships for the period 2026–2028. International artists, researchers, and cultural professionals from all disciplines will have the opportunity to apply for a six- or nine-month fellowship. Akademie Schloss Solitude awards up to 60 international residencies.

ELIGIBILITY:

The program is open to individuals with two to ten years of independent practice after completing their training, regardless of age. Collectives of up to two people may apply, provided they have been working together for at least two years. Not eligible are applicants still in training or studies (except for PhD candidates), as well as those holding a permanent professorship. Working languages are German and/or English (house language: English).

More detailed information on the Solitude Fellowship can be found here.

International artists and scientists can apply for a fellowship in the following spheres of practice: VISUAL (Fine Arts & Film/Video), AURAL & PHYSICAL (Music/Sound & Performing Arts), SPATIAL (Architecture & Design), TEXTUAL (Literature & Language), DIGITAL (New Media Art & Digital Art), and SCIENTIFIC (Humanities & Applied Sciences).

The selection process takes place in two stages:

Stage 1 (October 15–November 14, 2025): Open Short Application (online) on the application platform.
After the first stage of the application process, an anonymous random selection procedure will be used in spheres of practice with very high numbers of applications to ensure a fair pre-selection.
Deadline: November 14, 2025, 6 pm CET

All applicants will be notified by e-mail whether or not they are admitted to the second stage.

Stage 2 (November 24–December 19, 2025): Full Application (online) on the application platform
Admitted applicants may submit a full application via the platform between November 24 and December 19, 2025 (6 pm CET).
Deadline: December 19, 2025, 6 pm CET

BENEFIT:

The fellowship includes:

a 6- or 9-month residency in Stuttgart,

a monthly fellowship of €1,300,

a furnished live/work studio incl. utilities,

a one-time travel allowance for arrival and departure.

Fellowships are generally awarded for a period of six or nine months.

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