Many creatives in Nigeria and across Africa don’t have enough access to grants and opportunities. Information is scattered, deadlines pass quietly and calls are often posted in places most people never look. So we put together a short list of funded calls we could find that close between 30 October and 30 November 2026. It isn’t everything, so tell us about the ones we missed.
Dates and eligibility can change, so confirm each one on the official page before you apply.
African Female Artist Mentorship Program (closes 30 October)
A free three-month one-on-one mentorship and professional development programme for emerging African women artists aged 19 to 40. It covers painting, textile, ceramics, drawing, printmaking and sculpture.
Playful Obscura Arthouse Games Residency (closes 1 November)
A three-week residency in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for two Africa-based game designers, digital artists or interactive media creators. Flights and accommodation are covered, with up to €1,000 for production and a €300 stipend.
Creative Producer Indaba (closes 3 November)
A six-month fellowship with mentorship and workshops in Johannesburg and Réunion. Participation costs are covered for 10 producers. African producers are eligible, and you need at least four shorts or one feature to apply.
Open Arts Fund 2026 (closes 10 November)
Up to ₦500,000 in unrestricted funding for artists, writers, photographers, filmmakers, performers and collectives based in Nigeria. The project must support Northern Nigeria’s creative ecosystem or create opportunities for talent connected to the region. Apply with a two-page proposal covering the project description, expected outcomes, timeline and budget, saved as one PDF. Funded projects must be finished within six months. Read the Open Arts Fund call.
NOW Film Festival, Paris (closes 30 November)
Open to African and diaspora filmmakers with features, shorts, animation, series and immersive work. The festival includes screenings, Q&As, masterclasses and industry events.
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Send it to a creative who needs it. Most of these dates come from the Savannah Creatives October 2026 opportunities list, so check each official page before you apply.
