The Canon Collins-Ros Moger and Terry Furlong (RMTF) Postgraduate Scholarship is now accepting applications from aspiring postgraduate students across Southern Africa. The scholarship supports academically outstanding individuals committed to advancing social justice through research and postgraduate study in South Africa.
Open to applicants from Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, the programme seeks future leaders whose research has the potential to contribute to a more equitable and inclusive Southern Africa.
Applications close at 4:00 p.m. SAST on 14 August 2026.
Supporting Research That Drives Social Justice
The Canon Collins-RMTF Scholarship is designed to support postgraduate students whose academic work addresses some of the region’s most pressing social, economic, political, and environmental challenges.
The scholarship encourages research that promotes justice, equality, and sustainable development while strengthening academic excellence and leadership across Southern Africa.
Successful scholars will pursue postgraduate studies at eligible universities in South Africa while becoming part of a wider network of researchers and changemakers dedicated to social transformation.
Eligible Fields of Study
Applicants must be planning postgraduate study in one of the programme’s supported disciplines.
Eligible fields include:
- Justice, including:
- Climate Justice
- Law
- Economics
- Politics
- Education Policy and Practice
- Humanities, including:
- Literature
- History
- Anthropology
- The Arts
Across all fields, research proposals should demonstrate a clear focus on social justice and their potential contribution to positive change in the region.
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship is open to applicants from the following Southern African countries:
- Botswana
- Eswatini
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- South Africa
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Applicants should have strong academic records and demonstrate a commitment to using their education and research to advance justice, equity, and sustainable development within their communities and across the region.
Why Apply?
The Canon Collins-RMTF Scholarship offers more than financial support. It provides scholars with the opportunity to:
- Pursue postgraduate study at South African universities.
- Conduct research focused on social justice and regional development.
- Join a network of scholars, researchers, and social justice leaders.
- Strengthen leadership and academic expertise.
- Contribute evidence-based solutions to challenges facing Southern Africa.
The programme seeks individuals who aspire to create lasting impact through research, policy, education, and community engagement.
Application Deadline
Prospective applicants should note the following key date:
- Application deadline: 14 August 2026
- Closing time: 4:00 p.m. South African Standard Time (SAST)
Late applications are typically not considered, and applicants are encouraged to prepare and submit all required documentation well before the deadline.
Final Thoughts
The Canon Collins-Ros Moger and Terry Furlong Postgraduate Scholarship represents an outstanding opportunity for emerging researchers committed to advancing social justice in Southern Africa. By supporting postgraduate study in South Africa across fields such as justice, education, and the humanities, the scholarship aims to nurture the next generation of leaders, academics, and policymakers working to build a more equitable future.
Eligible candidates from across Southern Africa are encouraged to submit their applications before 14 August 2026 and take the next step in their academic and leadership journey.
