London Mathematical Society
Applications are open for the London Mathematical Society Mathematics in Africa Grant 2026, which provides partial financial support for mathematical activities taking place in Africa. The grant is designed to support mathematicians involved in conferences, workshops and research collaborations that contribute to the development and exchange of mathematical knowledge across the continent.
The scheme is offered by the London Mathematical Society and is open to mathematicians based anywhere in the world. However, the activity supported by the grant must take place in Africa. This makes the opportunity particularly relevant for mathematicians, academic institutions and research collaborators planning mathematical activities within African countries.
The grant can support participation in mathematical conferences and workshops, the organisation of mathematical conferences and workshops, and mathematical research collaborations. Funding can contribute toward travel, accommodation and subsistence expenses, while caring costs for attendees with dependents can also be included. Visa costs are considered part of normal travel expenses.
The maximum award is £2,000. This is an upper limit rather than a guaranteed award, and applicants should request only the amount needed for eligible expenses associated with their proposed activity.
The Mathematics in Africa Grant aims to provide financial support for mathematical activities based in Africa. The programme recognises the importance of conferences, workshops and research collaborations in strengthening mathematical research, education and professional networks.
Supported activities can involve mathematicians from different institutions or countries and may provide opportunities for researchers to share ideas, develop collaborations and participate in mathematical events.
The grant is not restricted to mathematicians who are based in Africa. Applicants may be based anywhere in the world, provided that the activity for which funding is requested takes place in Africa.
The London Mathematical Society encourages potential applicants who are unsure whether their proposed activity is suitable for the scheme to contact the Society's Grants Administrator or the Chair of the Research Grants Committee for informal advice before submitting an application.
• Funding of up to £2,000 for eligible mathematical activities.
• Partial support for attendance at mathematical conferences.
• Partial support for participation in mathematical workshops.
• Support for organising mathematical conferences and workshops.
• Support for mathematical research collaborations.
• Contribution toward travel expenses.
• Contribution toward accommodation expenses.
• Contribution toward subsistence expenses.
• Visa costs may be covered as part of normal travel expenses.
• Caring costs may be included for attendees who have dependents.
• Opportunity to strengthen mathematical research and professional collaboration in Africa.
The Mathematics in Africa Grant can support several types of mathematical activities taking place in Africa.
• Attendance at mathematical conferences.
• Attendance at mathematical workshops.
• Organisation of mathematical conferences.
• Organisation of mathematical workshops.
• Mathematical research collaborations.
• Activities that facilitate mathematical knowledge exchange and collaboration.
Applicants must meet the requirements of the London Mathematical Society Mathematics in Africa scheme.
• Be a mathematician based anywhere in the world.
• Propose a mathematical activity that will take place in Africa.
• Ensure that the proposed activity is related to mathematics.
• Apply for eligible expenses connected to the proposed activity.
• Submit the application before the relevant deadline.
• Provide sufficient information about the proposed activity and its financial requirements.
• Be able to arrange payment of the grant through a university or other eligible institution.
The grant may contribute toward several costs associated with approved mathematical activities.
• Travel expenses.
• Accommodation.
• Subsistence expenses.
• Visa costs.
• Caring costs for attendees with dependents.
Applicants should provide information that allows the London Mathematical Society to assess the mathematical value and feasibility of the proposed activity.
The application should clearly explain:
• The mathematical activity being proposed.
• The location where the activity will take place.
• The purpose and objectives of the activity.
• The mathematical value of the proposed activity.
• The expected participants or collaborators.
• The planned dates and programme where relevant.
• The costs associated with the activity.
• The amount of financial support being requested.
• Other sources of financial support where applicable.
The London Mathematical Society assesses applications according to the suitability of the proposed mathematical activity and whether it meets the objectives of the scheme.
Applicants should demonstrate:
• A clear mathematical purpose.
• A well defined activity taking place in Africa.
• A strong rationale for the proposed conference, workshop or collaboration.
• Appropriate use of the requested funds.
• A realistic and clearly explained budget.
• Potential to contribute to mathematical research, collaboration or knowledge exchange.
Conference and workshop organisers are also encouraged to consider diversity when developing their activities.
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