Open call: Goethe-Institut mobility grants for African artists, culture professionals

The scheme primarily focuses on Africa-to-Africa mobility, while artists and cultural organisations based in Europe may also apply if they have an established partnership with an African artist, institution or organisation.

Supported activities must take place between 1 January and 31 August 2027.

The programme aims to strengthen professional networks and knowledge exchange across Sub-Saharan Africa, while creating opportunities for artists and cultural practitioners to develop their practices, access new audiences and markets, and establish longer-term collaborations.

Who can apply?

The opportunity is open to individual artists and culture professionals working in fields including:

• Music
• Visual arts
• Performing arts
• Literature
• Film
• Media arts
• Cultural heritage
• Design
• Architecture
• Fashion design

The grant is specifically intended to support individual professional mobility.

What does the grant support?

The scheme is designed to facilitate:

• Peer learning and professional networking across Sub-Saharan Africa
• Research and artistic collaboration
• Co-creation and the development of artistic practices
• Access to new markets, audiences and professional environments
• Long-term partnerships that contribute to cultural cooperation across the continent

Key details

• Deadline: Apply here before 16 September 2026
• Mobility period: 1 January to 31 August 2027
• Focus: Short-term professional mobility and exchange
• Primary geographical focus: Africa
• Eligible sectors: Arts and culture across multiple disciplines

Applicants are encouraged to consult the official programme guidelines for detailed eligibility requirements, application procedures and funding conditions.

View the original call here.