UNU-WIDER and African Union Winter School on Public Finance 2026 in Ethiopia
Organized by the United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER) in partnership with the African Union, this prestigious programme aims to equip participants with practical analytical skills needed to address some of Africa’s most pressing fiscal and development challenges.
African researchers, government analysts, and public policy professionals now have an exciting opportunity to strengthen their expertise in public finance, taxation, social protection, and development economics through the 2026 UNU-WIDER and African Union Winter School on Public Finance.
Successful applicants will receive financial support covering travel, accommodation, and most meals during the in-person component in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The Winter School is designed for researchers and policy analysts working on public finance and development issues across Africa. The programme combines advanced training in applied public economics with practical quantitative methods that participants can apply in their research and policy work.
The course will be delivered in two phases:
Participants will engage directly with leading researchers from UNU-WIDER and internationally recognized experts in public finance and development economics.
The programme focuses on policy-relevant research and evidence-based decision-making in developing countries.
Key topics include:
The training combines lectures, practical exercises, case studies, and collaborative learning opportunities designed to enhance participants’ analytical capabilities.
An additional highlight of the programme is participation in the SOUTHMOD at 10 celebration, which will take place during the first day of the in-person Winter School.
The event will feature:
This provides participants with direct access to leading policymakers, economists, and development practitioners working on fiscal policy issues across Africa.
Applications are open to professionals and researchers from across the African continent, including individuals working in:
The organizers are particularly encouraging applications from qualified early-career female researchers, reflecting a commitment to increasing gender representation in economics, public policy, and fiscal research.
One of the major benefits of the programme is the financial assistance available to selected participants.
Successful applicants will receive support covering:
This funding helps ensure that talented researchers and analysts from across Africa can participate regardless of financial constraints.
As African countries seek to strengthen domestic revenue systems, improve public service delivery, and build resilient economies, there is growing demand for professionals with advanced expertise in taxation, public expenditure, social protection, and fiscal policy.
The UNU-WIDER and African Union Winter School provides participants with valuable technical skills, exposure to global research, and opportunities to build professional networks with experts working at the forefront of development economics.
For early-career researchers and policy professionals, participation can significantly strengthen future academic, government, and international development career prospects.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline to be considered for this highly competitive and fully funded opportunity.
For African researchers passionate about public finance, taxation, social protection, and economic development, this Winter School offers a valuable platform to gain cutting-edge skills and contribute to evidence-based policymaking across the continent.
Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding
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