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africaSTEMI Live! is committed to enabling access for the next generation of cardiovascular professionals. We offer travel grants, registration bursaries, and research funding for clinicians across Africa and beyond.

Travel Grants Available
Young Cardiologist Awards
Low-Resource Setting Priority
2026 Cycle Closed
Available Grants

Supporting Access to Cardiovascular Education

africaSTEMI Live! 2026 is proud to offer several grant and bursary programmes. Priority is given to clinicians from sub-Saharan Africa, low-resource settings, and young professionals in training.

Flagship Programme
africaSTEMI Full Travel Grant
Return airfare, accommodation & full registration for selected recipients
2026 Cycle Closed

Our flagship grant covers return economy airfare, 4 nights accommodation at the congress hotel, and full congress registration including workshops. Up to 15 grants are awarded each year to outstanding candidates from sub-Saharan Africa.

Value
Full package
Airfare + hotel + registration
Awards Available
Up to 15
Competitive selection
Application Deadline
15 March 2026
Midnight EAT
Notification
1 April 2026
Via email
Eligibility Criteria
  • Physician, cardiologist, or cardiac specialist
  • Resident in a sub-Saharan African country
  • Submitted abstract to africaSTEMI Live! 2026
  • Under 40 years of age (priority, not exclusive)
  • First-time attendee (priority)
  • Cannot be a current faculty member
  • Industry-employed applicants not eligible
How to Apply
Young Professionals
Young Cardiologist Award & Bursary
Registration bursary + abstract presentation slot for young cardiologists
2026 Cycle Closed

This award supports early-career cardiologists by providing full congress registration and a dedicated abstract presentation slot at the Young Cardiologist Session. Recipients also receive a certificate of award and are featured in the congress programme.

Value
Full Registration
+ presentation slot
Awards Available
Up to 20
Competitive
Deadline
15 March 2026
Age Limit
Under 40 years
Eligibility
  • Under 40 years of age at time of congress
  • Cardiology trainee, fellow, or specialist ≤5 years post-qualification
  • Must submit an abstract for the Young Cardiologist Session
  • Open to all African countries (no residency restriction)
Nurses & Allied Health
Nursing & Allied Health Professional Grant
Full registration bursary for nurses and allied health professionals
2026 Cycle Closed

Recognising the critical role of nurses and allied health professionals in cardiovascular care, this grant provides full congress registration. Up to 30 bursaries are available, prioritising applicants from government and mission hospitals in under-served regions.

Value
Full Registration
USD 280 value
Awards Available
Up to 30
Deadline
15 March 2026
Priority
Government & mission hospitals
Eligibility
  • Registered nurse or allied health professional
  • Working in a cardiac or critical care setting
  • Resident in an African country
  • Letter of support from employer required
Research Funding
africaSTEMI Research Seed Grant
Small-grant funding for cardiovascular research projects led from Africa
2026 Cycle Closed

The africaSTEMI Research Seed Grant provides up to USD 5,000 to support small-scale cardiovascular research projects based in Africa. Projects must be presented at africaSTEMI Live! 2026. Awards are made in partnership with the Cardiovascular Journal of Africa.

Grant Amount
Up to USD 5,000
Per project
Projects Funded
3–5 awards
Deadline
15 March 2026
Partner
CVJA & PASCAR
Eligibility
  • Principal investigator based in Africa
  • Cardiovascular or related clinical research focus
  • Project not yet started (seed funding)
  • Commitment to present results at africaSTEMI 2026 or 2027
  • IRB/Ethics approval obtained or in progress
How It Works

Application Process

1
Submit Your Abstract
All grant applicants (except the Research Seed Grant) must first submit an abstract to africaSTEMI Live! 2026 via the Submissions page. This must be done before or alongside your grant application.
2
Complete the Grant Application Form
Click "Apply Now" on the relevant grant above. Provide your personal details, institutional affiliation, a 300-word statement of need/interest, and upload your CV (PDF, max 2MB).
3
Review by Grants Committee
Applications are reviewed by the africaSTEMI Grants Committee, comprising senior faculty and PASCAR representatives. Decisions are based on academic merit, financial need, geographic diversity, and institutional affiliation.
4
Notification & Acceptance
Successful applicants are notified by email by 1 April 2026. Recipients must confirm acceptance within 7 days. Funding logistics (flights, hotel, etc.) are arranged directly by the secretariat.
5
Attend & Present
Grant recipients are expected to attend the full congress and present their work. A short post-congress report is required from all travel grant recipients within 4 weeks of the event.
Key Deadlines
  • Abstract submission deadline
    1 Apr 2026
  • All grant application deadline
    15 Mar 2026
  • Grant recipients notified
    1 Apr 2026
  • Acceptance confirmation due
    8 Apr 2026
  • Congress dates
    6–9 May 2026
Funding Partners

Grants are made possible through the generous support of africaSTEMI corporate sponsors and academic partners.

Interested in sponsoring a grant? Contact us about our sponsorship packages.

Application Tips
  • Submit your abstract first — it strengthens your grant application significantly.
  • Be specific about your financial need and how attendance will benefit your patients and community.
  • Include a letter of support from your Head of Department or supervisor.
  • Keep your CV updated with recent publications and presentations.
  • Apply early — we process on a rolling basis and communicate with applicants promptly.
Grants Enquiries
grants@heartandlife.co.ke
+254(0)790 111 999
WhatsApp Us
Mon–Fri, 08:00–17:00 EAT
africaSTEMI Live! 2026 — Grant Application
Apply for Grant

Please complete all fields. The Grants Committee will review your application and notify you by 1 April 2026.

We will acknowledge receipt within 2 business days. All decisions are final and communicated by 1 April 2026.