Call for Proposals: European Commission Cedar Civil Society Capacity Enhancement Dialogue And Recovery South Africa, The European Commission invites grant proposals to empower Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in South Africa, fostering vibrant, active citizenship to drive equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development. This initiative seeks to strengthen CSOs as key partners in shaping impactful development strategies, promoting value-driven growth, and enhancing community-level outcomes across the region.

Last Date of Submission: 30^th September 2025

Objective

(Call for Proposals: European Commission Cedar Civil Society Capacity Enhancement Dialogue And Recovery South Africa)

A key goal of this call is to enhance the capacity of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to spearhead participatory planning and development initiatives. CSOs are expected to drive inclusive multi-stakeholder policy dialogues, collaborating with local communities, authorities, and the private sector. The initiative emphasizes empowering CSOs and communities to play a pivotal role in advancing a just transition, fostering sustainable economic growth, transparency, and accountability.

The programme seeks to bolster the capacity of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to champion environmental protection, reduce CO2 emissions, and advance green transition initiatives aligned with the EU’s Global Gateway strategy. It focuses on promoting awareness, fostering active community engagement, and enabling CSOs to contribute meaningfully to policy design and implementation for sustainable impact.

Funding Information

(Call for Proposals: European Commission Cedar Civil Society Capacity Enhancement Dialogue And Recovery South Africa)

This call offers a total funding pool of EUR 3.625 million, with individual grants ranging between EUR 500,000 and EUR 1,000,000. The European Commission retains the discretion to allocate less than the full budget, depending on the proposals received.

Eligibility Criteria

(Call for Proposals: European Commission Cedar Civil Society Capacity Enhancement Dialogue And Recovery South Africa)

Eligibility Criteria for Grant Application

• Lead Applicant Requirements:
  • Must be a legal, non-profit entity (e.g., NGO, local authority, or public sector operator).
  • Must be based in South Africa, an EU Member State, or another eligible country.
  • If not based in South Africa, must include at least one South African co-applicant.
  • Must be directly involved in managing the proposed project.
• Co-Applicant Requirements:
  • Must share responsibility for project design and execution.
  • Must meet the same eligibility requirements as the lead applicant.
  • If selected, will become official grant beneficiaries.
• Ineligible Entities as Affiliated Partners:
  • Subcontractors.
  • Financial recipients from the applicant.
  • Collaborators bound only by memoranda of understanding.
  • Entities working under a consortium agreement.

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