The International Labour Organization (ILO) — Better Regional Migration Management (BRMM) Programme invites university students to enter the University Essay Writing Competition, themed “Young Voices on Safe Migration for Work.” Importantly, the deadline for submissions is 25 November 2026.
This regional contest is open to students from seven countries in East and the Horn of Africa. In addition, first-place winners will be invited to present at the Fifth Labour Migration Advisory Group (LMAG) meeting in Zanzibar, Tanzania, from 16–18 December 2026.
Key Details:
Application Deadline: 25 November 2026
Eligible Countries: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda
Contest Type: University essay writing competition
Prize / Benefits: Travel and accommodation covered by the ILO for first-place winners invited to present at the Fifth LMAG meeting in Zanzibar, Tanzania
About the Contest
This competition focuses on safe, regular and orderly labour migration. Therefore, it gives university students a platform to share ideas on labour migration issues that matter across the region.
The contest is hosted by the International Labour Organization (ILO) under the Better Regional Migration Management (BRMM) Programme. Moreover, selected winners will present their work to regional policymakers at the Fifth LMAG meeting in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be university students.
- Applicants must be from one of the following countries: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, or Uganda.
Number of Awards: Not specified – please see official page
Prize / Value: Travel and accommodation covered by the ILO for first-place winners invited to present at the Fifth LMAG meeting in Zanzibar, Tanzania
How to Apply
Interested students should visit the official ILO page for the competition details and application instructions. Since the official announcement is the authoritative source, review it carefully before applying.
👉 Visit the official contest page for details
