Radical improvement of road safety in low and medium income countries in Africa

Last updated: 17.7.2025
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This EU-funded program, "Radical improvement of road safety in low and medium income countries in Africa," under Horizon Europe, focuses on significantly reducing road fatalities and serious injuries in Africa. It emphasizes research and innovation to develop and implement effective road safety practices and policies, fostering strong analytical bases and practical pilot demonstrations through balanced European and African partnerships.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility for the "Radical improvement of road safety in low and medium income countries in Africa" program. It details the specific types of entities that can apply, the geographical focus primarily on African nations, and the overarching objectives of the program, which aim to drastically enhance road safety and reinforce local capabilities in the targeted regions.

What is Funded

This section specifies the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under this program. It covers key sectors, the typical development stage of supported projects, and notes on eligible and excluded costs.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides details on the financial aspects of the program, including the type of financial instrument, the allocated budget for the specific call, and the expected duration of funded projects.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to. It covers various stipulations for application and project implementation.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process of preparing and submitting their proposals, detailing how applications are evaluated and decisions are communicated.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the "Radical improvement of road safety in low and medium income countries in Africa" program under Horizon Europe, providing its legitimate framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

8,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

19.10.2021

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Low and medium income countries in Africa for project activities, with collaboration from European partners.

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Road users, public authorities, traffic management entities, local partners, civil society organisations, non-governmental organisations, local government bodies, institutions, private companies in Africa.

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC)

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