A fully funded master’s scholarship in Germany, specifically for nationals and refugees of South Sudan and Uganda, funded by the German Federal Foreign Office and administered by DAAD. Part of the wider “Leadership for Africa” programme launched in 2021.
Verified Opportunity
DAAD "Leadership for Africa" Scholarship (East Africa)
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Opportunity Overview
Opportunity Details
Funding Type
Verification & Key Dates
Verification Date
July 17, 2026
Deadline
Confirmed cycle details found were for winter term 2026 entry (language course from April 2026, studies from October 2026) — given today's date, that specific application window has very likely already closed. Confirm the next cycle's dates directly with DAAD before relying on this listing.
Source Organization
DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service), funded by the German Federal Foreign Office
Eligibility
Two applicant tracks:
1) Refugees: hold refugee status granted before 2 April 2024, valid at least until April 2026 (proof of renewal required if applicable); country of asylum must be South Sudan or Uganda; completed bachelor's degree at time of application.
2) Direct nationals/graduates: citizenship of South Sudan or Uganda; country of residence is South Sudan or Uganda; completed bachelor's degree at time of application.
Both tracks: not more than 6 years since completion of last academic degree (as a general rule). Not open to Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry, Law, Fine Arts, Architecture, Nursing, or Midwifery programmes (Public Health/Biomedical Master's related to a Medicine degree may be eligible).
Benefits
- Up to 6 months German language course in Germany before studies begin, including test fees (TestDaF/DSH), pocket money, and accommodation during the language course
- Tuition-free Master's (M.A./M.Sc.) at a public or state-recognized German university
- Monthly stipend (found during verification: approximately €934/month — confirm current amount officially)
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
- Mandatory participation in the LEAD! leadership development programme
Application Process
1. Complete the DAAD online application form via the official DAAD portal
2. Submit a Curriculum Vitae (max. 3 pages, Europass format) and a Motivation Letter (1-3 pages)
3. Complete a Study Course Profile Form listing up to 3 eligible Master's programmes
4. Preselected candidates are invited to a digital interview with an independent selection committee
5. You are responsible for separately applying for admission to your chosen German university by its own deadline — note that university application periods for the relevant intake often aren't even open yet at the time you apply for this scholarship
Required Documents
Refugee ID card copy issued before 02.04.2024 (refugee track only). CV (Europass format, max 3 pages). Motivation letter. Study Course Profile Form. Academic transcripts/degree certificate. Exact full list is confirmed only on the official DAAD application portal for the current cycle.
Important Notes
This listing is marked Pending Verification because the specific cycle details found (winter term 2026 entry) have very likely already passed by the time of this verification (17 July 2026) — the language course for that cycle would have started around April 2026. The programme itself is confirmed genuine and currently running (official DAAD domain, active as of this check). Confirm the next open cycle directly at the official link before relying on any date in this listing. Contact for the East Africa track: lfa.nairobi@daad.de (DAAD Regional Office for Africa, Nairobi).
Common Questions
Is this opportunity guaranteed?
No, verification confirms the opportunity is real and current, not that any application will be accepted.
How current is this listing?
Check the Verification Date above, listings are reviewed periodically and marked Expired or Closed when no longer valid.
Can Bang Ti Lenydoor help me apply?
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