Unlock Your Future: 2024 DAAD Leadership for Africa Master’s Scholarship Programme

Empowering African Minds: About the Scholarship Programme

Applications are now open for the 2024 DAAD Leadership for Africa Master’s Scholarship Programme, a beacon of hope for aspiring young minds across West and Central Africa. This prestigious initiative, designed to foster academic excellence and leadership, extends a golden opportunity for West and Central Africans to pursue fully funded Master’s studies in Germany.

Forging Future Leaders: Objectives of the Programme

The DAAD Leadership for Africa (LfA) Scholarship Programme is dedicated to nurturing the intellectual prowess and leadership acumen of young refugees and national scholars from Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, and Mauritania. In an era marked by regional conflicts and displacement, this initiative stands tall, aiming to mold future leaders who will spearhead the development agendas of their homelands.

Scholarly Pursuits: Eligibility and Criteria

1. Refugees Seeking Academic Excellence

• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Hold refugee status in host countries, granted before April 2nd, 2023.
  • Country of asylum: Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, or Mauritania.
  • Completion of Bachelor’s degree at the time of application.

2. Nationals Eager for Educational Advancement

• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Citizenship: Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, or Mauritania.
  • Residency: Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, or Mauritania.
  • Completion of Bachelor’s degree at the time of application.

Steps Towards Success: Application Requirements

To embark on this transformative journey, aspiring candidates must fulfill the following prerequisites:

• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree meeting German universities’ standards for Master’s degree admission.
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2nd class upper division honors.
• Proficiency in either English or German.
• For refugees: Possession of Refugee ID card issued before April 2nd, 2023.

Envisioning Excellence: Benefits and Opportunities

Scholarly Support:

• German language course (up to 6 months) in Germany, preceding the commencement of university studies.
• Tuition-free M.A. or M.Sc. degree programme at a public or state-recognized university in Germany, starting in the winter term of 2025.
• Additional mandatory training programme, LEAD!

Financial Assistance:

• Monthly scholarship payments of 934 EURO.
• Health, accident, and personal liability insurance in Germany.
• Travel allowance and yearly study allowance.
• Monthly rent subsidy and allowance for accompanying family members (if applicable).

Looking Ahead: Funding Duration and Timeline

Selected candidates will embark on their German language course earliest by April 2025, with university studies commencing approximately by October 1st, 2025. The funding duration aligns with the standard period of study for eligible Master’s programmes, typically spanning two years of full-time engagement.

Seize the Opportunity: For More Information

For further details and to begin your journey towards academic excellence and leadership, visit the official webpage of the DAAD Leadership for Africa Master’s Scholarship Programme.

Don’t let this chance slip away – seize it today and pave the way for a brighter tomorrow!