2026 DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarships for African Students | Fully Funded
The DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for postgraduate students from Sub-Saharan Africa to pursue Master’s or PhD studies in their home country or another African country. Here’s a breakdown of the scholarship:
Eligibility Requirements:
- Graduate student from Sub-Saharan Africa with a first academic degree for Master’s programs or a Master’s degree for doctoral programs
- Plan to pursue studies in their home country (In-Country) or another Sub-Saharan African country (In-Region)
- Female applicants and candidates from less privileged regions or groups are especially encouraged
Benefits:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly stipend (up to €600 per month, but the yearly amount is €8,920 as mentioned in some sources, which may include various allowances)
- Study and research allowance (up to €920)
- Printing allowance (€800)
- Travel allowance and health insurance for In-Region scholarship holders
Application Process:
- Visit the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarships webpage
- Select your desired country/region and corresponding program
- Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria
- Create an account on the DAAD portal
- Complete your personal profile and submit required documents
Important Dates:
- Deadline: November 27, 2025 (However, some programs may have different deadlines, so it’s best to check the specific program details)
Participating Institutions:
The scholarship is offered in various African countries, including:
- University of Abomey-Calavi (Benin)
- University of Dschang (Cameroon)
- University of Ghana (Ghana)
- Federal University of Technology, Akure (Nigeria)
- Benue State University Makurdi (Nigeria)
- Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (Kenya)
- Moi University (Kenya)
- Ardhi University (Tanzania)
- Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (Tanzania)
- Botswana International University of Science and Technology (Botswana)
- Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (Malawi)
For more information and to apply, visit the DAAD website.
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