The German Bundestag Scholarship offers a fully funded opportunity for young African graduates who are politically and socially active. This prestigious program provides a €700 monthly stipend, free accommodation, travel expenses, and health insurance while giving participants an inside look into the workings of the German parliamentary system.

Scholarship Overview

• Host Country: Germany
• Degree Level: Postgraduate (University Graduates)
• Eligible Countries: Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
• Stipend: €700 per month
• Other Benefits: Accommodation, travel expenses, health, accident, and liability insurance
• Internship: One-week placement in the German Bundestag
• Deadline: July 13, 2025
• IELTS Requirement: Not required (German proficiency at B2 level is necessary)

Scholarship Benefits

✔ Monthly stipend of €700
✔ Fully covered accommodation
✔ Travel expenses covered (round-trip flights)
✔ Health, accident, and liability insurance
✔ Work placement with a German Bundestag member
✔ Workshops on democracy and political decision-making

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the German Bundestag Scholarship, applicants must:
✔ Be from Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ghana, Nigeria, or Senegal
✔ Be under 30 years old by January 1, 2026
✔ Have completed a university degree
✔ Be proficient in German (B2 level)
✔ Show strong political and social engagement

Required Documents

✔ Application Form
✔ Recent passport photo
✔ Letter of Recommendation
✔ Letter of Motivation in German (max. 2 pages, signed)
✔ Copy of passport/ID
✔ University degree certificate
✔ Proof of German language proficiency

How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)

1️⃣ Prepare all required documents (in PDF format)
2️⃣ Name your file as Surname-Firstname.pdf
3️⃣ Send your application via email to bewerbung-ips@dare.diplo.de (German Embassy Dar es Salaam)

📅 Application Deadline: July 13, 2025

Why Apply for the German Bundestag Scholarship?

This program equips young African leaders with the knowledge and experience to influence democracy and governance in their home countries. It is a rare opportunity to learn from top German policymakers while gaining international exposure.

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