The DAAD Leadership for Africa (LfA) Scholarship 2025 is now open for qualified East African students and refugees to pursue fully funded Master’s programs in Germany. This prestigious scholarship, funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, empowers future leaders through academic advancement, leadership training, and international exposure.

Host Country:

Germany

Eligible Countries:

Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Uganda

Scholarship Type:

Postgraduate (Master’s)

Deadline:

June 10, 2025

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive a comprehensive funding package, including:

Full tuition coverage (no tuition fees in German public universities)
Monthly stipend of €934 (≈ €11,208/year)
German language course (up to 6 months) with accommodation and pocket money
Travel allowance
Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
Annual study allowance
Mandatory LEAD! leadership training programme
If applicable: Rent subsidy & support for dependents (spouse/children)

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

Be a citizen or refugee from one of the eligible countries
Hold a Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2nd class upper) completed within the last 6 years
Demonstrate good English or German proficiency
Refugees must provide proof of status issued before April 3, 2024

Fields of Study

All fields except the following:

Medicine
Veterinary Medicine
Dentistry
Law
Fine Arts
Architecture

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

Completed DAAD online application form (via DAAD portal)
Curriculum Vitae (max 3 pages) – Use Europass Template
Motivation Letter (1–3 pages)
Study Course Profile Form – List 3 tuition-free Master’s programs
If applicable: Form for Additional Master’s Degree
Proof of language proficiency
Bachelor’s certificate & transcript, including grading system
Passport/ID copy
Refugee status documents (for refugee applicants)
Optional: Recommendation letters, job/internship certificates, prior scholarships, etc.

Scholarship Timeline

April 2025 – German language course begins
October 1, 2026 – Master’s programs commence

How to Apply – Step-by-Step

Register on the DAAD Portal
→ DAAD Application Portal

Complete Online Application

• Fill in application form
• Upload all required documents (PDF format)
• Include translations if documents are not in English/German
• Submit your complete application before the deadline

Final Tip

Apply early and double-check all documents. This is a life-changing opportunity to study in Germany for free, gain global exposure, and become a change leader in your community.

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