Master's Scholarships for Students in Sub-Saharan Africa

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The German Academic Excellence Service (DAAD) is seeking scholarship applications from qualified candidates from Sub-Saharan Africa to undertake various Master’s Degree programs.

The Scholarships target individuals who are mostly interested in teaching and research.

The program will run within scholars’ home countries or region for a period of two years.

This is to enable them contribute meaningfully to research, education and economic development in their respective countries.

These programs will specifically be hosted by Universities in South Africa and Nigeria.

In Nigeria, applicants will study Master of Science in Physics at Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta.

In South Africa, they will enroll at University of Cape Town for Master of Philosophy in Urban studies, as well as University of Pretoria, where they will undertake, Master of Science in Mathematics.

Targeted Applicants 

To apply for the programs, you should;

  •      Be a resident of a country in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  •      Already hold an undergraduate degree
  •      Be willing to enroll for either teaching or research programs
  •      Target a Master’s program that aligns with sustainable development goals

What you get

Applicants benefit from full funding during their two year masters’ program.

This funding covers the following;

  •    Annual tuition fees
  •    Annual study and research Allowances
  •    Publishing of thesis, paid once towards the end of scholarship
  •    Annual health insurance.
  •    Travel allowances, paid twice, at the beginning and end of program
  •    Monthly accommodation, among others.

The amount of funds offered vary, depending on the program or applicant’s University of choice.

Tips for successful application

  •    Select a program that is related to the scholarship offer.
  •    Prepare and review application documents before final submission. 
  •    Submit applications early to avoid last minute inconveniences.
  •    Submit fully a completed application form to avoid disqualification.

Application deadline: April 29, 2026.

Applications must be submitted through the official DAAD application portal.

https://mydaad.b2clogin.com/mydaad.onmicrosoft.com/B2C_1A_signup_signin_SAPIAS_saml/samlp/sso/login

The application process for this scholarship is further explained in the video below.







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