Exciting days lie ahead as the DAAD In-Country/In-Region network comes together in Nairobi! 🇰🇪
From 4–6 November 2026, representatives from 32 partner universities across Sub-Saharan Africa will meet for the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Network Conference. The three-day gathering will bring together participants to share experiences, strengthen university partnerships, and explore ways to advance postgraduate education and academic cooperation across the region.
The momentum continues with the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Alumnae Meeting (9–10 November), bringing together female alumni under the theme “From Campus to Career: Empowering Women in Sub-Saharan Africa.” The meeting will celebrate the achievements of DAAD scholars and explore leadership, career development and women's empowerment.
Want to become part of the DAAD network? Applications for the 2027 DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme are still OPEN!
Eligible candidates can apply for postgraduate studies in eight Sub-Saharan African countries: Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda.
📅 Application deadline: 12 November 2026
💻 Still have questions? Join our FINAL online information session!
🗓 4 November 2026
⏰ 2:00–3:30 p.m. EAT
Get last-minute guidance on eligibility, application requirements, and how to prepare a strong application.
👉 Register for the final information session:
https://daad-veranstaltung.webex.com/weblink/register/r6ad62fc5360b2d06db746689297b9167
👉 Explore the scholarship call and apply:
http://www.daad.de/go/en/stipa10000486
Female applicants, recognised refugees and candidates from marginalised groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Your next academic opportunity could begin here. Don't miss the deadline!
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