Open calls from other organizations
Would you like to get to know the German Parliament?
The International Parliamentary Scholarship (IPS) Programme for African Countries is aimed at highly qualified and politically interested young people from Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania and Uganda who wish to make an active contribution to democracy and a vibrant civil society in their home countries.
During an intensive four-week programme, participants have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of the German parliamentary system and political decision making processes. The programme includes a one-week work placement shadowing a Member of the German
Bundestag.
The programme starts at the beginning of January each year.
The scholarship
Participants will receive a stipend of 700 euros.
In addition, shared accommodation in an apartment complex will be provided free of charge, and travel costs to and from Berlin will be covered, as well as health, accident and personal liability insurance.
Participants of the 2026 IPS Africa cohort together with Vice-President of the German Bundestag, Andrea Lindholz.
Application requirements:
■ Citizenship of one of the participating countries (dual citizenship is possible)
■ Under the age of 30 years at the start of the scholarship (cut-off date January 1st)
■ University degree
■ Good knowledge of German (B2 or above)
■ An interest in politics
■ Social/political commitment
Further information on the current list of participating countries and the application process can be found here: www.bundestag.de/ips_afrikanisch
The deadline for application is 15 May 2026
An independent selection panel set up by the Bundestag will choose the successful candidates.
Contact
Please send any further questions via email to: ips-afrika@bundestag.de
Parliamentary Coordination
The IPS programme is coordinated at parliamentary level by the rapporteur group of the Commission on Internal Affairs, which was set up by the Council of Elders of the German Bundestag.
