German Bundestag IPS Africa Scholarship 2027 in Germany (Fully Funded)

The German Bundestag has officially announced applications for the IPS Africa Scholarship 2027, a fully funded parliamentary fellowship program in Berlin for young African graduates interested in politics, governance, and democratic leadership. Organized by the German Parliament, the program offers selected participants the opportunity to gain firsthand experience inside one of Europe’s most influential legislative institutions.

The fellowship will take place in January and February 2027 and is designed for politically engaged young professionals from selected African countries. Participants will spend several weeks in Berlin learning about parliamentary systems, public policy, and democratic governance through practical training and workshops.

Scholarship Overview

Host Country: Germany
Program Location: Berlin
Fellowship Name: German Bundestag IPS Africa Scholarship 2027
Program Type: Fully Funded Fellowship
Duration: Approximately Four Weeks
Eligible Countries: Selected African countries
Application Deadline: 15 May 2026

Degree Level

Fellowship

Available Subjects

The IPS Africa Scholarship is designed for young leaders interested in:

Politics and Governance
Public Administration
Democracy and Human Rights
International Relations
Public Policy
Leadership Development
Civic Engagement
Legislative Processes

Participants will gain direct exposure to parliamentary work and democratic institutions in Germany.

Benefits

The German Bundestag IPS Africa Scholarship 2027 offers full financial support to selected fellows. Benefits include:

Monthly stipend of €700
Free accommodation in Berlin
Round-trip international airfare
Health, accident, and liability insurance
Training workshops and seminars
Networking opportunities with political leaders and policymakers
Hands-on parliamentary experience in the German Bundestag

The fellowship aims to remove financial barriers and provide participants with professional international exposure.

Eligible Nationalities

Applications are open to citizens of the following countries:

Botswana
Ghana
Kenya
Namibia
Nigeria
Senegal
South Africa
Tanzania
Uganda

Applicants must hold citizenship of one of the eligible African countries.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the IPS Africa Scholarship 2027, applicants must meet the following conditions:

Must be a citizen of an eligible African country
Must be under 30 years of age by 1 January 2027
Must hold a completed university degree
Must demonstrate strong political or social engagement
Must have German language proficiency at minimum B2 level
Must show interest in democracy, governance, and leadership

Candidates involved in NGOs, youth organizations, civil society, or public leadership activities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Program Structure

The fellowship combines academic learning with practical parliamentary experience. The program includes:

Seminars and workshops on governance and democracy
Meetings with members of the German Parliament
Training sessions on project management and intercultural dialogue
One-week placement in a Bundestag member’s office
Exposure to legislative and policy-making processes

Participants will also learn about Germany’s political system and international cooperation initiatives.

Application Procedure

The application process for the German Bundestag IPS Africa Scholarship 2027 involves the following steps:

Visit the official German Bundestag IPS Africa program website.
Download and complete the application form.
Prepare all required supporting documents.
Submit the application through the designated process before the deadline.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews at German diplomatic missions.

Applicants are advised to submit complete and accurate applications to improve their selection chances.