AFRIKA KOMMT! is a flagship fellowship of German industry designed for young African professionals and future leaders. The program connects talented Africans with leading German companies for professional development, cross-cultural learning, and leadership growth. It aims to strengthen economic and social cooperation between Africa and Germany while building leadership capacity in Africa.
Location (Country/City)
- Country: Germany
- Fellows spend most of the program working with leading German companies and experiencing German corporate culture and society.
Funding
The fellowship is fully funded and typically covers:
- Monthly stipend / living allowance
- Accommodation support
- Health insurance
- Travel costs (to and from Germany)
- Professional training & development
- German language and intercultural training
(Funding details summarized from official fellowship descriptions of the program.)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an African country
- Hold a university degree (relevant field)
- Have 2–5 years of professional work experience
- Be not older than 35 years
- Have excellent English proficiency
- Basic German is an advantage
- Leadership potential and motivation for change in Africa
Application Date (Opening)
- 16 February 2026
Application Deadline
- 22 March 2026
Duration of Program
- About 1 year (12 months) professional fellowship in Germany.
Application Process
Step-by-Step
- Check eligibility and fellowship profiles.
- Register on the online application portal.
- Complete the application form in English.
- Upload required documents:
- Motivation presentation
- Change initiative idea
- Certificates
- Photo
- Submit before the deadline.
- Shortlisted candidates go through:
- Telephone interview
- 2-day Assessment Centre
- Final selection → Invitation to Germany.
Application Website
- Official portal:
👉 https://application.afrika-kommt.de - Main program page:
👉 https://afrika-kommt.de