The AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme brings together the most visionary young leaders from Africa and leading German companies. Companies benefit from the expertise, knowledge, local network and unique African perspective of the young professionals. The African fellows dive deep into the German corporate specifics, German business spirit and the German culture. Empowered with international experience, technical skills and German language they become African change agents for the sake of both: the German business relations with Africa as well as for economic and social growth in the fellows’ home countries and communities.

What should I know about the AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme?

AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme connects visionary African professionals and leading German companies. Together they pave the way for global inclusive business and mutually beneficial cooperation. 

The programme provides an unparalleled opportunity to young, talented African professionals for a one year career and life transformational experience.

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Why should I participate in the AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme?

As a participant of AFRIKA KOMMT! you will:

• Refine your leadership and management competency
• Access networks & opportunities for career acceleration
• Improve your intercultural competence
• Broaden your perspective and stir up innovation
• Achieve personal growth

AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme Checklist: Am I eligible?

Candidates must meet the following formal application criteria:

Citizenship of an African state

University degree in a relevant subject

Postgraduate studies (e.g. MBA) are an advantage

Two to five years of relevant work experience

Excellent knowledge of English

Basic knowledge of German is an advantage

Not older than 35 years

Application period

16.2. – 24.3.2024

How do I join the AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme?

Three steps to join the programme as a fellow

1

Apply online during the application phase

2

Get selected for the assessment center

3

Receive the invitation to Germany

AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme Application

You can apply for the AFRIKA KOMMT! programme only during the application phase and through our online application portal. Applications by email are not accepted.

How to submit your application

Step 1

Check the general candidate requirements – do you fit the criteria and are you eligible for the programme?

Step 2

Check the available fellowship placements and required profiles for the new intake of AFRIKA KOMMT!

The fellowship placements will only be available during the application phase.

Your application will be considered for the AFRIKA KOMMT! programme as a whole, however you are asked to select maximum 2 profiles in the application form and to give reasons for your choice.

Step 3

Register on https://application.afrika-kommt.de and fill in the application form in English.

Applications in other languages will not be considered.

In addition to filling the application form, you will be asked to upload a short presentation about your motivation, an idea for a change initiative, a photo and your certificates.

About the idea for a change initiative:

One of the aims of AFRIKA KOMMT! is to build a platform that supports young African professionals to design change initiatives that seek to solve social and economic challenges in their countries.  Please think for an idea for a change initative that you would like to implement in your country. You will be asked four questions about your idea in the application form.

Step 4

Submit your application before the  deadline (tbc) – applications submitted after this date cannot be considered.

Application submitted – what happens next?

You will receive feedback on your application within approx. 8-12 weeks after the official end of the application period. The partner companies may contact you to do a short telephone interview with you. If your application has successfully passed the pre-selection stage, you will receive an invitation to a 2-days assessment centre.

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