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DAAD Regional Office in Accra

Information & Consultation for Ghana, Cameroon and Nigeria

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The DAAD is represented in Ghana by the Regional Office Accra. The office is reponsible for students, researchers and universities in Ghana, Nigeria and Cameroon.

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Study and Research in Germany

Exploring health misinformation, scientific evidence, and trust in a digital world.

Science Lecture - 15th October 2026

Join leading experts from Ghana and Germany as they explore the impact of health misinformation, discuss ways to build trust in science, and share evidence-based insights

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DAAD summer school

Scholarship programme

The DAAD summer school scholarship programme aims at helping students and graduates improve their knowledge of German (general language, special language) and their cultural knowledge of Germany.

Opportunities for study and research in Germany

DAAD in Nigeria

This page give an overview of options and important links for Nigerians as far as research and academia exchanges between Germany and Nigeria is concerned.

PhD and Research in Germany

Completing a PhD and Researching

Germany offers excellent research opportunities for EU/international PhD students and researchers.

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Master's Degree

Scholarship offers for Ghana I Cameroon I Nigeria

The DAAD offers diverse scholarship schemes Ghanaian applicants. These includes Master scholarships for selected study programmes in Germany and in other partner institutions in sub-Saharan Africa (In-country/In-region programmes).

Admission Requirements

Step 3

Gaining admission to a German university is an important step on your path to studying in Germany. The DAAD Regional Office Accra has compiled some information on the procedures and requirements involved in this process.

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DAAD Regional Office Accra Newsletter

Overview of Latest News

A bi-monthly e-newsletter informing about DAAD scholarship programmes, higher education cooperation between Germany and Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon.

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Contact

Complete Our Contact Form

For general enquiries, you can please complete our contact form. We will get back to you in due course.

DAAD Ghana-Alumni Network

Strengthening regional networks

The DAAD alumni network aims to bring alumni together to strengthen their networks and foster sustainable interdisciplinary exchanges.

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DAAD Nigeria Alumni Network

The DAAD Alumni Association of Nigeria is an academic, socio-cultural, non-political and not-for-profit organization of former beneficiaries of the DAAD Scholarship.

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12.08.2026 | News

Strengthening Germany–Nigeria Partnerships

How can German and Nigerian universities work together to advance research, innovation and entrepreneurship while addressing shared societal challenges? This question was at the heart of a series of meetings and site visits in Abuja last week.

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Official Launch

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Working visit to Nigeria

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21 German institution rectors and vice rectors visit Ghana

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Events

Introductory Session - October 2026

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October 1, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM

Hybrid (Online and in-person at the DAAD Regional Office Accra, 20 Osu La Crescent)

Science Lecture: Fact or Fiction? Health, Science and Misinformation in a Digital World

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October 15, 2026, 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

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Online University Presentation - October 2026

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October 21, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM

Online

Introductory Session - November 2026

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November 5, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM

Hybrid (Online and in-person at the DAAD Regional Office Accra, 20 Osu La Crescent)

Online University Presentation - November 2026

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November 18, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM

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Online University Presentation - December 2026

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December 9, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM

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Offers & Services

General Info-Events / Subject Specific Conferences and Workshops

DAAD Ghana Events

Find out about events organised by DAAD Regional Office Accra.
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DAAD Regional Office Accra Newsletter

Overview of Latest News

A bi-monthly e-newsletter informing about DAAD scholarship programmes, higher education cooperation between Germany and Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon.
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Meet Us Online or In-Person in Accra, Ghana

Book an Appointment

We offer individual consultation and counselling on Mondays, Thursday and Fridays. Please book for an appointment prior to your visit.
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Study, Research & Teach

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My GUIDE helps you find the

Based on your academic background and interests, My GUIDE will find suitable study programmes for you. Check your entrance qualification and contact your favourite university.

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University Cooperation

Find Funding Programmes

German universities, like most universities around the world, maintain a broad network of international partnerships. The DAAD supports such international partnerships through a number of schemes that aim to foster cooperation among higher education institutions.

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Alumni Services

Scholarship Holders

In the eyes of the DAAD, the end of a funding period marks the beginning of a long-standing relationship with us. We aim to stay in touch with our alumni as well as help you get to know one another through a serious of programmes and activities. We also support you in setting up regional DAAD alumni clubs and other forms of networking opportunities.

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