Japan Africa Dream Scholarship (JADS) Program 2025–2026 – Fully Funded Master’s Opportunity
The Japan Africa Dream Scholarship (JADS) Program 2025–2026 is now open, offering fully funded scholarships for high-achieving African students to study in Japan.
This prestigious program provides talented individuals with the knowledge, skills, and global exposure needed to contribute to Africa’s development across key sectors.
About the JADS Program
The JADS Program is a collaboration between the African Development Bank (AfDB) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). It aims to support Africa’s future leaders by funding postgraduate studies at some of Japan’s top universities.
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The scholarship is specifically designed for students interested in fields that can drive Africa’s sustainable development, including:
- Energy
- Agriculture
- Health
- Environmental Sustainability
- Engineering
BENEFITS
This is a fully funded opportunity, meaning all major expenses are taken care of, including:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly living allowance
- Round-trip airfare between the home country and Japan
- Health insurance
- Research and thesis preparation costs
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a national of an African Development Bank member country.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a relevant field.
- Have relevant professional experience in their area of study.
- Meet the academic and language requirements of the chosen Japanese university.
How to Apply
To learn more about the application process and program details, visit the official announcement here
Deadline: The application deadline has not been specified, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
