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02/09/2026

It’s been a month since Falling Walls Lab Gauteng 2026, so we thought it was time for one more look back at an unforgettable day.

20 finalists took the stage, each with three minutes to present an idea and show what could be possible.

Hosted by the DAAD Information Centre Johannesburg in partnership with the University of the Witwatersrand, the Lab connected emerging innovators from Gauteng with a global community of ideas, research and innovation.

And of course, congratulations once again to our winner, Alimerinda Mlambo, who will take her idea to Berlin for the Falling Walls Lab Finale.

Here’s a little look back at the day.

FACEBOOKOPEN CALL | DAAD Cotutelle / Bi-nationally Supervised Doctoral DegreesAre you a doctoral candidate interested in...
02/09/2026

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OPEN CALL | DAAD Cotutelle / Bi-nationally Supervised Doctoral Degrees

Are you a doctoral candidate interested in conducting part of your research in Germany?

The DAAD offers funding for doctoral candidates whose research is supervised by academics at their home university and a host institution in Germany.

Deadline: 24 September 2026

Find eligibility and application details in the DAAD Scholarship Database: https://buff.ly/0fUaotP

OPEN CALL | DAAD Research Grants in GermanyAre you a doctoral candidate or early-career postdoctoral researcher looking ...
27/08/2026

OPEN CALL | DAAD Research Grants in Germany

Are you a doctoral candidate or early-career postdoctoral researcher looking to conduct research in Germany?

The DAAD Research Grants in Germany programme supports research stays at state or state-recognised universities and non-university research institutions in Germany, in agreement with a scientific supervisor.

Who can apply?
• Doctoral candidates whose doctorate started no more than 3 years before the application deadline
• Postdoctoral researchers who completed their doctorate no more than 4 years before the application deadline

Funding:
• Doctoral candidates: 2–12 months
• Postdocs: 2–6 months
• €1,400 monthly scholarship payment
• Additional benefits may be available depending on the duration and circumstances of the research stay

Upcoming deadline: 24 September 2026

Selection is expected in February 2027, with funding starting from May 2027.

A second application deadline is 17 March 2027, with funding starting from September 2027.

Applicants must apply online via the DAAD Portal and submit all required documents by the relevant deadline.

Find the full eligibility criteria, application requirements and programme details here:

https://buff.ly/AtVxrQ4

Deadline: 24 September 2026

STUDY & RESEARCH IN GERMANYThinking about studying or conducting research in Germany?Join the DAAD Information Centre Jo...
21/08/2026

STUDY & RESEARCH IN GERMANY

Thinking about studying or conducting research in Germany?

Join the DAAD Information Centre Johannesburg at Wits for an information session on study and research opportunities in Germany, including DAAD scholarships and funding opportunities.

📅 1 September 2026
🕧 12:30–13:15
📍 Bernard Price Building, Wits

Come along, bring your questions and find out more about opportunities for your next academic step in Germany.

FINAL CALL | INREM ALUMNI SEMINAR 2026Are you a Germany alumnus working in forestry, forest management, environmental sc...
18/08/2026

FINAL CALL | INREM ALUMNI SEMINAR 2026

Are you a Germany alumnus working in forestry, forest management, environmental sciences or a related field?

The INREM Alumni Network at TU Dresden is inviting applications for:

“Restoring Tropical Forest Ecosystems in Sub-Saharan Africa – A Cross-Country Learning Exchange”

📍 Arusha, Tanzania
📅 9–13 November 2026
Fully sponsored by the DAAD

The seminar is open to alumni from African countries who have studied in Germany, including those who completed a short-term study or training stay of at least three months.

Application deadline: 18 August 2026

How to apply

Applicants must submit one single PDF containing:

• Completed application form
• Short CV with photograph
• Documentation confirming alumni status
• Abstract for a poster presentation relevant to the seminar and referencing the applicant’s home country

Name your PDF: Last name_First name_country
Example: Schneider_Tom_Germany

Submit your application by email to [email protected].

Only complete applications will be considered. Selection will take into account the relevance of the application to the seminar, as well as diversity of nationality, gender and age.

Full application details and application form:
https://datashare.tu-dresden.de/s/QZG53nFWCw3BDby

Please note: Selected participants will be notified by 1 September 2026.

For enquiries: Dr Eckhard Auch | [email protected]

💼 HIRING: Programme & Operations Coordinator of the DAAD Information Centre in Johannesburg (Full-time) - One year contr...
18/08/2026

💼 HIRING: Programme & Operations Coordinator of the DAAD Information Centre in Johannesburg (Full-time) - One year contract (AD09)

Find out what the requirements are, what would be expected of you in this role & how to register a profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform in order to apply. (Job: IRC106744)

🌍️ Application: https://buff.ly/JiZVtlC
📆 Deadline: 31 August 2026

❓️ Enquiries only: [email protected]

✨ What an inspiring day at Falling Walls Lab Gauteng 2026!Hosted by DAAD South Africa in partnership with Wits Universit...
05/08/2026

✨ What an inspiring day at Falling Walls Lab Gauteng 2026!

Hosted by DAAD South Africa in partnership with Wits University, the event showcased exceptional young researchers and innovators who proved that big ideas can be shared in just three minutes.

Congratulations to all the participants for their passion, creativity and commitment to breaking down the walls that limit progress through science, research and innovation.

🏆 Congratulations to our winners:

🥇 Alimerinda Mlambo – Wits University
🥈 Nsindiso Ngcobo – University of Pretoria
🥉 Cynthia Gwada – Wits University

We wish Alimerinda Mlambo every success as she represents South Africa at the Falling Walls Lab Global Finale in Berlin this November!

A heartfelt thank you to our partner Wits University, our judges, supporters and everyone who made this inspiring event possible. Here's to celebrating ideas that shape a better future!

We're live! Today is the day.Falling Walls Lab Gauteng 2026 is officially underway, bringing together 20 brilliant innov...
05/08/2026

We're live!

Today is the day.

Falling Walls Lab Gauteng 2026 is officially underway, bringing together 20 brilliant innovators with one challenge:

- 3 minutes. One breakthrough idea. One chance to represent South Africa in Berlin.
- Good luck to all our finalists. We can't wait to hear your breakthrough ideas!
- Stay tuned as we share highlights from an inspiring day of innovation.

Stream Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kE1_EQI21E

📢 The road to the Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin begins at Wits.📢 This Wednesday, the DAAD Information Centre Jo...
03/08/2026

📢 The road to the Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin begins at Wits.📢

This Wednesday, the DAAD Information Centre Johannesburg, in partnership with the University of the Witwatersrand and the Falling Walls Foundation, will host Falling Walls Lab Gauteng 2026.

Emerging researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs will each have just three minutes to present their breakthrough ideas to an expert jury. One outstanding participant will earn the opportunity to represent Gauteng at the Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin, Germany, joining innovators from around the world.

As we count down to the event, we're looking back at highlights from last year's Science Summit, offering a glimpse of what awaits the winner of Falling Walls Lab Gauteng 2026.

📅 Wednesday, 5 August 2026
🕘 09:00–15:00
📍 University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
🎥 Watch live: https://buff.ly/9Smpg2Q

Join us as we discover the next breakthrough headed to Berlin.

INFO-CAFÉ: DAAD South Africa Consultation HourDo you have any questions about DAAD funding opportunities to study or do ...
23/07/2026

INFO-CAFÉ: DAAD South Africa Consultation Hour

Do you have any questions about DAAD funding opportunities to study or do research in Germany? Would you like assistance finding the right scholarship programme suited to your academic goals?

Date: 30 July 2026
Time: 12:00-13:00

😁 Simply join the meeting room at the time to ask any questions: https://daad-veranstaltung.webex.com/meet/daad00

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