Die Deutsche Schule Lusaka

Take your German further — the world is waiting! 🌟🗺️
At A2, learning German is about turning sentences into stories, questions into conversations, and lessons into real-life experiences.

At A2, you will be able to:
🗨️ Talk confidently about your plans, dreams, and everyday moments
📖 Read messages, short articles, and texts you encounter in real life
✏️ Write emails, notes, or mini-descriptions with your own words
👂 Understand conversations in shops, cafés, or with friends and respond naturally

Step beyond the classroom:
🚶 Explore new cities and navigate confidently wherever you go
🤝 Meet new people, share experiences, and exchange ideas
💼 Dive into volunteering, internships, or work opportunities abroad
🎓 Prepare for B1 and build skills for university, travel, or career adventures

A2 is more than a level — it’s a toolkit for real-life German, giving you confidence, independence, and a chance to discover new possibilities.

📍 Visit us: 55 Independence Avenue, Lusaka
📞 Call: Nikita Mackolisky — 0976767397

✨ Every conversation you have today is a door to your next adventure.

Step into your first German moments! 🐾🎨
At A1, learning German is about playing with words, trying out conversations, and enjoying little victories every day.

At A1, you will be able to:
🗨️ Say hello, introduce yourself, and talk about your favorite things
📖 Recognize signs, understand simple messages, and follow short instructions
✏️ Write quick notes, short emails, or a few lines about yourself
👂 Understand slow conversations and respond naturally

Here’s the exciting part:
💡 Every question you ask, every sentence you say, opens a door to a new experience
🌟 Visiting a market, ordering your favorite food, or meeting new classmates — you’ll be ready
🤝 Trying volunteering or short internships abroad becomes possible
🎓 And every little success builds a foundation for the next level

A1 isn’t just a class — it’s a space to explore, experiment, and celebrate progress in German.

📍 Visit us: 55 Independence Avenue, Lusaka
📞 Call: Nikita Mackolisky — 0976767397

✨ One sentence today, a world of connections tomorrow.

FROM GOETHE CAPETOWN🇿🇦 ➡️➡️➡️ ÖSD LUSAKA 🇿🇲

: STEPHANIE MERILIND MAZUCH

Ladies & Gentlemen, help us warmly welcome Stephanie to the 🎉

She will be based in the beautiful city of Lusaka, Zambia 🇿🇲, Stephanie joins the DDS Group as Head of Teacher Training, Teaching and in the exams department. She is an ÖSD-certified examiner and brings with her a wealth of international experience and expertise.

Born in Germany 🇩🇪, Stephanie studied in the United States 🇺🇸 and worked at Goethe Cape Town 🇿🇦 before accepting her new appointment with ÖSD DDS. Many students in Lusaka already know and appreciate her dedication, professionalism and passion for teaching.

Stephanie will play a leading role in ensuring that DDS continues to offer the highest standards in German language teaching, teacher development and examination preparation across all our campuses. She will also travel to Bulawayo and Harare in May 2026 to conduct her first teacher training course for our Zimbabwean team.

Her appointment forms part of DDS’ deliberate mission to bring highly qualified, internationally experienced teaching staff to Southern Africa, so that we continue to maintain and strengthen our position as the institution of choice for learning German in Zimbabwe, Zambia and Malawi 🇲🇼 beyond.

With Stephanie joining the DDS family, our students and teachers can look forward to even stronger teaching, more rigorous preparation and even greater success in German language examinations.

We are truly honoured to have you with us, Stephanie, and we wish you a pleasant and successful start at DDS, many happy moments in Lusaka, Harare and Bulawayo, and God’s richest blessings as you begin this exciting new chapter with us.

Welcome to the DDS family, Stephanie! 🇩🇪🇿🇲🇿🇼

GO & SHINE IN GERMANY 🇩🇪 LAKSHMI‼️

Lakshmi Swaminathan has now left Zambia 🇿🇲 to begin an exciting new chapter in Germany 🇩🇪, where she will study for a Master’s Degree in English and American Studies at a university in Bamberg.

Lakshmi recently obtained her ÖSD Z-A1 Certificate, which she successfully used as proof of German language proficiency for her visa application at the German Embassy in Lusaka. In this examination, Lakshmi achieved an outstanding mark of over 90% and was therefore automatically inducted into our — a special group at DDS reserved for students who score 90% or more in their ÖSD or Goethe examinations. Being part of is a sign of exceptional dedication, hard work and academic excellence.

Lakshmi is a truly brilliant student who has always shown perseverance, discipline and determination. Throughout her journey, she remained focused on her dream and worked tirelessly towards it. Her success is proof that with commitment and belief, great things are possible.

One of the greatest advantages of studying in Germany is that public university education is generally free, even up to Master’s degree level. This gives students from Zambia and many other countries the opportunity to receive a world-class education without the burden of high tuition fees. Furthermore, students who choose programmes taught entirely in English, such as Lakshmi’s Master’s Degree in English and American Studies, do not need to have very high levels of German before going to Germany. Often, an A1 or A2 level is sufficient for daily life and for the visa process, while students continue improving their German after arrival.

We were privileged to join Lakshmi and her family as we bade her farewell before her departure. It was a proud and emotional moment to see such a gifted and hardworking young lady leaving to pursue her dreams in Germany.

Congratulations, Lakshmi! We are incredibly proud of you and we wish you every success, happiness and God’s richest blessings as you begin your studies in Germany 🇩🇪

GOODBYE CHIUNA, GERMANY AWAITS‼️

Chiuna Mandevu is among the 9 students who departed from Zambia 🇿🇲 last week to start a Bundesfreiwilligendienst (BFD) placement in Baden-Württemberg 🇩🇪 with our long-standing partner, AWO Württemberg.

Chiuna first joined DDS Lusaka to study German and, through determination and perseverance, progressed all the way to B1 level. After many months of hard work and preparation, Chiuna obtained the ÖSD Z-B1 Certificate, which later served as the official proof of German language ability for the visa application submitted at the German Embassy in Lusaka.

The Bundesfreiwilligendienst is a unique opportunity for young people to live and work in Germany while serving in social institutions such as hospitals, nursing homes, kindergartens and community centres. At the same time, participants gain valuable experience, improve their German even further and often create opportunities for future apprenticeships, jobs or studies in Germany.

Our cooperation with AWO Württemberg stretches back many years and has already changed the lives of many students. Just recently, several of our nursing students completed their 3-year apprenticeship programmes in Germany, and we are delighted that a new group of students is now beginning this exciting BFD journey.

Chiuna’s story is one of patience, commitment and faith. There were challenges along the way, but Chiuna remained focused and continued believing that the dream of going to Germany would one day come true. We know that this success has only been possible because of our , who continues to guide DDS and pour out His favour upon our students. Through His grace, Chiuna has been given this incredible opportunity and has now begun a new chapter in life.

We had the privilege of accompanying Chiuna and family to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, where we said our goodbyes before the journey to Germany began. It was a proud and emotional occasion as Chiuna left Zambia full of hope and excitement for the future.

Congratulations, Chiuna! We are extremely proud of you and pray that our blesses and protects you as you begin your new life in Germany 🇩🇪

THE DREAM IS HERE LIZWELITINI, LIVE IT‼️

Lizwelitini Mwanzah is another of the 9 students who travelled from Zambia 🇿🇲 last week to begin a new life chapter in Germany 🇩🇪 through the Bundesfreiwilligendienst (BFD) programme with our trusted partners, AWO Württemberg, in Baden-Württemberg.

Her journey started at DDS Lusaka, where she enrolled for German lessons and gradually progressed through the different levels. Through hard work, consistency and dedication, Lizwelitini successfully reached B1 level and earned her ÖSD Z-B1 Certificate. This qualification became an important part of her successful visa application at the German Embassy in Lusaka.

The Bundesfreiwilligendienst is a programme that allows young people to spend time in Germany serving in social institutions such as hospitals, nursing homes, daycare centres and community projects. It is a valuable opportunity not only to gain practical experience, but also to experience German culture, strengthen language skills and build a foundation for future opportunities such as Ausbildung programmes or long-term work in Germany.

For many years, DDS has enjoyed a strong partnership with AWO Württemberg. Through this cooperation, many students have already been able to build successful futures in Germany. Only recently, several of our former nursing apprenticeship candidates celebrated the completion of their 3-year programmes.

Throughout her journey, Lizwelitini kept believing and never gave up. We know that none of these achievements would have been possible without our . He has continued to lead DDS and our students, blessing them with favour, opportunity and strength. We thank our for opening this door for Lizwelithini and for allowing her dream to become a reality.

We joined Lizwelitini together with her family at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to bid her farewell before her departure. It was a very special moment as she left Zambia to begin this exciting new season of her life in Germany.

Congratulations, Lizwelitini! We are so proud of what you have achieved and wish you great success and happiness in Germany

HEAR, HEAR MASVINGO‼️

Die Deutsche Schule is now in the GREAT CITY OF MASVINGO at Kyle College 🇩🇪

German classes will officially commence in the upcoming Second Term of 2026 (May/June)

Students from other schools are also welcome to enrol and attend classes at Kyle College.

For external students, adults and everyone else in the wonderful city of Masvingo, weekend classes will also begin during the second school term.

Please note that registration for all classes is done exclusively through the Administration Office at Kyle College.

Join the biggest and most trusted German language school in Zimbabwe and start your journey towards:

• German language certificates
• University studies in Germany
• Apprenticeships and jobs in Germany
• Exchange programmes and travel opportunities 🇩🇪

PHOTO ALBUM : DDS KITWE OFFICIAL OPENING, COPPERBELT PROVINCE , ZAMBIA 🇿🇲

GRACE CHANDA MULENGA- ITS YOUR TIME‼️

Grace Chanda Mulenga is also one of the 9 students who left Zambia 🇿🇲 last week to begin her Bundesfreiwilligendienst (BFD) programme in Baden-Württemberg 🇩🇪 with our valued and long-standing partners, AWO Württemberg.

Grace started her German language journey at DDS Lusaka and worked diligently through her levels until B1. With great perseverance and commitment, she successfully obtained her ÖSD Z-B1 Certificate, which she later used as proof of language proficiency during her visa application at the German Embassy in Lusaka.

Like many of our students, Grace has shown that with determination, discipline and faith, it is possible to achieve your dream of going to Germany. Her journey was not always easy, but she remained focused and continued to work hard towards her goal.

The BFD, or Bundesfreiwilligendienst, is a voluntary service programme in Germany which gives young people the opportunity to live and work in areas such as healthcare, elderly care, childcare and social services. At the same time, students gain valuable international experience, improve their German language skills and often create opportunities for future apprenticeships, studies and long-term careers in Germany.

Above all, we give thanks to our , who remains the source of every blessing and every success story at DDS. It is through His grace, favour and perfect timing that Grace has been able to reach this milestone. Our has truly poured favour upon our students and has opened doors that once seemed impossible.

We had the privilege of accompanying Grace and her family to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, where we joined them in saying goodbye as she departed for Germany. It was a moment filled with pride, joy and emotion as Grace began this wonderful new chapter of her life.

Congratulations, Grace! We are incredibly proud of you and we wish you every success and God’s richest blessings as you begin your journey in Germany

🚨 HEAR THIS, COPPERBELT‼️

DDS IS NOW OFFICIALLY IN KITWE 🇿🇲🇩🇪

Today marks a historic day as Die Deutsche Schule proudly opened in the great city of Kitwe, bringing the famous DDS directly to the people of the Copperbelt Province in partnership with Mindolo Ecumenical Foundation. The classes are at their Campus

Our very first class began TODAY with 15 students, and we proudly welcome them into the DDS student body spread across Southern Africa.

Community leaders from across the Copperbelt joined the Head of DDS Lusaka, Klaus Trifellner, in officially opening our new Kitwe location, in a strong show of support for the opportunities that German language and international pathways can bring to the region.

For the first time, students in the Copperbelt can now access the life-changing opportunities that Germany has to offer without needing to travel far to begin their journey.

Through DDS, students in the Copperbelt can now prepare for:

• Apprenticeships in Germany with salaries of around €1,000–€1,300 per month
• Tuition-free university studies in Germany, even up to Master’s degree level
• Jobs and careers in sectors such as hospitality, healthcare, engineering, IT, logistics and skilled trades
• Volunteer programmes, au pair opportunities and cultural exchange programmes
• Internationally recognised German language qualifications through the famous ÖSD examinations

The Copperbelt is rich in talent, ambition and potential — and now the doors to Germany are officially open from Kitwe!

This is only the beginning. Bigger classes, more students, more opportunities and more success stories are coming.

WELCOME TO DDS KITWE! 🔥🇿🇲🇩🇪

NEW LIFE BEGINS IN GERMANY 🇩🇪 FOR PRISCILLA‼️

Priscilla Mulenga is among the 9 students who departed from Zambia 🇿🇲 last week to start a Bundesfreiwilligendienst (BFD) programme in Baden-Württemberg 🇩🇪 with our trusted and long-standing partners, AWO Württemberg.

Priscilla began her German studies at DDS Lusaka and worked steadily through her language levels with great determination and commitment. Along her journey, she made several trips to Zimbabwe in order to sit for her German examinations at ÖSD Harare. She later completed her final B1 certification at the new ÖSD Prüfungszentrum Lusaka, where she obtained her ÖSD Z-B1 Certificate. This certificate was then used as proof of German language proficiency for her visa application at the German Embassy in Lusaka.

The BFD, or Bundesfreiwilligendienst, gives young people the opportunity to travel to Germany and work in social fields such as hospitals, retirement homes, childcare centres and other community organisations. It is not only a chance to gain work experience, but also a valuable pathway into German life, often opening doors to future apprenticeships, studies and long-term opportunities in Germany.

Our cooperation with AWO Württemberg has grown stronger over many years. Only last week, several students who had begun their journeys through our nursing apprenticeship programme completed their 3-year Ausbildung in Germany. We are therefore incredibly excited to see this new BFD chapter begin and to watch students like Priscilla take their next step.

Most importantly, we thank and praise our , who has been the foundation of every success story at DDS. Through His grace and favour, Priscilla’s dream has become a reality. Our has continued to guide, strengthen and bless our students, making a way where there once seemed to be none.

We were privileged to accompany Priscilla and her family to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to say our farewells as she left for Germany. It was a proud and emotional moment as she embarked on this exciting new journey.

Congratulations, Priscilla! We are so proud of you and wish you God’s richest blessings as you begin your new life in Germany 🇩🇪