David’s Journey from Ghana to Hungary Through Scholarship
David, a Ghanaian currently living in Hungary, shared his life story on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide show with DJ Nyaami. He has been in Hungary for three years and resides in Budapest, the country’s capital.
According to David, his journey abroad began in 2023. Before that, he was working in Ghana as an alchemist, producing hand sanitizers. Business was good around 2019, but after COVID-19, demand dropped significantly. This forced him to think about other opportunities for his future.
While searching for options, David heard about a bilateral scholarship between the governments of Ghana and Hungary. He applied and was fortunate to be admitted in 2023 to pursue his master’s degree.
David, a native of Ga, grew up in Dansoman and also lived in Osu. After completing his national service, he attended the University of Cape Coast, where he studied Chemistry for four years. Later, a friend shared a link to the scholarship portal, which opened in November. He applied and within two months received admission.
Coming from a family of good cooks—both his father and mother loved cooking—David also developed a passion for food. This influenced his decision to pursue Food Engineering in Hungary.
He explained that when choosing a university course, it’s important to think about employability after graduation. In Ghana, graduates often struggle to find jobs even after excelling academically. The Hungarian scholarship, however, makes education accessible and rewarding.
The process is simple: applicants submit their forms online, then the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat nominates candidates to the Hungarian government. Shortlisted applicants undergo an aptitude test and an online interview. Benefits include free tuition, a stipend, accommodation support, and even flight tickets sponsored by the Ghanaian government. David is currently studying at the University of Szeged, one of Hungary’s top universities.
The scholarship also allows students to work up to 20 hours a week. But he noted that Hungary has strict immigration laws—residence permits are only renewed if students or graduates work in their field of study.
David also shared some personal experiences. He once faced checks at the Serbian border, where authorities confirmed his documents were legal. He has also traveled to countries like Germany and Austria, noting that while many Africans spend heavily on traveling, they often return broke and must work harder to rebuild.
For David, the scholarship has been a life-changing opportunity, offering not only education but also exposure to international experiences.
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