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Your success with German

The Goethe-Institut brings the German language into the world: we offer German courses and exams in more than 90 countries. You can practise German free of charge with our diverse selection of online exercises. Find out about opportunities for professional development and materials for German teachers (DaF/DaZ).

Learn German with the Goethe-Institut

  • German Courses

    Learn German with the professionals. Whether in South Africa, in Germany or online - we are your reliable partner for successful German learning with qualified teachers.

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  • German Exams

    Show what you can really do! Our globally recognised German examinations at levels A1 to C2 provide official proof of your German language skills.

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For German learners

  • Living and working in Germany

    Have you decided to live in Germany permanently, for professional or private reasons? You will need German language skills and up-to-date information about life in Germany. The Goethe-Institut offers you quality support to best prepare you for a successful life in Germany.

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  • Practise German for free

    At the Goethe-Institut, you learn German from the pros. We have developed a range of free media to help you practise your German – from apps with learning material to videos, podcasts and games, as well as social media and community programmes. However well you speak German and whatever your reasons for improving it, the main thing is that you start practising – and enjoy it!

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Learn German in South Africa

Those who speak German experience the world in a more colourful and diverse way. A new language broadens horizons and opens up exciting professional and personal opportunities – which is precisely why people around the world decide to learn German. On this page, you will find not only inspiring information about German as a foreign language, but also an overview of places and programmes where your child can learn German.

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For teachers and educational institutions

  • Teaching German

    We offer German teachers a varied training programme, activities for their classes and teaching materials for a varied and inspiring German lesson.

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  • PASCH-Initiative

    The initiative ‘Schools: Partners for the Future’ (PASCH) comprises a worldwide network of schools with special ties to Germany.

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