Applications are currently being accepted for the One Young World (OYW) Bursary Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About OYW Bursary Scholarship
The OYW Bursary is a fully funded initiative that identifies, connects, and supports a cohort of young South African entrepreneurs to join the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. It responds to South Africa’s urgent national challenge of youth unemployment and recognises young people as powerful drivers of job creation. The programme connects participants with a global network and mentorship, and increases capacity to scale up enterprises.
Benefits of OYW Bursary Scholarship
- A fully-funded place to attend the One Young World Summit Cape Town, South Africa from 3 – 6 November 2026.
- Return travel to Cape Town.
- Hotel accommodation in Cape Town in a private room between 2 – 7 November 2026 (inclusive).
- All meals covered, including breakfast, lunch and dinner on conference days.
- Lifelong membership of the One Young World Ambassador Community, a global network with 20,000+ members in 190+ countries.
- Participation in the One Young World Action Accelerator after the Summit.
- Access to networking and mentorship opportunities with senior figures in the South African start-up ecosystem.
- Access to a networking event to connect with potential investors, build partnerships and improve market access.
- Connection with a global network of 20,000+ young leaders in 190+ countries.
OYW Bursary Scholarship Requirements
- Be between 18 and 30 years of age at the time of the Summit.
- Be a national of, and resident in, South Africa.
- Be leading a business or enterprise that has the potential for significant job creation.
- Be responsible for direct decision-making authority within their organisation or company.
- Be available to participate in the One Young World Summit from 3-6 November 2026.
- Applicants older than 30 may be considered pending demonstration of appropriate personal impact, initiative, and willingness to engage; those under 18 at the time of the Summit cannot be accepted.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
01 September, 2026
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