Commonwealth Scholarship Commission
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A fully funded, six-month entrepreneurship programme for startup founders from low and middle income Commonwealth countries, combining online learning with in-person bootcamp and capstone events to accelerate business growth and create employment opportunities.
The Commonwealth Startup Fellowships 2026 is a fully funded, six-month entrepreneurship programme run by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) in the UK in partnership with Imperial College London. It is designed to support and accelerate high-potential startups from low and middle income Commonwealth countries. The programme combines online learning with in-person activities, including a mandatory two-week bootcamp in Accra, Ghana, and a week-long capstone event. Through expert-led training, mentorship, practical business development support, and international networking, participants will strengthen their businesses, improve investment readiness, develop leadership skills, and build global entrepreneurial networks. What you get • Full funding for the six-month programme • Expert-led training and workshops • Mentorship and business development support • Two-week bootcamp in Accra, Ghana • Access to international entrepreneurship experts • Practical business acceleration support • International networking with entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders • Leadership and entrepreneurial skills development • Improved pitching techniques • Enhanced investment readiness • Global entrepreneurial community membership How to apply 1. Review all programme information 2. Confirm eligibility requirements 3. Register for and attend an applicant information session (6 August, 7 August, or 25 August) if possible 4. Complete the official online application through the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission 5. Submit application before the official deadline
• Founder of a high-potential startup • From an eligible low or middle income Commonwealth country • One representative from the startup must attend the two-week bootcamp in Accra, Ghana • Must attend the week-long capstone event at programme end • Must actively engage in six-month online learning components • Commitment to innovation and business scaling • Must be able to continue managing business during programme participation