The One Young World Enterprising Futures Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity supported by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This scholarship enables young leaders who are creating social impact through entrepreneurship to attend the One Young World 2026 Summit in Cape Town, South Africa. It targets young change-makers from specific developing countries who are tackling local challenges with innovative business solutions. For Nigerian entrepreneurs, this is a chance to present their work to world leaders and join a global community of peers.
Eligibility
Prospective scholars must fulfill the following:
- Must be aged between 18 and 30 at the time of the summit.
- Must be a citizen and resident of an eligible country (includes Nigeria).
- Demonstrated commitment to creating positive social or environmental change.
- Leadership experience in a social enterprise or start-up.
- Availability to travel to Cape Town for the duration of the summit.
Benefits
The scholarship covers all costs associated with participation:
- Access to the One Young World 2026 Summit in Cape Town.
- Round-trip airfare from the home country to South Africa.
- Hotel accommodation and meals during the event.
- Ground transportation between the airport and the summit venue.
- Membership in the One Young World Ambassador community for life.
Application Steps
Follow these steps to apply for the fully funded scholarship:
- Access the One Young World official scholarship application page.
- Complete the online form with your personal and business details.
- Answer the essay questions regarding your impact and vision for the future.
- Provide links to your social enterprise or project website.
- Submit the application before the specified cutoff date.
Deadlines
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2026.
- Summit Dates: September 2026.
Official Links
- One Young World Scholarships: https://www.oneyoungworld.com/scholarships/
