One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded Summit in Cape Town, South Africa for Young Leaders
The One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026 is One Young World's flagship fully funded scholarship programme that enables exceptional young leaders from around the globe to attend the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, from 3–6 November 2026. The scholarship is designed to ensure that outstanding young people from countries that are often underrepresented in global decision-making forums have the opportunity to connect with world leaders, expand their impact, and become part of the global One Young World community.
Young leaders from Tanzania and all other eligible countries are encouraged to apply if they have demonstrated leadership and are making a positive impact in their communities.
Scholarship Summary
- Scholarship Name: One Young World Leading Scholarship 2026
- Host Country: South Africa
- Host City: Cape Town
- Host Organization: One Young World
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Event: One Young World Summit 2026
- Summit Dates: 3–6 November 2026
- Eligible Applicants: Young leaders from around the world
- Eligible Countries: All countries, including Tanzania
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Deadline: 31 October 2026 (Applications reviewed on a rolling basis)
About One Young World
One Young World is a global organization that empowers young leaders to create a fairer and more sustainable world. Every year, it convenes more than 2,200 delegates from over 190 countries, bringing together young changemakers, entrepreneurs, activists, policymakers, researchers, and business leaders to discuss and address the world's most pressing challenges.
After attending the Summit, participants become One Young World Ambassadors, joining a lifelong global network with access to leadership opportunities, events, mentorship, and funding initiatives.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full access to the One Young World Summit 2026.
- Hotel accommodation during the Summit.
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the event.
- Round-trip economy airfare to and from Cape Town.
- Ground transportation between the accommodation and Summit venue.
- Lifetime membership in the One Young World Ambassador Community.
- Networking opportunities with global leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and social innovators.
Summit Themes
The One Young World Summit focuses on global issues such as:
- Climate Change
- Education
- Peace and Security
- Human Rights
- Gender Equality
- Health
- Artificial Intelligence
- Sustainable Development
- Entrepreneurship
- Youth Leadership
- Economic Inclusion
- Innovation and Technology
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should generally:
- Be 18–35 years old.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to creating positive change.
- Show leadership experience.
- Have a record of addressing local or global challenges.
- Be willing to engage with the global One Young World community.
- Be attending the Summit for the first time (priority is generally given to first-time participants).
Selection Criteria
Applications are assessed based on:
- Demonstrated leadership.
- Positive social impact.
- Commitment to sustainable development.
- Potential to contribute to Summit discussions.
- Ability to inspire and influence others.
- Quality of the application.
Required Application Information
Applicants typically need to provide:
- Personal information.
- Educational background.
- Professional experience.
- Leadership achievements.
- Description of social impact initiatives.
- Responses to scholarship essay questions.
- Contact information.
Supporting documents may be requested depending on the application process.
Why Attend the One Young World Summit?
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Learn from influential global leaders.
- Build an international professional network.
- Share innovative ideas with peers.
- Develop leadership skills.
- Increase the visibility of their projects.
- Join a lifelong international community of changemakers.
- Access future leadership, speaking, and funding opportunities through the One Young World network.
Why This Opportunity Matters for Tanzanian Youth
For young leaders in Tanzania, this scholarship offers a valuable opportunity to:
- Represent Tanzania on a global stage.
- Connect with leaders from over 190 countries.
- Showcase innovative community projects.
- Strengthen leadership and advocacy skills.
- Build partnerships for future social impact initiatives.
How to Apply
- Visit the official One Young World scholarship portal.
- Read the eligibility requirements carefully.
- Complete the online scholarship application.
- Describe your leadership experience and community impact.
- Submit your application before 31 October 2026.
- Successful applicants will be notified by email as selections are made.
Tips for Applicants
To improve your chances:
- Highlight measurable community impact.
- Clearly explain your leadership journey.
- Use real examples of projects you have led.
- Demonstrate commitment to sustainable development.
- Submit your application as early as possible because applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Important Dates
- Applications Open: 11 June 2026
- Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
- Summit Dates: 3–6 November 2026
- Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Official Links
One Young World Leading Scholarship
https://www.oneyoungworld.com/scholarship/leading-scholarship-2026
One Young World Scholarship Portal
https://apply.oneyoungworld.com/
One Young World Summit 2026
https://upsun.oneyoungworld.com/summit
How to Apply for a Scholarship
https://www.oneyoungworld.com/how-apply-scholarship