One Young World Leadership Scholarship in South Africa – Details

One Young World

Scholarships
South Africa
June 15, 2026

About the Program

The Leading Scholarship Program is a global opportunity by One Young World. It helps young leaders from different countries join the One Young World Summit in Cape Town, South Africa. This program supports people who are working to solve social, economic, and environmental problems in their communities. It is designed for young changemakers who have strong ideas and real actions to improve the world. Selected participants can attend the global summit, meet leaders from many countries, and share their work. The program gives full support, including travel, hotel stay, and meals. It is a great chance to learn, connect, and grow leadership skills. The goal is to bring young people together to build a better and more sustainable future for all.

Scholarship Details

Item	Information
Host Country	South Africa
Host Organization	One Young World
Program Name	Leading Scholarship Program
Study Level	Not degree-based (Summit participation)
Gender	All genders
English Language Test	Not required (recommended good English)
Application Deadline	31 October
Type	Fully Funded Scholarship

Study Fields / Areas

This program is open to all fields of study and professional areas.

Undergraduate Fields

All academic fields
Leadership and social work
Environment studies
Health and medicine
Business and economics
Engineering and technology

Master’s Fields

All academic fields
Public policy
International relations
Sustainable development
Innovation and entrepreneurship

PhD Fields

All research areas
Climate and environment research
Social sciences
Technology and innovation
Global development studies

Scholarship Benefits

Free access to One Young World Summit
Free hotel accommodation
Free meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Full travel cost coverage
Networking with global leaders
Opportunity to present your work
Access to global ambassador community

What is NOT Included

Visa application fees
Personal shopping costs
Extra travel inside the country
Insurance costs (if required separately)
Personal expenses

Eligibility Criteria

Age between 18 and 35
Strong leadership experience
Active in solving real problems
Proven impact in community or country
Ability to share ideas clearly in English

Not Eligible

Applicants under 18 years old
People with no leadership experience
No social or community impact
Weak or unclear application profile

Required Documents

Updated CV (Resume)
Personal statement
Proof of leadership work
Passport copy
Recommendation letter (if available)

How to Win This Scholarship

Show real impact in your community
Write a strong personal story
Highlight leadership experience
Be clear and simple in your application
Show passion for global change
Give real examples, not just ideas

Living Cost in South Africa (Cape Town)

Item	Average Cost
Food (per day)	$10 – $20
Transport	$2 – $10
Accommodation (per night outside program)	$40 – $120
Internet & Mobile	$5 – $15
Personal expenses	$10 – $30