Commonwealth Startup Fellowship 2026-27

The Commonwealth Startup Fellowship 2026-27 is a six-month entrepreneurship fellowship for early-stage startups from eligible low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries. It combines online learning with in-person activities in Accra, Ghana, and London, UK, providing tailored coaching, mentorship, and networking opportunities, with the possibility of equity-free grants for business-related expenses. Twenty startups will be selected, each with one representative, to participate across online phases, a two-week bootcamp in Accra, and a capstone week in London.

Tailored business coaching and mentorship; equity-free grants (up to £2,000); airfare and accommodation for in-person activities; visa and vaccination cost reimbursement; opportunities to showcase progress and network internationally.

Citizens and permanent residents of eligible low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries who have a startup actively operating for at least 12 months and can demonstrate an innovative product or service. Applicants must have good written and spoken English and not have undertaken a Commonwealth Professional Fellowship in the previous five years.

Submit an online application through the official CSC portal, including details about the startup, team, aims, and competing information as requested.