National Bursary for Job-Generating Entrepreneurs

The National Bursary for Job-Generating Entrepreneurs is a fully funded programme for South African youth to attend the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town. It provides a fully funded place at the Summit, return travel, private hotel accommodation, meals, and access to the One Young World Ambassador Community and related opportunities. The bursary targets young entrepreneurs who lead a business with potential for significant job creation and who are available to participate in the Summit from 3–6 November 2026.

Fully funded summit attendance, return travel to Cape Town, hotel accommodation (private room) 2–7 November 2026, all meals, lifelong Ambassador Community membership, participation in the One Young World Action Accelerator, access to networking and mentorship opportunities.

Applicants must be 18–30 years old, be a South African national and resident, lead a business with potential for significant job creation, and be able to participate in the Summit from 3–6 November 2026.

Visit the official application form link to apply for the National Bursary for Job-Generating Entrepreneurs.