Key Details

• ⏰Deadline: 1 September 2026
• 👤Who can apply: Citizens of low/middle-income Commonwealth countries (Nigeria eligible); business operating 12+ months with commercial traction; graduate-level founder, fluent English
• 💰Amount: Fully funded + up to £2,000 equity-free grant
• 🏛️Funder: Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) with Imperial College London
• 🌍Scope: Commonwealth low/middle-income countries (Nigeria eligible)

About This Opportunity

Six-month fully funded programme for growth-stage startups: two-week bootcamp in Accra, Ghana (25 Jan–4 Feb 2027, travel/accommodation/visa covered for one founder), five months of 1-on-1 coaching and expert workshops, and a London capstone week (14–21 May 2027) pitching international investors. Teams can apply for up to £2,000 in equity-free grants. Applications close 1 September 2026.