ÌÇÐĹÙÍø / The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø awards scholarships and fellowships for postgraduate study and professional development to Commonwealth citizens Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:57:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 /wp-content/uploads/2020/02/cropped-Cscuk-Logo-01-1-32x32.png ÌÇÐĹÙÍø / 32 32 Commonwealth Scholars from Small Island Developing States selected for 2026/27 Master’s Scholarships /commonwealth-scholars-from-small-island-developing-states-selected-for-2026-27-masters-scholarships/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:57:56 +0000 /?p=248918 The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (ÌÇÐĹÙÍø) has selected 17 Master’s Scholars from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) as part of its 2026/27 Master’s Scholarship cohort. In addition, two Shared Scholars from SIDS countries have been selected through the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø’s Shared Scholarship programme. The Scholars come from across the Commonwealth, including Belize, Fiji, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Maldives, […]

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]]> Commonwealth Alumni Reconnect in Mauritius /commonwealth-alumni-reconnect-in-mauritius/ Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:31:44 +0000 /?p=248851 The British High Commission in Mauritius hosted a Commonwealth Alumni Engagement Evening on 30 July 2026, bringing together Commonwealth Alumni and current Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholars for an evening dedicated to connection, reflection, and future collaboration. Hosted by the British High Commissioner, Paul Brummell CMG, the event provided an opportunity for alumni from different scholarship […]

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]]> Exploring opportunities and risks of AI in the workplace in Kenya /exploring-opportunities-and-risks-of-ai-in-the-workplace-in-kenya/ Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:28:25 +0000 /?p=248844 Commonwealth Alumni in Kenya came together for a timely discussion on artificial intelligence (AI), its growing influence on the workplace, and the skills, policies, and safeguards needed to support responsible adoption. Hosted by the British High Commission in Kenya, the event, ‘AI in the Workplace: Opportunities, Risks, and the Future of Work’, brought together alumni […]

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]]> Applications open for the Alumni Community Engagement Fund 2026-27 /applications-open-for-the-alumni-community-engagement-fund-2026-27/ Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:24:34 +0000 /?p=248406 We are pleased to announce that applications for the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø’s Alumni Community Engagement Fund (ACEF) are now open. ACEF is an annual fund which supports Commonwealth Alumni in raising awareness of key development issues at the community level. The fund enables Alumni to organise and deliver an engagement activity that promotes knowledge-sharing, dialogue, and practical […]

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]]> Cameroon Alumni Champion UK Connections /cameroon-alumni-champion-uk-connections/ Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:09:21 +0000 /?p=248504 Commonwealth Alumni in Cameroon recently participated in PROMOTE 2026, the biggest in international exhibition for Enterprises, SMEs and Partnerships. Held in Yaoundé from 12–21 June 2026, PROMOTE brought together enterprises, SMEs, partners, public institutions, and international stakeholders for ten days of exhibitions, discussions, and networking. Against this high-profile backdrop, alumni-focused activities provided an important platform […]

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]]> Strengthening the Commonwealth through Scholarships and Fellowships /strengthening-the-commonwealth-through-scholarships-and-fellowships/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:43:29 +0000 /?p=248342 Strengthening the Commonwealth through Scholarships and Fellowships The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø has published a policy briefing examining the role of Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships as a key mechanism through which the United Kingdom supports the Commonwealth. Delivered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission and funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø provide hundreds of opportunities […]

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]]> Commonwealth Scholars gather for the PhD Conference 2026 focused on research impact /commonwealth-scholars-gather-for-the-phd-conference-2026-focused-on-research-impact/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:50:40 +0000 /?p=248330 In May, Commonwealth PhD Scholars joined a three-day residential conference aimed at tackling pressing global development challenges while strengthening the practical impact of academic research. The PhD Conference 2026 featured a programme of keynote talks, interactive sessions, and collaborative workshops designed to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application. With a focus on practical […]

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]]> Cameroon welcomes home Commonwealth and Chevening Scholars /cameroon-welcomes-home-commonwealth-and-chevening-scholars/ Fri, 29 May 2026 11:28:55 +0000 /?p=248299 On 13 May, the British High Commission in Yaounde, Cameroon, hosted a joint Welcome Home reception for recently returned Commonwealth and Chevening Scholars. The event celebrated the achievements of the returning Scholars following their postgraduate studies in the UK and provided an opportunity for these new alumni to share how they intend to implement their […]

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]]> Improving Access to Higher Education for Underrepresented Groups /improving-access-to-higher-education-for-underrepresented-groups/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:12:43 +0000 /?p=248145 Improving Access to Higher Education for Underrepresented Groups  The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø has published a policy briefing paper which examines its commitment to improving access to higher education for underrepresented groups across the Commonwealth, aligned with its equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) priorities and Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education). Since 2021, the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø has systematically collected […]

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]]> The Alastair Niven Memorial Seminar celebrates a lifetime of Commonwealth service /the-alastair-niven-memorial-seminar-celebrates-a-lifetime-of-commonwealth-service/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:01:43 +0000 /?p=248144 Leaders in education, policymakers, and Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni gathered in Westminster last week for the Alastair Niven Memorial Seminar, a special event honouring the life, work, and enduring legacy of Dr Alastair Niven LVO OBE (1944-2025). The seminar celebrated Alastair’s remarkable journey from his days as a Commonwealth Scholar at the University of Ghana […]

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