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Commonwealth Alumni promote scholarship opportunities in Lesotho
In March, the Lesotho Commonwealth Alumni Association (LCAA) delivered an information session on Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships. Held in Maseru, the session aimed to raise awareness of distance learning postgraduate study opportunities offered by UK...
Climate Action Through Higher Education: The Impact of Commonwealth Scholarships
Climate Action Through Higher Education: The Impact of Commonwealth Scholarships The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø has published a policy briefing paper examining how Commonwealth Scholarships support the UK’s climate goals. This paper explores how Commonwealth Scholarships support climate...
Commonwealth Scholarships Make Economic Sense to the UKÂ
Commonwealth Scholarships Make Economic Sense to the UK The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø has published a policy briefing paper examining the economic impact of Commonwealth Scholarships on the United Kingdom. This paper is the first in a series of policy briefing papers published by...
Community Resilience and Knowledge: Talanoa on Flood Mitigation in Lawai Village, Fiji
Lawai Village is dealing with the severe consequences of riverbank erosion and flooding. In December 2025, Commonwealth Alumnus Milika Sobey led a Talanoa on flood mitigation for villagers and local authorities.
Interchange26: Exploring Equity, Fair Trade, and Innovation Across the Commonwealth
Between 3–5 February 2026, Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni joined the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø’s annual global conference, Interchange26, to explore how equity, fair trade, and social enterprise can shape a more inclusive global future. The conference included alumni-led keynotes, panel...
The Duke of Edinburgh celebrates innovation at the Commonwealth Startup Fellowship in Ghana
On Monday 24 November, His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh joined Fellows at the Commonwealth Startup Fellowship bootcamp in Ghana to find out about their innovative startups. The Duke met the 23 Commonwealth Startup Fellows at the British High Commission in...
Commonwealth Startup Fellowship welcomes its next wave of innovators
This week, we welcomed 23 new Commonwealth Startup Fellows as they begin a dynamic six-month fellowship to elevate their entrepreneurial leadership and scale their businesses globally. Through a bespoke programme of workshops, coaching, masterclasses, and mentorship,...
Connecting with Commonwealth Alumni across West Africa
This month, our Senior Alumni Relations Manager, Kirsty Scott, is visiting partners and Commonwealth Alumni in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Togo. The visit aims to celebrate alumni achievements, explore their impact on sustainable development, and strengthen collaboration...
Capstone Week showcases Commonwealth Startup Fellowship’s impact in driving entrepreneurial growth
The week beginning 8 September saw the exciting conclusion of the inaugural Commonwealth Startup Fellowship with Capstone Week in London – a dynamic programme of events designed to celebrate Fellows’ achievements and foster deep engagement with entrepreneurship across...
Join the Alumni Advisory Panel- applications now open!
Do you want to take an active role in supporting the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission and contribute to the delivery of the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø Strategy 2025 – 2028?  The Alumni Advisory Panel is a platform for Commonwealth Alumni to provide constructive feedback on ÌÇÐĹÙÍø...
Latest Publications and Resources
Soil Health in Bangladesh and Canada: Understanding Degradation, Heavy Metals, and Carbon Sequestration
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is delighted to present its next individual impact case study, the latest in our series showcasing the development impact of our alumni around the world. This case study features ÌÇÐĹÙÍø Alumnus Shayeb Shahariar, who was awarded a Commonwealth Scholarship in 2012...
From Research to Impact: Advancing Public Health, Nutrition and Food Security in Bangladesh
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is proud to present our next individual impact case study in our ongoing series highlighting the achievements and impacts Commonwealth Alumni around the world. This study features Fahmida Akter, a researcher committed to addressing malnutrition, food security,...
Transforming Mental Health Care in Bangladesh through Telepsychiatry Services
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is delighted to present our next individual impact case study in our ongoing series highlighting the achievements and impacts of Commonwealth Alumni around the world. This study features Dr Tanjir Rashid Soron, a clinical psychiatrist, researcher and...
Strengthening Climate-Resilient Farming Practices in Rural Rwanda and Promoting Sustainability in Humanitarian Initiatives
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is delighted to present the next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This study features Jean Chrysostome Sehene, a 2014 Commonwealth Distance Learning alumnus with a Master’s degree from London South Bank...
Promoting Child-Centred Education in Rural Uganda and Reducing Unemployment in Vulnerable Communities
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is delighted to present the next case study in our ongoing series about the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This case study features Constance Nyamikola, a promoter of quality education for Uganda’s vulnerable and rural population, who has a commitment to...
Reversing Deforestation and Improving the Livelihoods of Farming Communities in Ghana
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is delighted to present the next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni. This case study features Emma Baah Agyapong, a co-founder of the Environment and Agroforestry Foundation (EAF), who leads fundraising, project...
Building a common future: The impact of Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (ÌÇÐĹÙÍø) represents a vivid and enduring demonstration of the UK’s commitment to the Commonwealth. Within our recently launched impact report, we highlight the influence that Commonwealth Alumni create once they have completed...
Promoting and Extending Healthcare Services to Uganda’s Vulnerable and Rural Communities
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is delighted to present the next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni.  This case study features John Bosco Tumuhairwe, a promoter and researcher of public health for Uganda’s vulnerable and rural population, who...
Protecting Livelihoods and Advancing Climate Change Literacy in Rural Uganda, South Africa, and Beyond
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is delighted to present our next case study in our ongoing series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni.  This case study features Sidney Muhangi, a passionate advocate for sustainable development practices and recipient of two Commonwealth...
Empowering Ugandan Farming Communities through Bees and Black Soldier Flies
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is pleased to present its 25th case study demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Alumni around the world. This study features Dr Deborah Ruth Amulen, a Commonwealth Split-Site Scholar who graduated in 2017 with a PhD in Applied Biological Science. During her...