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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.
Re-igniting the dream: an intergenerational dialogue on women’s rights and empowerment in Grenada
On 21 February 2026, Commonwealth Alumnus Elaine Henry-McQueen convened an intergenerational dialogue in St. George’s, Grenada, co-hosted by Senator the Hon. Dr Dessima Williams, diplomat and founder of the Grenada Education and Development Programme (GRENED).
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...
Empowering Gambian entrepreneurs through business and finance training
In December 2025, Commonwealth Alumnus Saikou Jeng delivered business management and financial literacy skills training for local entrepreneurs in Jambanjelly, a peri-urban community in The Gambia.
Supporting sustainable fisheries and food security in Kenya
Between 10-11 November, Commonwealth Alumnus Zachary Oreko Winam delivered a workshop to strengthen BMUs and community engagement at Achich Beach Management Unit Hall, Homa Bay Town Sub-County, Homabay County.
Breaking the cycle: tackling menstrual barriers for Ugandan girls
On 5-6 November 2025, Commonwealth Alumnus Peace Patricia Aanyu convened communities in Hoima and Kikuube District, Uganda, for a two-day workshop exploring menstrual health awareness for adolescent girls and young women (AGYW).
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...
Latest Publications and Resources
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...
Transforming Nigeria Agriculture through Practice, Advocacy, and Education
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is happy to present its 24th individual impact case study, the latest in our ongoing series highlighting the achievements and impacts of our alumni.  Featured in this case study is Femi Adekoya. Femi is a Commonwealth Alumnus from Nigeria who graduated from...
Promoting Gender Equality in Education, and Tackling Gender-Based Violence in Nigeria
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is thrilled to be publishing the 23rd case study in our on-going series demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Taibat Hussain who completed a Master’s degree in Development Economics at SOAS University of London...
Tackling Medical Waste in Nigeria and Widening Access to Tertiary Education
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is proud to share our 22nd individual impact case study. This is the latest in our ongoing series of case studies demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships on individuals and their communities. Featured in this case study is Babajide Milton...
Promoting Life-saving Health Interventions for Vulnerable and Marginalised Communities in Uganda
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is excited to share the 21st individual impact case study as part of our on-going series of case studies demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Joab Tusaasire who completed a Master’s degree in International...
Promoting Environmental and Social Sustainability for Improved Livelihoods in Ghana and Beyond
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is very pleased to share the twentieth individual impact case study as part of our on-going evaluation work demonstrating the impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Stephen Doso Jnr, a 2013 alumnus who completed a Master’s degree...
Insect Technology for Sustainable Fish Farming and Waste Management in Kenya
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is pleased to share a new impact case study as part of our on-going evaluation work identifying and demonstrating the outcomes and impact of Commonwealth Scholarships. Featured in this case study is Proscovia Amondi Alando, a 2018 alumnus who completed a...
Promoting Housing Rights and Improving Access to Bone Marrow Donations for Cancer Patients in India
The ÌÇÐĹÙÍø is excited to bring you the first new Case Study of 2023, continuing its series of published in 2022, as part of our ongoing work exploring the individual trajectories of Commonwealth Alumni, the wide-ranging impact that they are having, and the contribution...
Empowering Ugandan Citizens to Access Information, Engaging the Youth in Policy Making and Promoting Entrepreneurship
We are very pleased to share our latest case study, featuring Phionah Kanyorobe, a Commonwealth Alumnus whose developmental work cuts across three ÌÇÐĹÙÍø Development Themes: Strengthening global peace, security and governance; Access, inclusion and opportunity; and Promoting global prosperity.
Promoting gender equality, improving access to justice, and promoting positive health outcomes for underserved communities: three new case studies
We are pleased to share the latest three alumni case studies, this time focused on the ÌÇÐĹÙÍø Development Theme: Access, inclusion and opportunity. They join the twelve individual case studies published earlier this year demonstrating the outcomes and impact of Commonwealth Scholarships on international development across the six ÌÇÐĹÙÍø Development Themes.