Sandoz Scholarship 2026: Apply for Fully Funded One Young World Summit in Cape Town

Applications are now open for the Sandoz Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. The deadline is April 27, 2026. Sandoz, the world’s top provider of off-patent medicines, partners with One Young World to support five young leaders making big changes in global health and healthcare innovation. This fully funded chance lets winners join the Sandoz team at the summit. Read on for details about benefits, who qualifies, examples of strong work, and how to apply.

One Young World teams up with Sandoz to fight gaps in healthcare around the world. The scholarship picks five top young leaders who push forward in global health, access to medicines, or new healthcare ideas. These scholars join the Sandoz group at the One Young World Summit 2026 from November 3 to 6. They stay in a hotel from November 2 to 7. The program backs early-career people who break down barriers to care and help more folks get the medicines they need, whether close to home or worldwide.

Here are examples of work that fits well:

• Creating digital or AI tools that help people in underserved areas reach healthcare.
• Designing better supply chains to get essential medicines to remote or rural spots.
• Running local health education or training programs in communities that need them.
• Advocating for policy changes that make healthcare and medicines cheaper and easier to get.

Chosen scholars get a full package of support. This covers everything they need to focus on the summit and connections. Check out the key perks:

• Access to the full One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town.
• Hotel stay from check-in on November 2 to check-out on November 7.
• Economy class flights to and from Cape Town.
• Meals including hotel breakfast, plus lunch and dinner on main summit days.
• Ground transport between the hotel and summit venue.
• Spots in Sandoz-led sessions before and during the event.
• A Sandoz “buddy” to boost networking and involvement.

You need to meet some clear rules to apply. Most summit attendees fall between 18 and 30 years old. The team might accept people over 30 if they prove big personal impact and drive. No one under 18 can join. Here’s what stands out for picks:

• Strong drive to make positive change.
• Clear leadership skills.
• Good grasp of big issues in your area or the world.
• Hands-on experience with real or fresh fixes that boost healthcare or cut inequalities.

Ready to apply? Head straight to the application form. For full details, check the Sandoz Scholarship page. Act fast, since the April 27, 2026 deadline sneaks up quick. This spotlights young changemakers like Jude Ogar, who works in youth development and education in Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Sandoz Scholarship?

Young leaders aged 18-30 with proven impact in global health, healthcare innovation, or access to medicines qualify best.

What does the scholarship cover?

It includes full summit access, hotel from November 2-7, economy flights, meals, transport, and Sandoz sessions with a buddy.

When is the application deadline?

Applications close on April 27, 2026, so submit soon to join the summit from November 3-6.

How do I apply?

Visit the application form at apply.oneyoungworld.com or the Sandoz Scholarship page for full details and to submit.