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

Applications are now open for the Sandoz Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2026, a fully funded opportunity in Cape Town, South Africa. The deadline is April 27, 2026, and the Summit runs from November 3 to 6, 2025. One Young World partners with Sandoz to support five young leaders working on global health, access to medicines, and healthcare innovation. This article covers the benefits, eligibility requirements, and steps to apply.

One Young World has teamed up with Sandoz, the world’s top provider of off-patent medicines. Their goal is to boost innovation and fix gaps in healthcare around the globe. The scholarship helps early-career people who break down barriers to care or find new ways for folks to get the medicines and help they need. This could happen in local communities, whole countries, or worldwide.

Certain types of work make you a strong fit for this scholarship. Here are some examples:

• Building digital or AI tools that connect people in underserved areas to healthcare.
• Creating better supply chains to get essential medicines to remote or rural spots.
• Leading local health education or training programs in communities that need them most.
• Pushing for policy changes that lower costs and open up access to healthcare and drugs.

These efforts show real action to tackle healthcare inequalities.

Scholars get a full package to focus on the Summit and connections. Key benefits include:

• Access to the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.
• Hotel stay from November 2 to 7.
• Economy class flights to and from Cape Town.
• Meals like hotel breakfast, plus lunch and dinner during main Summit days.
• Ground transport from the hotel to the venue.
• Spots in Sandoz sessions before and during the Summit, plus a “buddy” for better networking.

This setup lets you dive deep into global health talks without extra costs.

To qualify, you need to meet these criteria. Applicants should be 18 to 30 years old, though those over 30 may apply if they prove strong personal impact and drive. Show a real dedication to positive change. Display leadership skills. Understand big issues in your community or the world. Have hands-on experience with practical or fresh ideas that boost healthcare or cut inequalities. Most Summit attendees fall in the 18-30 range, and no one under 18 can join.

Ready to apply? Head to the online application form. Check full details at the Sandoz Scholarship page. Act fast since the April 27, 2026 deadline approaches. This post comes from Jude Ogar, an educator focused on youth development in Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline for the Sandoz Scholarship?

The deadline is April 27, 2026. Submit your application online before then.

Where and when is the One Young World Summit 2026?

It takes place in Cape Town, South Africa, from November 3 to 6, 2026. Hotel stay covers November 2 to 7.

Who can apply for this scholarship?

Applicants should be 18-30 years old with leadership experience in global health, medicine access, or healthcare innovation. Those over 30 may apply if they show strong impact.

What benefits does the scholarship provide?

It covers economy flights, hotel accommodation, meals during the Summit, ground transport, and access to Sandoz sessions plus a networking buddy.