Be part of an inspiring afternoon showcasing entrepreneurial talent from across the Commonwealth. This special event, hosted by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) with the support of the Commonwealth Secretariat, brings together Commonwealth High Commissioners, entrepreneurs, and innovators to explore the role of governments, policymakers and universities in building thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems. The panel will feature trailblazing alumni from the inaugural Commonwealth Startup Fellowship, a six-month accelerator for social-impact entrepreneurs supported by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC). Meet the featured entrepreneurs: • Maryanne Gichanga, Agritech Analytics, Kenya – AI-powered tools for crop pest detection and soil diagnostics • Akshay Kawale, Agrowsure Products, India – Affordable, sustainable farm machinery for smallholder farmers • Martin Masiya, Sollys Energy, Malawi – Last-mile Pay-As-You-Go solar power solutions • Ife Olatayo, FarmSlate Technologies, Nigeria – AI-driven finance platform for regenerative farming Hear their stories, explore how innovation is transforming lives across the Commonwealth, and join the conversation on what it takes to foster entrepreneurial success in diverse national contexts. Who should attend? • Students and graduates interested in innovation and entrepreneurship • Policymakers, academics, and business leaders working on economic development • Anyone curious about the future of Commonwealth collaboration and startup ecosystems With opening remarks from senior representatives of the Commonwealth Secretariat, and chaired by ACU Secretary General Professor Colin Riordan, this is an event not to miss.