British Council Green and Digital Employability and Enterprise Programme 2026: £150,000 Grant for UK–South Africa Education and Industry Partnerships

Overview

The British Council invites eligible United Kingdom and South African institutions to lead a UK–South Africa consortium under the Green and Digital Employability and Enterprise Programme. The initiative aims to strengthen students' readiness for employment and entrepreneurship by connecting education providers with industry partners. The programme focuses on the intersection of the green economy and the digital economy, addressing changing skills requirements that create new opportunities for work, enterprise development, and innovation.

Who can apply

Eligible applicants include higher education institutions and Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions in the United Kingdom and South Africa that are interested in leading a consortium. The funding opportunity is intended for institutional collaboration rather than individuals seeking personal education funding. Consortia bring together higher education institutions, TVET institutions, and industry partners to improve how students prepare for careers and business opportunities related to green and digital development.

What you get

Successful lead institutions receive £150,000 in funding to lead a UK–South Africa consortium. This funding is associated with the programme and the proposed institutional consortium to support collaboration between education providers and industry.

How to apply

Interested UK and South African institutions that want to lead a consortium should review the official call to understand the complete eligibility criteria, partnership requirements, proposed activities, and application procedure. Applicants should also consult official guidance for details on eligible costs, expected project scope, duration of the programme, and any requirements for matching contributions or other resources.

Key dates

The application deadline is 17 November 2026.