{"id":26038,"date":"2024-07-17T11:35:29","date_gmt":"2024-07-17T10:35:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tonyelumelufoundation.org\/?p=26038"},"modified":"2024-07-17T11:40:06","modified_gmt":"2024-07-17T10:40:06","slug":"driving-women-entrepreneurship-in-africa-a-high-level-reception","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tonyelumelufoundation.org\/pt\/news\/driving-women-entrepreneurship-in-africa-a-high-level-reception","title":{"rendered":"Impulsionar o empreendedorismo feminino em \u00c1frica: Uma Rece\u00e7\u00e3o de Alto N\u00edvel Organizada pela Funda\u00e7\u00e3o Tony Elumelu"},"content":{"rendered":"

On Monday, July 15, the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) hosted the United States Presidential Advisory Council<\/a> on Africa Diaspora Engagement (PAC-ADE) at a gathering of key players from the private and public sectors, creative entrepreneurs, and development partners. The focus? Driving women entrepreneurship across Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Event Highlights<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The gathering included notable #TEFAlumni<\/a> who shared compelling success stories catalysed by TEF\u2019s interventions. These alumni offered unique insights into the growth opportunities and challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Commitment to Empowering Women<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event underscored a strong commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs. Discussions centred on fostering an enabling environment, access to capital, and the role of mentorship in supporting women-led businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Discussions and Insights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participants explored strategies to enhance the impact of entrepreneurship on economic development, particularly through the lens of gender equity. The intersection of innovation, technology, and inclusive growth was a central theme, highlighting the pivotal role of women in shaping Africa\u2019s economic future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the Tony Elumelu Foundation continues to champion entrepreneurship and empower women across Africa, the event marked a significant milestone in fostering collaboration and driving actionable initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch the Event Recap<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For an in-depth look at the event and insights from key speakers, watch the video below;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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