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Cultivating a Culture of Entrepreneurship: Fostering an Enabling Environment in Africa
Entrepreneurship has emerged as a powerful force driving economic growth, jobs creation, and social transformation in Africa. To effectively unleash
The Role of the Tony Elumelu Foundation in Promoting Sustainable Business Practices for African Entrepreneurs
Africa has witnessed an increase in entrepreneurial activities in recent years, as more Africans are starting their own businesses to
Leveraging the Power of Data to Drive African Entrepreneurship
Data has become a critical resource for businesses in today’s digital age. It provides insights that can help companies make
INVESTING IN AFRICAN WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS TO DRIVE THE CONTINENT’S ECONOMIC GROWTH
Africa has tremendous potential for economic growth and development, but this potential can only be fully realized if we invest
Building a Culture of Innovation in Africa: How African Entrepreneurs Can Foster Innovation to Drive Economic Growth and Development
Innovation is widely recognized as a key driver of economic growth and development, and it has played a critical role
60 FACTS ABOUT TOE
Our Founder just turned 60! And we couldn’t be more excited to witness this great feat so we’ve put together
COVID 19 on Youth Entrepreneurship in Africa: A Blessing in Disguise?
The lingering effect of the Covid-19 pandemic is still impacting businesses and economies around the world, including Africa. One of
The Potential for Youth-led Innovation to Address Pressing Economic, Social and Environmental Challenges in Africa and the Role of the Tony Elumelu Foundation
Africa faces a range of pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges, from poverty and inequality to youth unemployment, climate change
Strategic Partnerships for Economic Growth and Development in Africa: The Role of the Tony Elumelu Foundation
Strategic partnerships are essential for economic growth and development in Africa. Collaboration among different entities, whether public or private, can
Investing in Agribusiness: Opportunities and Challenges for African Entrepreneurs
Africa is a continent endowed with vast agricultural resources and potential, and the youth population constitutes a significant percentage of
Africapitalism and Africa’s sustainable development: The Tony Elumelu Foundation’s contribution to the SDGs
The economic philosophy, Africapitalism emerged as a means of fostering economic development in Africa through private sector-led growth. Africapitalism positions
Breaking Barriers: Overcoming Obstacles and Thriving as a Woman Entrepreneur in Africa
Every day is a great day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, but the International
Capacity Building = Continent Building
Entrepreneurship is crucial to Africa’s economic growth and development. Research has it that, entrepreneurship could be the solution to the
Africa’s Passion for Fashion!
Youth entrepreneurship in fashion in Africa is a rapidly growing industry, driven by the continent’s young and vibrant population, innovative
Africa! Let’s go Green!
Climate change and global warming have become major concerns for leaders within the shores of the African continent, and beyond,
Why you should have a mentor
Youth entrepreneurship is increasingly being recognized as a critical solution to youth unemployment in Africa. However, starting a business as
Youth Entrepreneurship: The backbone of the African continent
Africa is a continent with a rapidly growing population and a large number of young people. Research has it that
SNAPSHOT OF TEF IMPACT FROM OUR #TEF2021 ENTREPRENEURS
Our approach at the Tony Elumelu Foundation prioritises monitoring, tracking, and evaluation to ensure that the funds that we disburse
HOW NOT TO SUPPORT ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN AFRICA
Today’s youths are thinking differently about their future employment, and many have decided they do not want to work for
Tony Elumelu Foundation Partners with Stanford University to release study on African Entrepreneurs
New research on African entrepreneurs by the Tony Elumelu Foundation in partnership with Stanford University reveals insights into the divergent cultural factors
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