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TEFCIRCLE FOR Q2 2025

The second quarter of 2025 has affirmed a truth we hold dear at the Tony Elumelu Foundation: Africa’s moment is no longer a distant promise; it is the defining reality of today. April, May and June felt like a sprint of possibility. We witnessed our Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurs pitch for capital in Kigali, our Founder receive one of Gabon’s highest honours, and the TEF team engage partners from Riyadh to Conakry, Nairobi to Paris. 

 

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TEFCIRCLE FOR Q1 2025

This edition captures the extraordinary momentum of from the overwhelming response to our Call for Applications (over 200,000 strong), to new strategic collaborations with the EU, UAE, and global philanthropic leaders. We spotlight catalytic initiatives like the BeGreen Africa programme, the AGUKA ideation journey, an our expanding mentorship ecosystem, now strengthened by new partners like Deloitte.

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TEFCIRCLE FOR AUGUST 2024

In this August edition, we proudly celebrate International Youth Month by highlighting the powerful stories of youth empowerment, innovation, and leadership across Africa. We have curated an inspiring collection of articles showcasing three alumni of the Tony Elumelu Foundation who are making incredible strides in their communities, transforming lives through their entrepreneurial ventures.

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TEFCIRCLE FOR JULY 2024

Welcome to the July issue of TEFCircle, which arrives at a critical time as the global energy landscape undergoes a transformative shift. As we celebrate Global Energy Independence Day, this edition highlights the inspiring stories of our entrepreneurs who are at the forefront of the renewable energy sector. Their innovative solutions, from solar power projects to wind energy startups, are helping shape a cleaner, more sustainable future for Africa.

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TEFCIRCLE FOR JUNE 2024

Welcome to the June edition of TEFCircle, and a very special welcome as we celebrate World Environment Day! This month's theme, "Innovative Solutions for a Greener Future," is dedicated to exploring the cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and inspirational stories from the young African entrepreneurs and ecosystem stakeholders that are shaping a healthier planet.

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TEFCIRCLE FOR MAY 2024

In recognition of this year’s Africa Day, we at the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) cel- ebrate the vibrancy and ingenuity of young African entrepreneurs who are putting our continent on the global stage. Their innova- tions are not just transforming Africa, but are also influencing global markets, solving critical challenges, and showcasing the lim- itless potential of African talent.

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TEFCIRCLE FOR JANUARY 2024

In this edition, we showcase our partnership with the Government of Botswana, where additional entrepreneurs have been empowered thanks to this partnership. The Foundation has disbursed nearly $900,000 directly in seed capital to over 160 Batswana entrepreneurs. Tony Elumelu entrepreneurs from Botswana share their experiences and impactful milestones, offering insights and encouragement to those considering answering this last call and applying to the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme.

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TEFCIRCLE FOR NOVEMBER 2023

Welcome to the November edition of TEFCircle, a special edition dedicated to celebrating a decade of impact. In this issue, we embark on a journey to showcase the boundless potential of Africa’s youth and the transformative impact of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) in nurturing youth-led innovation, sustainability and development across the African economy
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TEFCIRCLE FOR MARCH 2023

This special edition features inspiring stories of women entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers and making significant contributions to their communities and the African entrepreneurial ecosystem. We hope their stories will inspire you to pursue your dreams and to never give up on your career/entrepreneurial journey
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TEFCIRCLE FOR JANUARY 2023

In this edition of TEFCircle, Our Founder, Mr. Tony O. Elumelu CFR pens a heartfelt message to African entrepreneurs, as he celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of Africa and its continued growth. The past year have brought numerous wins for Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurs and other entrepreneurs across Africa; from building successful startups to international recognition, and we are thrilled to showcase their achievements
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TEFCIRCLE FOR NOVEMBER 2022

In this issue of TEF Circle, we explore the convergence of creativity and sustainability across various sectors of the economy which our alumni operate in. From fashion, to manufacturing, to agriculture, to art, some of our alumni share their experience with incorporating sustainable practices into their business model and how this has had a direct impact on their profitability as a business.
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TEFCIRCLE FOR OCTOBER 2022

In this edition of TEFCircle, Our Founder, Mr. Tony O. Elumelu CFR pens a heartfelt message to African entrepreneurs, as he celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of Africa and its continued growth. The past year have brought numerous wins for Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurs and other entrepreneurs across Africa; from building successful startups to international recognition, and we are thrilled to showcase their achievements
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