As we celebrate Africa Day, we reflect on the significant strides made in Africa’s development. From education to economic growth, Africa has come a long way. However, there is still much to be done, particularly in the area of entrepreneurship. As Emergination Africa, we’re making a difference in this regard. The theme for Africa Day 2023 is “Our Africa, Our Future,” which emphasizes the importance of African-led development initiatives.
As Emergination Africa, we empower learners and educators to turn their passion for entrepreneurship into valuable business ventures. This is achieved through our training programs, venture accelerators, and communities, which enable them to create economic opportunities and employment in their communities. Our vision is to create an Africa where all young people are equipped to create opportunities for themselves so that they can pursue their dreams and achieve financial independence.
Entrepreneurship is critical to Africa’s development because it creates jobs, drives innovation, and fosters economic growth. According to the African Development Bank, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) contribute up to 60% of total employment and up to 40% of GDP in Africa.
Emergination Africa provides the Educator Venture Development Training, National Business Case Competition (NBCC) and Virtual Innovation Accelerator (VIA) programs, which help learners create economic opportunities and employment in their communities. These programs are essential because they provide youth entrepreneurs with the resources and support they need to succeed in a competitive business environment.
Through our programs, we have managed to help many future entrepreneurs achieve their dreams and create successful businesses. Some of the successes include Food Wealth Grain Shellers Investment Pvt. Ltd, a venture developed by the students from Hippo Valley High School which provides grain shelling services in Masvingo province and Zimbabwe at large. Persea Brands Ltd is the brainchild of Nyatsime College students and focuses on producing avocado coffee from avocado seeds after completing the 2021 VIA Program. These success stories are a testament to the effectiveness of Emergination Africa’s programs and its contribution to ‘our Africa, our future’.
In conclusion, our organization is revolutionizing entrepreneurship education in Africa and contributing to the continent’s economic growth. We will continue to provide learners with the support and knowledge they need to start and grow successful businesses. As we celebrate Africa Day 2023, let us recognize the importance of entrepreneurship in Africa’s development and support organizations like ours to create a better future for the continent.
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