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Driving Women Entrepreneurship in Africa: A High-Level Reception Hosted by the Tony Elumelu Foundation
On Monday, July 15, the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) hosted the United States Presidential Advisory Council 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.
The Event Highlights
The gathering included notable #TEFAlumni who shared compelling success stories catalysed by TEF’s interventions. These alumni offered unique insights into the growth opportunities and challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Africa.
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Commitment to Empowering Women
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.
Key Discussions and Insights
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’s economic future.
Looking Ahead
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.
Watch the Event Recap
For an in-depth look at the event and insights from key speakers, watch the video below;
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À propos de la Fondation Tony Elumelu
La Fondation Tony Elumelu est la principale organisation philanthropique qui donne du pouvoir à une nouvelle génération d'entrepreneurs africains, favorise l'éradication de la pauvreté, catalyse la création d'emplois dans les 54 pays africains et garantit une autonomisation économique inclusive. Depuis le lancement du programme d'entrepreneuriat TEF en 2015, la Fondation a formé plus de 1,5 million de jeunes Africains sur son pôle numérique, TEFConnect, et a décaissé près de 100 millions de dollars en financement direct à 18 000 femmes et hommes africains, qui ont collectivement créé plus de 400 000 projets directs et emplois indirects. La mission de la Fondation est ancrée dans l'Africapitalisme, qui positionne le secteur privé, et surtout les entrepreneurs, comme le catalyseur du développement social et économique du continent africain.