TEF has given $2 million to nearly 400 entrepreneurs in Rwanda as seed capital. The global ambassadors praised the Foundation’s great impact
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Global ambassadors: Back-to-back meetings with Tony Elumelu
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Tony Elumelu Convenes Global Leaders And Calls for Immediate Climate Action for Africa at COP28 in Dubai
Tony Elumelu speaks to to world leaders to impact African entrepreneurs: The Tony Elumelu African Entrepreneurs Empowerment Program At a series of events across COP28, Tony Elumelu delivered a single message to world leaders: Africa needs to be heard, Africa’s future is the world’s future and the continent that is most impacted by and the …
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The Tony Elumelu Foundation and the United Bank for Africa (UBA) set to host high-level roundtable at COP28 in Dubai, UAE
The Tony Elumelu Foundation, the leading philanthropy committed to empowering the next generation of African entrepreneurs, driving poverty alleviation, catalysing jobs creation, and ensuring women’s inclusive empowerment; and the United Bank for Africa (UBA) are set to host a high-level roundtable on empowering young African entrepreneurs in the green economy, during the 2023 UN Climate …
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Our Founder, Mr. Tony O. Elumelu’s Remarks from his fireside chat with Richard Attias, CEO FII Institute, on ‘How Africapitalism drives Inclusive Growth’
Africapitalism stems from my experience. I am an African, born and bred in Africa and I have done business in Africa. And I have come to see firsthand the level of poverty on the continent. I have come to see the energy, the youth, the aspiration of our young ones. Africa is a continent of …
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The Tony Elumelu Foundation Hosts Delegation of European Union Partners at Prestigious Event in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria – October 18, 2023 – The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), the leading philanthropy empowering a new generation of young African entrepreneurs, hosted a delegation of esteemed partners from the European Union, at the iconic Transcorp Hilton in Abuja, on the occasion of the visit of the EU Commissioner for International Partnerships, Ms. Jutta …
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The Role of Business Management Training in Entrepreneurial Success: Equipping African Youth for the Future
In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, entrepreneurship is a powerful driver of economic growth and innovation. Now more than ever, African youth are embracing entrepreneurship as a pathway, not only to financial independence but also as a means to shape their communities and drive lasting change. At the heart of this transformation is the Tony …
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Nigeria at 63: Collective Actions to foster Nation-Building
Happy independence everyone! As we celebrate another year of independence, it is time to reflect, to look in the mirror, for our nation and ourselves. We know Nigeria, we love Nigeria, Nigeria is one of Africa’s most diverse and dynamic countries. We are a nation that excites, beguiles, and dreams. Yet, amidst our diversity and …
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CALL FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) – THE TONY ELUMELU FOUNDATION (BUSINESS PLAN REVIEW)
The Tony Elumelu Foundation Project title: The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme Subject of the RFP: Consulting Services to provide comprehensive business plan review for the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurs programme Background The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is the leading philanthropy empowering a new generation of African entrepreneurs, driving poverty eradication, catalyzing job …
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TEFATUNGA DAY 1: TEF ATTENDS THE 78TH UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY
“To me, UNGA should not just be about talking, it should be much more than that, it should be about execution, about doing things that are important. I speak as an African private sector person; I speak as the Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation that helps to empower young African entrepreneurs. To date, we …
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Innovation and Technology: Catalysts for Africa’s Development
Empowering African Entrepreneurs through the Tony Elumelu Foundation Africa, often described as the “Cradle of Humanity,” is a continent teeming with untapped potential, diverse cultures, and a rich history. Over the years, it has faced a myriad of challenges, from political instability to economic disparities. However, one of its most promising aspects is its entrepreneurial …
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