Tag: Entrepreneurship
-
Vijana Platform: Tanzania’s Youth Lead the Nation’s Next Chapter
Introduction: A Bold Move to Elevate Tanzania’s Youth Across Tanzania, a new energy is stirring. The Vijana Platform is being positioned as a national catalyst that channels the creativity, ambition, and resilience of young people into tangible development outcomes. By integrating education, entrepreneurship, digital skills, and civic participation, the program aims to widen access to…
-
Vijana Platform: Empowering Tanzania’s Youth to Shape the Future
Opening a New Chapter for Tanzania’s Youth In Tanzania, a bold initiative is taking center stage: the Vijana Platform. This program aims to harness the energy, creativity, and ambition of the country’s young people to drive inclusive growth and social progress. By connecting learners, entrepreneurs, and mentors, Vijana Platform seeks to turn potential into tangible…
-
Global Golden Business Awards 2025: The Wall of Honors Celebrates a Decade of Business Excellence
Introducing the Wall of Honors: A Global Benchmark for Business Excellence The Global Golden Business Awards (GGBA) 2025 has officially unveiled its Wall of Honors, a prestigious global distinction that recognizes more than 1,000 leaders shaping the future of business. Created to celebrate achievement across industries and geographies, the Wall of Honors cements GGBA as…
-
Sakaja Backs Youth Enterprises with Permit Waivers as Nyota Fund Ignites Nairobi
Overview: A Boost for Nairobi’s Young Entrepreneurs In a pivotal move to energize Nairobi’s small business ecosystem, Governor Johnson Sakaja reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to empowering young people and aspiring entrepreneurs. The focus is on practical support—permit waivers that reduce startup barriers and a robust allocation through the Nyota Fund to ignite sustainable livelihoods across…
-
Nairobi to Host NYOTA Beneficiaries for Startup Capital Disbursement
Overview: NYOTA Project Comes Home to Nairobi Nairobi is set to host more than 10,000 beneficiaries of the NYOTA project, signaling a major step in expanding micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) access to startup capital. The event, scheduled for Monday, will mark the disbursement of business start-up funds to participants in the Nairobi County…
-
Nairobi to Host Over 10,000 NYOTA Beneficiaries for Startup Capital Disbursement
Overview: A Boost for Nairobi’s MSMEs Kenya’s capital city is set to welcome more than 10,000 NYOTA beneficiaries on Monday as the government gears up for the Project Business Start-up Capital Disbursement. The initiative aims to inject capital into micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), fueling entrepreneurship and economic growth in Nairobi and beyond. The…
-
Ara Mina pivots to business and philanthropy after 2025 election setback
Ara Mina’s post-election transition: from stage to strategy Known for her acting career and public-facing persona, Ara Mina has recently charted a new course following the 2025 midterm elections in the Philippines. After an election outcome that saw her not advancing to a council seat in Pasig City’s 2nd District, the veteran artist has redirected…
-
How Much Should a Jamaican Patty Cost? Debating the Price in the Diaspora
Context: A Dragon’s Den Moment Sparks a Price Debate Recently, a CBC Dragons’ Den clip featuring a Jamaican-Canadian entrepreneur thrust the question of patty pricing into public discourse. The exchange touched a nerve in communities that treat the Jamaican patty as both a savory snack and a cultural touchstone. The question wasn’t just about dollars…
-
Small risks, big vision: The rise of Tanzania’s young e-commerce tycoon in Dar es Salaam
From zero to something: The spark of a bold entrepreneurial journey In the bustling streets of Dar es Salaam, a young entrepreneur is turning cautious risk-taking into a compelling blueprint for success. Ms Shununa Haji’s online venture, Abayatul Al, began with a simple belief: calculated risk, when paired with relentless persistence, can transform a small…
-
Small risks, big vision: The rise of a young e-commerce entrepreneur in Tanzania
From Zero to Something: The Spark Behind Abayatul Al In the bustling business landscape of Dar es Salaam, a new story is quietly reshaping the way aspiring entrepreneurs think about success. Ms Shununa Haji, a young and determined founder, is steadily turning calculated risks into a scalable e-commerce venture. Her journey—often described as a blend…