Culture and Education
Revolutionist returnees: Fulfilling dreams, finding freedom
African Americans have a long history of going back to the motherland
Economic Development
Seeing new markets across borders
Empretec training opens an entrepreneur’s eyes to AfCFTA opportunities
Economic Development
Angola’s small businesses drive economic growth
Hirondino Garcia and his wife, Carolina, have a unique relationship that holds valuable lessons for new businesses, especially in Africa.
Economic Development
Angola’s young entrepreneurs ‘Empretecos’ on a mission to transform their country
A unique training programme – EMPRETEC - offered by UNCTAD sparks interest in entrepreneurship, with the youth leading the way
Economic Development
‘Transforming4Trade’ will reshape African economies
Infrastructure development is pivotal, as we work to create necessary transport links for diversifying into sectors like agroindustry and processing - Paul Akiwumi
Technology
Young woman ignites a 3D printing revolution in The Gambia
The UN in The Gambia is supporting initiatives to bridge the gender disparity gap in STEM through raising awareness and capacity-building support to women-owned businesses
Economic Development
Youth Profile: Equatorial Guinean entrepreneur Melissa Mbile Sánchez
27-year-old founder of clothing line La Capacidad also offers internships to other youths.
Youth Profile
Youth Profile: Agripina Ndoho Ngumu Bindang from Equatorial Guinea
Young entrepreneur is using African fabric to make bags, shoes and jewelry.
Economic empowerment
Tapping women’s entrepreneurship in Ghana
Access to credit, technology vital for breaking into manufacturing
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Tapping women’s entrepreneurship in Ghana
Access to credit, technology vital for breaking into manufacturing