insert_link Namibia DBN and One Economy Foundation Partner for Inclusive Economic Growth The Development Bank of Namibia and One Economy Foundation have entered into a five-year Strategic Comprehensive Partnership Agreement focused on fostering sustainable economic growth, youth empowerment, and community development across the country. This significant partnership underscores their shared dedication to promoting equality and expanding socio-economic opportunities for marginalized groups, especially youth, women, and rural entrepreneurs. todayOctober 24, 2024 14
insert_link Business / Economics Rössing Foundation supports MSMEs in Oshana and Erongo region Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises belonging to youth, women, and people with disabilities in the Oshana and Erongo regions will soon become the beneficiaries of essential business advisory services, branding classes, and other key business-building tools through a N$ 500 000 sponsorships from the Rössing Foundation. Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board spokesperson, Titus Shivute explains how the process will work. todayJuly 31, 2024 22
insert_link Africa Appetite from local investors fuels surge in African startup funding By Seth Onyango, bird story agency Despite a steep downturn in startup funding in Africa since 2022, more African investors are channelling substantial investments into homegrown enterprises. This is a marked departure from the previous years, when North American investors, particularly from the U.S., led the charge in startup funding across the continent. Analysis from Africa: The Big Deal identified at least 619 unique investors who participated in […] todayMarch 14, 2024 39
insert_link Africa Mozambique: EIB Global and Moza Banco provide €20 million to grow women-led businesses The EIB Global and Moza Banco initiative, as part of the EU’s Global Gateway strategy, will offer financing for small and medium-sized businesses in Mozambique, with a focus on businesses owned or run by women. Women are less likely to be able to access appropriate finance for their business, and the EIB-Moza Banco facility will address that financing gap. The project will support economic growth, […] todayDecember 21, 2023 36
insert_link Uncategorized A modest popsicle-making business in Umoja, Kenya is transforming options for women working in the neighbourhood. By Stacey Kakea, via bird story agency The rains may have started but residents of Umoja in Nairobi County are still able to enjoy a frozen treat from Azin Pops - and while they're at it, also support a group of small-scale businesswomen. Azin Pops' owner Derrick Ochieng, a budding entrepreneur who puts a fresh spin on traditional Kenyan popsicles by blending them with modern-day flavouring formulations, is hoping that […] todayNovember 21, 2023 21