United Way South Africa’s Post

To all the makers and change-makers of South Africa, this is your moment. The entrepreneurs, the innovators, the game-changers – those who wake up every day with a passion to drive change, to uplift their communities, and to reshape the future. Your resilience and determination are the backbone of our nation's progress. Whether you're building businesses from the ground up, solving challenges with creativity, or uplifting others along the way, know that your impact goes beyond just today. You are igniting a movement that pushes boundaries and paves the way for future generations. Keep daring. Keep creating. Keep making waves. Together, we are stronger, and together, we are changing the world. #MakersOfChange #PositiveChange #TrioPlus #ESD #EnterpriseAndSupplierDevelopment #SustainableESD #RuralDevelopment #RuralEntrepreneurship #BusinessMentoring #BusinessCoaching #CSI #CorporateSocialInvestment #Entrepreneurs #GameChangers #SouthAfrica #Innovation #ChangeMakers

I love the tagline for this year’s Nigeria-EU Innovation days: "Where Ideas Meet Action." How many great ideas have you had this year? How many of those ideas have you implemented or are in the process of implementing? Listening to Mike B. Ndimurukundo narrate the history of Andela, an African unicorn, was truly inspiring. It's time to wake up and take action. Don’t let your great ideas meet self-doubt, laziness, or procrastination. Let your ideas meet ACTION. Wake up, it’s time to ACT 😎💪🏽😎 #Innovation #IdeasToAction #NigeriaEU #Andela #AfricanUnicorn #Entrepreneurship #Inspiration #TakeAction #Procrastination #SelfDoubt #Motivation #EUinNigeria

This powerful quote serves as a reminder for founders and entrepreneurs to exceed expectations in their ventures. At Innovate Africa Fund, we embrace this philosophy as we support African entrepreneurs on their journey to success, and we encourage you to embrace this mindset to unlock new opportunities and foster growth and innovation. #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #InnovateAfricaFund

You asked and we listened! This year, at ICA Zambia 2024, there will be an entire stream dedicated to helping early stage businesses succeed. Just a few topics that will be offered: ⭐ Perfecting your pitch ⭐ Scaling sustainably and ⭐ Finding appropriate funding solutions Tickets and more information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/dhE_5YbD #impactinvesting #Zambia #investinafrica #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #emergingmarkets #Impactdeals #InvestinZambia #ICAZambia2024

Words well put, Tony O. Elumelu, C.F.R. Let me add. The Grit and Grind of Entrepreneurship in Africa. #Entrepreneurship is often touted as the key to unlocking Africa's economic potential, and rightly so. Entrepreneurs are the driving force behind innovation, job creation, and sustainable development across the continent. However, the path to entrepreneurial success is far from glamorous—it's a relentless grind that requires immense grit and determination. We can unlock a brighter future for ourselves and our communities by embracing the challenges and celebrating the successes. #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #JobCreation #SustainableDevelopment

Entrepreneurship serves as a vital engine of economic growth, driving innovation, creating jobs, and enhancing social change. This role is particularly crucial on the African continent in need of explosive growth and teeming with untapped potential. However, entrepreneurial ecosystems in Africa face distinct challenges that stem from its unique economic, cultural, and political contexts. What are your thoughts on this? Share in the comments below. #Entrepreneurship #DataDrivenFuture #AfricanInnovation #AGCAE #AEEI

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Nigeria’s business environment offers vast opportunities, but it requires strategic navigation. From ideation to scaling, entrepreneurs face challenges like regulatory complexities and market access. Yet, platforms like Business Quest help bridge gaps by offering tailored solutions for SMEs. Whether you're seeking funding readiness or market expansion, the potential is limitless when equipped with the right tools. Nigeria’s entrepreneurial ecosystem thrives on resilience and innovation—let's harness it together. #BusinessDevelopment #Nigeria #SMEGrowth #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #EconomicGrowth #FutureOfBusiness #StartupEcosystem #DigitalInnovation

📊 Vision 2030 Movement: Empowering SMEs for a Brighter Future! Last week, we successfully conducted our 1st SMEs Business Summer School, gathering innovative entrepreneurs, start ups and industry experts under one roof! with the objective of equipping SMEs with skills and knowledge to drive growth and contribute to Zimbabwe's Vision 2030. We're proud to support SMEs in Zimbabwe, driving economic growth and job creation. Stay tuned for our next initiative! #Vision2030Movement #SMEEmpowerment #Zimbabwe #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #EconomicDevelopment"

Africa is brimming with potential, and I couldn’t help but ask Allon Raiz what he believes we need more of to unlock that potential. His answer? Growth entrepreneurs. His perspective is compelling—growth entrepreneurs are the ecosystem builders, market makers, and innovators who have the power to transform entire industries. But here’s the challenge: markets in Africa are often dominated by multinationals and large local companies that can squash competition. What stood out most to me was Allon’s take on how technology is leveling the playing field. Tools and platforms that were once only accessible to corporate giants are now available to everyone. It’s not about viewing big companies as the enemy but about leveraging the opportunities that tech offers to gain market access and build something extraordinary. It was fascinating to hear Allon unpack this idea and share how entrepreneurs can navigate these challenges with strategy and resilience. What do you think? Are growth entrepreneurs the key to Africa’s future? 🎥 Catch the full conversation on the C.Cast to hear more of these insights: https://lnkd.in/dg8UGnZr #Entrepreneurship #GrowthMindset #TechForGood #AfricaInnovation #CCast