BY: Daniel Orlando | Voltaonlinegh.com|
The second edition of the Volta Youth Entrepreneurs Summit was held in Ho, over the weekend as part of the 6th Volta Trade and Investment Fair 2023. It brought together aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and notable figures in the business community to deliberate on the opportunities and challenges faced by young enterprises in the region.
Addressing the attendees, Ms. Emma Theofelus, Member of Parliament and Deputy Minister of ICT and Technology from Namibia, encouraged young entrepreneurs to cultivate new networks and foster collaboration with like-minded individuals in the business sphere. She emphasised the importance of cooperation over competition, asserting that collective efforts can shape the future of business in the region.
The Deputy Minister highlighted the significant role played by the youth of Africa in answering the generational call, urging them to establish businesses that transcend borders and contribute to the continent’s economic growth.
Ms. Theofelus also revealed the commitment of the Namibian government to partner with young entrepreneurs in sectors such as shea butter, coffee, cocoa, and other agricultural products.
In a special appeal to African leaders, Ms. Theofelus called for a re-evaluation of the continent’s educational curriculum. She advocated for reforms that would shift the focus towards entrepreneurship, aligning with the vision of building a business-centric Africa.
Dr. Archibald Yao Letsa, the Volta Regional Minister and an accomplished entrepreneur, provided valuable insights to the aspiring business leaders. He advised young entrepreneurs to set ambitious yet realistic goals when venturing into business, underlining the pivotal role of entrepreneurship in driving the economic fortunes of the country.
Themed “Bridging Borders: Amplifying Youth Entrepreneurship in the AfCFTA Era,” the 2nd Volta Young Entrepreneurs Summit ended successfully with a renewed commitment to collaboration, entrepreneurship, and the economic empowerment of the youth in the region.
Source: www.voltaonlinegh.com
