Youth
The University of Pennsylvania Athletics recently highlighted a news release from the Alvernia University's O'Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship about the EmpowerED Program. This program is designed to provide experiential education opportunities to 25 high school students, including five students from the Mayor Moran&
Economic growth
The Pak-US Business and Entrepreneurship Conference, held at the Arts Council of Pakistan, brought together a diverse group of stakeholders to explore opportunities for economic collaboration and innovation between Pakistan and the US. Organized by the Global Neighbourhood for Media Innovation (GNMI) with the support of the United States Educational
Youth
Liberia's President, Joseph Nyuma Boakai, and African Development Bank President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, jointly launched the Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank (YEIB) at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Ministerial Complex. The $16 million initiative aims to combat youth unemployment and jumpstart inclusive economic growth in Liberia. With over 60% of
Youth
The African Development Bank Group has approved a €100 million loan to support Morocco's inclusive solidarity-based agriculture program, which aims to generate sustainable economic opportunities for women and youth, boost food security, and strengthen the resilience of small-scale farming against climate change. The program will focus on empowering
Youth
The African Development Bank has launched a project aimed at generating sustainable economic opportunities for women and youth, boosting food security, and strengthening the resilience of small-scale farming against climate change in Morocco. The program, which aligns with Morocco's priorities, will support the implementation of the Green Generation
Youth
The African Development Bank's Board of Directors has approved a £100 million loan to support Morocco's inclusive solidarity-based agriculture programme, with a focus on empowering women and young people. The programme aims to create sustainable economic opportunities, boost food security, and strengthen the resilience of small-scale
Youth
The African Development Bank has approved a EUR100 million loan to support Morocco's inclusive solidarity-based agriculture program, aimed at generating sustainable economic opportunities for women and youth, boosting food security, and strengthening the resilience of small-scale farming against climate change. The program will stimulate entrepreneurship through tailored financing
Economic development
Federal Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh emphasized the government's commitment to creating an enabling environment for youth to contribute to national growth, emphasizing that investing in their skills and entrepreneurship is key to sustainable economic development. The Pakistan Youth Development Dialogue 2025 celebrated World Youth Skills Day, focusing on
Economic development
Research conducted at Ajayi Crowther University revealed that tax incentives play a significant role in promoting entrepreneurial development among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Lagos, Nigeria. The study, published in the Malete Journal of Accounting and Finance, used a sample of 150 respondents to examine the effects of tax
Economic development
In a strategic move to boost the future of Rio Grande do Sul, the state government, through the Secretariat of Economic Development (Sedec), and Invest RS announced Empreender RS, a package of actions to transform Rio Grande do Sul into an entrepreneurial destination. The event, held on July 16th at
Youth
The Youth Startup Academy (YSA), led by Korea's SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME), has become a prime example of a successful programme in fostering entrepreneurship among young people. Established in 2011, the YSA provides comprehensive support to young entrepreneurs in their 20s and 30s, offering co-working space, mentoring,
Economic development
The Pakistan Youth Development Dialogue 2025 marked a significant celebration of World Youth Skills Day, highlighting the government's commitment to empowering young people through digital skills, inclusive education, and climate leadership. The event brought together a powerful mix of policymakers, corporate executives, nonprofit leaders, and youth advocates, emphasizing
