Transformify

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Most young people can’t afford to study abroad without government subsidies or scholarships. Commenced in July 2017, The Youth Enterprise Development Fund provides start-up loans to help young entrepreneurs fund their businesses at a very early stage. With a population of 11.4

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The Next Web

OCTOBER 15, 2012

Silicon Valley is made up of solely one industry: technology, whereas countries in emerging markets have existing industries, around which entrepreneurs are innovating. Although entrepreneurs need to practice their pitches (and English). Many startups are Silicon Valley clones. Startups are aiming for a global, not local market.

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Growthink Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Well surprise surprise, they don't come from the government but more surprisingly they don’t come from corporate America. Culturally, let’s really put the entrepreneur where he or she belongs – on a pedestal as a modern day, real-life action hero. So Where Do These Good Jobs Come From? Rather, nearly all net job creation in the U.S.

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thebarefootvc

APRIL 18, 2010

On my trip to Rwanda last year I wrote a blog post on why I thought diversity in general was important. Building out an ecosystem that gives ALL smart, talented entrepreneurs access to funding, and support for their fledgling businesses will benefit everyone in the long term.

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