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LEAP Africa calls for investment to scale youth-led enterprises

LEAP Africa has called for increased investment and stronger policies to accelerate the growth of youth-led enterprises and unlock Africa’s economic potent Read More: https://punchng.com/leap-africa-calls-for-investment-to-scale-youth-led-enterprises/

LEAP Africa calls for investment to scale youth-led enterprises

LEAP Africa has called for increased investment, stronger policy frameworks, and closer collaboration between governments and the private sector to accelerate the growth of youth-led enterprises and unlock Africa's economic potential. The call was made at the 13th edition of the Social Innovators Programme and Awards in Lagos, where over 200 young social entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and business leaders gathered.

The event aimed to tackle the structural barriers stifling the growth of innovative enterprises across the continent while linking young entrepreneurs with investment, partnerships, and market opportunities.

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