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GEM is the best source of international data for comparisons of entrepreneurial intentions and activity, do have a look at the report #entrepreneurship #startup

When the Cultivons L'Esprit d'Entreprise (CLE) youth entrepreneurship project in Burkina Faso first launched, Tanager didn't have much time to achieve the ambitious goals that were set out. CLE handily met, and in most cases exceeded, those goals. A key reason it was able to do so was the team's commitment to adjusting as they learned. Find out about some of the lessons learned from the project: https://bit.ly/4bwRNMI #youthentrepreneurship #youthentrepreneurs #lessonslearned

Cambodia: Here's an overview of the recently-launched Techpreneur Bootcamp, with 30 university students selected from over 600 applications for the 6-month program https://lnkd.in/gPy5J_Fd #cambodia #asiatechnews #asean #startupcambodia #entrepreneurship

📢 Last Thursday, Europe Direct CORE Platform in collaboration with Social Entrepreneurs Association Malta (SEAM), hosted a successful stakeholder roundtable on the social economy in Malta. 🌍💼 The event brought together key players from across the sector to discuss how we can drive positive change and build a more inclusive, sustainable future through social entrepreneurship. 💬 The conversation highlighted innovative ideas, challenges, and opportunities for Malta's social economy, laying the foundation for stronger collaboration and impact. 🎥 Watch the video below for highlights from this inspiring event and join the conversation on how we can continue to shape the future of Malta’s social economy! #SocialEconomy #Malta #EuropeDirectCORE #SEAM #SocialEntrepreneurs #Sustainability #Collaboration SEAM (Social Entrepreneurs Association Malta)

When Tanager first began implementing the Cultivons L'Esprit d'Entreprise (CLE) in Burkina Faso with the Kingdom of the Netherlands, there was uncertainty about whether entrepreneurship was a significant interest among Burkinabé youth. It turns out there is a hunger in the country for entrepreneurship training--so much so that the CLE project had to make hard choices around which applications would receive training. The project, which closed in December, amassed several other valuable lessons: https://bit.ly/4bwRNMI #lessonslearned #youthentrepreneurship

#pressrelease #AfricaNewsroom #bizcommunity #publicrelations #africa #southernafrica #southafrica SA’s entrepreneurial activity has declined post-pandemic - According to the latest  2023 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor South Africa (GEM SA) report released today...

Entrepreneurship is an important venture where identified societal problems can be solved. It is essential for the youth to consider venturing into entrepreneurship in order to help solve arising societal problems. Africa is the continent with the most active youth force who can help transform the continent into a sustainable hub. Despite the challenges that arise on the journey of entrepreneurship, its importance cannot be overemphasized. #ClimateAction #YoungAfricanEntrepreneurs #UWSE

I have it on good authority that entrepreneurial education sucks. Globally. The GEM (Global Entrepreneurship Monitor) Report has been tracking various aspects of entrepreneurship around the world for 25 years. The 2023/2024 report indicates that the two Entrepreneurial Framework Condition (EFC) scores on entrepreneurial education in schools were the LOWEST OF ALL the factors in 31 out of the 49 economies tracked. This has been the case over successive years. Can’t say I’m surprised. The fact that wealthy countries don’t do a good job of it is pretty interesting, but this is 1000 times more important in developing countries, where there are not enough jobs and the only way to make a living is self-employment or entrepreneurship. Why isn’t entrepreneurship more widely taught in schools? Everything would benefit, from microenterprises to communities to value chains to GDPs.  #globalentrepreneurship #developingcountries #entrepreneurialeducation https://lnkd.in/eusG9cBu

Our latest published study by Stephen E. Lanivich, Nadia Zahoor, Francis Donbesuur, Dr Domnan Miri & Samuel Adomako, explores how psychological resiliency drives entrepreneurial strategies like product differentiation and international diversification, using the conservation of resources theory as our framework. Analysing data from 226 entrepreneurs in Pakistan, we find that resiliency enhances these strategies through entrepreneurial alertness. Notably, institutional voids play a crucial role in moderating the relationship between entrepreneurial alertness and these strategies, highlighting the potential advantages of navigating challenging environments. Our findings position entrepreneurial alertness as a critical factor linking founder characteristics to innovation and expansion, offering fresh insights for entrepreneurs facing institutional voids. This research not only advances the understanding of entrepreneurial alertness but also contributes significantly to international entrepreneurship literature. https://lnkd.in/enW2aC34

[Benin] [Boostcamp] Exciting Day at Boostcamp OVO in Ouidah - Building Strong Entrepreneurial Connections! 🌟 Just a few days ago, we shared our journey visiting entrepreneurs in Benin, and now we're thrilled to update you on the next phase - the Boostcamp OVO in Ouidah! For the next three days, we're all gathered here for an intensive training program. The room is filled with a diverse group of individuals, including selected Beninese entrepreneurs, business coaches from both Benin and Belgium, Belgian students, and professors from the renowned Ichec Brussels Management School « You said coaching? », that’s the theme of our first half day. We delved into the intriguing dynamics between Beninese entrepreneurs, local and international coaches, Belgian students, and professors. The discussions revolved around creating meaningful connections that can truly boost businesses. 🌐 Key questions addressed include: How can Beninese entrepreneurs and coaches collaborate effectively? What's the role of both local and international coaches in this dynamic? How can students and professors from Belgium contribute to this vibrant ecosystem? Stay tuned for more updates on the remaining days of Boostcamp OVO as we continue to explore and enhance the connections that will drive entrepreneurial success. 🚀 #BoostcampOVO #Entrepreneurship #Connections #OVO