Sahara Group Awards $130,000 to African EXTRApreneurs for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Sahara Group's social impact arm, Sahara Group Foundation, has awarded $130,000 to 20 outstanding African EXTRApreneurs as part of its Sahara Impact Fund (SIF) cohort 4 initiative. The program aims to make a difference in Africa by supporting early-stage innovators and entrepreneurs.
The foundation is focused on advancing entrepreneurship, environmental stewardship, and community transformation by investing in sustainable development programs. The gala night event highlighted the commitment to equipping entrepreneurs with the necessary skills to scale their solutions in African markets.
Dr. Kola Adesina emphasized the importance of supporting African entrepreneurs to achieve transformative impact across the continent.
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