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(GE Reports) Njideka Harry: Lessons for Africa from an Innovation Hack
“In Africa, there is a vibrant culture of young people creating things. Having worked in this field extensively over the
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In Practice: #GirlsinICT Day as a Year-Round Operation
The fourth Thursday in April may seem non-descript. Just another weekday. But every year, a global network rises up to
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(HuffPost) Make It Happen… Yesterday
“Sunday, March 8th was International Women’s Day, a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of women
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Interview with Yu Darren Liu, Intern – 3D Africa
Interview conducted and edited by Sarah Layton, YTF Communications Lead Let’s start with your story. Can you tell
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(HuffPost) Technology and the Skills Gap in Africa
“Evidence shows that students learn better when taught in their own languages, and that they retain information more effectively when it is
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(GE Reports) Njideka Harry: Design-Driven Innovations — An End to Extreme Poverty
“Attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, I’m excited to be involved in all the incredible sessions centered around the ‘new global
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(WEF) Inspiring a Generation of Curious Youth in Africa
“In a few days, I will join leaders in Davos for the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum, an
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(WEF) How to promote financial inclusion in Nigeria
“Despite being Africa’s largest economy, only 30% of Nigerian adults have an account at a formal banking institution. Currently, more
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(HuffPost) Financial Inclusion: A Powerful Agent for Strong, Inclusive Growth in Development
“Institutional research performed by the Youth for Technology Foundation (YTF) demonstrates that women-owned businesses are often excluded by micro-finance organizations
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(HuffPost) Community: A Focal Point to Inspire Passion for STEM Education in Girls
“Last week, I attended the 58th session of the Commission on the Status of Women at the invitation of the
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(HuffPost) Youth, Innovation and Entrepreneurship on My Mind: Off to the World Economic Forum 2014
“At the forum, I contributed to various discussions, including discussions on ‘creating opportunities for youth’ with the Rockefeller Foundation and
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(HuffPost) Nelson Mandela Taught Us the True Meaning of Social Entrepreneurship
“In David Bornstein’s, ‘How to Change the World, Social Entrepreneurs and the Power of New Ideas,’ Nelson Mandela provided a
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