The Innovation Village – NextWave
Status
active
Period
2022 - 2026
In Partnership With
The Innovation Village is a launchpad for entrepreneurs and innovators who are working to solve the most pressing challenges using technology. In partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, the Innovation Village is implementing the NextWave program — a sustainable market-led intervention that enables regional spaces for entrepreneurs to innovate, collaborate, and access the tools required for them to build viable businesses.
Target Impact
Connect 60,000 young people with opportunities in the creative industry, while concurrently facilitating access to job opportunities for 100,000 more young individuals.
Impact to Date
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5
Established five business innovation hubs across the country.
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42,000
young people have been reached through entrepreneurship training and the provision of space for innovation.
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11,000
young people have accessed job opportunities
Partnership Focus
Set up and develop regional business hubs / safe spaces across the country.
Support business start-ups through seed funding.
Support business growth.