Since the launch of the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme in 2015, the Foundation has trained over 1.5 million young Africans on its digital hub, TEFConnect, and disbursed nearly USD$100 million in direct funding to over 18,000 African women and men, who have collectively created more than 400,000 direct and indirect jobs. The Foundation’s mission is rooted in Africapitalism, which positions the private sector, and most importantly entrepreneurs, as the catalyst for the social and economic development of the African continent. #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

Building the future of Africa has always been at the heart of the Tony Elumelu Foundation. 🌍 Before the launch of the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme in 2015, the Foundation had several initiatives that were focused on supporting entrepreneurship, enhancing competitiveness, policy interventions, and leadership development- while building the African philanthropic sector as a pioneer in the field. ✨Swipe for a look back at some of our early initiatives and impact from 2010-2015! #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

📷 A quick snapshot of #TEFImpact after 13 years of empowering young #AfricanEntrepreneurs across all 54 African countries. We are so proud of our #TEFAlumni across Africa who are making impact and creating a brighter future for Africa! 🌍 #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

This September, our CEO @somachichrisasoluka will deliver the keynote as the ANDE (@ande_aspen) Annual Conference 2023 comes to Africa for the first time ever in Accra, Ghana. “In the bustling world of African entrepreneurship, one name stands out as a beacon of hope and empowerment: Somachi Chris-Asoluka. As the CEO of The Tony Elumelu Foundation, she spearheads an organization that is transforming the lives of young African entrepreneurs across all 54 countries on the continent. Her mission? To democratize luck and increase access to opportunities. The Tony Elumelu Foundation has earned its reputation as a true African powerhouse dedicated to driving job creation, eradicating poverty, and empowering women economically. Chris-Asoluka's unwavering belief in the transformative power of entrepreneurship and the need to build supportive ecosystems aligns perfectly with the vision of the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs.” - ASPEN Networks of Development Entrepreneurs Click on the link in our bio to register and be a part of this exciting session! #EmpoweredByTEF #TEFinGhana 🇬🇭 #TEF2023

Hello #AfricanEntrepreneurs! 👋🏽 We are having a very interesting conversation on Threads and we will love to hear your thoughts on this topic. What are your thoughts on the future of work in Africa? How do you envision it transforming over the next decade? Share in the comments! 🔽 #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

🌍💻 Embracing Africa's Digital Revolution! In our latest thought leadership article, we explore how the Tony Elumelu Foundation is shaping the future of work on the continent. Discover how the Foundation is shaping Africa's future by equipping youth with digital skills, championing entrepreneurship, driving innovation, and advocating for favorable policies. Swipe to read the full article and feel free to share your thoughts in the comments! #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

More exciting updates from #TEFInRwanda! 🇷🇼🎉 ✨ Swipe to see photos from the ongoing 2023 TEFxUNDP Rwanda Aguka Entrepreneurship Programme Pitching Session happening now in Kigali! #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

📸 Capturing the essence of #TEFImpact! 🌍✨ The #TEFSquad had an incredible time visiting our amazing alumni, Blandine Umuziranenge, Founder of Kosmotive (@kosmotiverwanda) in Rwanda. Blandine's passion for improving reproductive, maternal, and child health in Rwanda and across Africa is truly inspiring! 🌟💪. Through the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme, Blandine's business has flourished, accessing additional funding and technical support opportunities that have propelled her mission forward. We're so proud to be part of her journey! She is also one of the 100 women TEF entrepreneurs to receive up to €50,000 in funding through our partnership with the European Union (@eu_partnerships) and OACPS (@africacarribbeanpacific). 💰🙌 Well done Blandine and the entire team @kosmotiverwanda! Continue to keep the #TEF flag flying #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023 #TEFInRwanda 🇷🇼

We are so excited to kick off the 2023 TEFxUNDP Aguka Pitching Session today in Kigali! 🥳🇷🇼👏🏽 Over 600 Rwandan entrepreneurs have undergone world-class business management training, honing their skills, and refining their ideas to drive lasting impact. 200 of these entrepreneurs have been shortlisted and will have the opportunity to showcase their businesses and pitch for a non-refundable seed capital! 💰 This opportunity is thanks to the Tony Elumelu Foundation’s partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (@undp @undpinrwanda), the Rwandan Ministry of Youth and Culture, and the European Union to empower additional entrepreneurs in Rwanda. 🇷🇼 We look forward to a successful pitching session today and tomorrow! 👏🏽 #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

The #TEFSquad take Rwanda! 🇷🇼🌍 The Tony Elumelu Foundation is in Rwanda for the 2022 TEFxUNDP Rwanda Pitching Session. 📍First Stop: We paid a Courtesy visit to the Minister for Youth in Rwanda, Hon Utumatwishima Jean Nepo Abdallah 🇷🇼. He applauded the impact of the Foundation in empowering young entrepreneurs in Rwanda and across Africa. We also conducted an onboarding session with the judges for the pitching session happening tomorrow. Good luck to all the Rwandan entrepreneurs who will be pitching their businesses tomorrow! 🇷🇼🙏🏽 #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

“I don't know of any other African philanthropy that has put entrepreneurship, working with SMEs & supporting SMEs from funding to training to professionalisation and making them bankable - on its agenda as a core value and core mandate. I find that very important and rare. It appealed to us, giving us the idea of finding a way to co-operate. The TEF mandate is aligned with what we do at DEG.” - Bernd Tilemann, Regional Director and Head of DEG's West Africa office. In 2021, The Tony Elumelu Foundation partnered with DEG, the German development financial institution supporting the private sector in emerging market countries to empower an additional 200 entrepreneurs across Africa. 🌍👏🏽 #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023

#AfricanEntreprneurs remember: It's not how much money you make that makes you rich; it's how you manage your money. 🌍 💪 By budgeting wisely, tracking your expenses, and making conscious financial decisions, you pave the way for long-term wealth creation. 📊🔑💸 Embrace a balanced lifestyle that aligns with your financial goals. Prioritise needs over wants, and focus on building a solid foundation for your business and personal finances. 💼🏡 #EmpoweredByTEF #TEF2023