Nurturing the Next Generation ofEthiopian Entrepreneurs
The goal of this strategic initiative is to nurture an entrepreneurial mindset, creativity, and problem-solving skills among future youth from an early age, preparing them to become future innovators, horn entrepreneurs, leaders, and responsible change-makers. It aims to introduce children to entrepreneurship and life skills through fun, practical, and age-appropriate approaches that foster innovation, responsibility, and future readiness.
The main objectives of the initiative are:
Build entrepreneurial awareness
introduce children to the concepts of business, innovation, and value creation.
Enhance creativity and problem-solving
encourage children to generate and test ideas through playful, hands-on experiences.
Promote ethical values and responsibility
infuse integrity, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility.
Integrate support structures
engage parents, teachers, schools, and communities in fostering children’s entrepreneurial growth.
Competitions
Business pitch competitions to develop presentation skills and confidence.
Our Kidpreneurship Programs
We offer engaging programs designed for different age groups to foster entrepreneurial mindsets.
Junior Entrepreneurs (Ages 8-12)
Introduction to basic business concepts through fun activities, lemonade stands, and craft businesses.
Teen Innovators (Ages 13-17)
Advanced program focusing on business planning, market research, and launching small ventures.
School Entrepreneurship Clubs
Establishing and supporting entrepreneurship clubs in schools across Ethiopia with curriculum and mentorship.
Programs By Age Group
Our Kidpreneurship programs are tailored to different developmental stages.
Ages 6-8
Introduction to creativity, problem-solving, and basic money concepts through play-based learning.
Ages 9-12
Hands-on business experiences like lemonade stands, craft sales, and simple business models.
Ages 13-15
Developing business plans, understanding markets, and launching small ventures.
Ages 16-18
Advanced entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and support for scalable business ideas.
Upcoming Kidpreneurship Programs
| Program Name | Start Date | Age Group | Format | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Entrepreneurship Camp | July 10, 2023 | Ages 10-14 | In-person | Register |
| Young Innovators Workshop | July 15, 2023 | Ages 12-16 | Hybrid | Register |
| Parent-Child Business Challenge | August 5, 2023 | Ages 8-12 + Parents | In-person | Apply |
| Teen Business Pitch Competition | August 20, 2023 | Ages 14-18 | Hybrid | Apply |
| After-School Entrepreneurship Club | September 5, 2023 | Ages 10-15 | In-person | Register |
