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Young Africa Enterprise Project
December 9, 2025
YOUNG AFRICA
ENTERPRISE
PROJECT
Empowering Young Africans to Build Sustainable Enterprises and Shape the Future of Africa!
YAEP's First Cohort Starts 1st of April, 2026.
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YAEP
Where African Ideas Grow, Scale, and Go Global.
The Young Africa Enterprise Project (YAEP) is a flagship initiative of AFRINYPE in partnership with Stars-Like-Us, designed to strengthen international cooperation, unlock new market opportunities, and connect Africa’s young entrepreneurs with global investors and partners.
BENEFITS
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN YAEP
Are you an ambitious African youth with a product or idea ready for the world?
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ACCESS GLOBAL MARKET
Step into a continental stage where your business meets global buyers, partners, and collaborators. Gain the visibility, exposure, and opportunities needed to scale beyond borders and position your brand for international growth.
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CONNECT WITH INVESTORS
Meet local and international investors actively seeking high-potential African enterprises. Build strategic relationships, pitch your ideas, and unlock funding pathways that turn your vision into scalable, investor-ready opportunities.
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SECURE BUSINESS GRANTS
Access curated grant opportunities designed to equip young entrepreneurs with the financial boost needed to start, grow, or scale. Join sessions that simplify grant application processes and connect you with real funding prospects.
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ENJOY BUSINESS MENTORSHIP
Learn directly from industry experts, founders, and thought leaders who understand Africa’s business landscape. Gain practical insights, clarity, and guidance that accelerate your entrepreneurial journey and strengthen your competitive advantage.
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MEET POTENTIAL CLIENTS
Connect with hundreds of entrepreneurs, decision-makers, and organizations seeking products and services like yours. Build meaningful relationships, generate leads, and expand your customer base across Africa and the Diaspora.
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ATTEND 2026 SUMMIT
Hear from influential voices who are shaping Africa’s economic future – innovators, policymakers, investors, and trailblazers sharing strategies, stories, and solutions that inspire bold thinking and future-driven action.
ATTEND 2026 SUMMIT
The Young Africa Enterprise Summit & Expo creates a powerful platform where entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders connect to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and accelerate enterprise growth. By equipping young founders with the right exposure, support, and opportunities, the Summit aims to unlock Africa’s competitive edge and drive sustainable, inclusive development.
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