What We Do
Enterprise Development
Practical training, business incubation, and entrepreneurship support for young Africans.
Market Access & Growth
Connecting youth-led businesses to markets, funding opportunities, Investors and growth ecosystems.
Partnerships & Policy Engagement
Working with governments, private sector, and development partners to create enabling environments for youth enterprises.
Our Core Values
SMEs contribute over 80–90% of employment in many African economies. Youth-led enterprises are key drivers of innovation and local job creation. Improving SME growth rates has a direct link to poverty reduction and economic resilience. These are the motivators of our values which encompass the following:
- Youth-Centered Impact – Young people are at the heart of everything we do
- Practical Action – We prioritize solutions that work in real-world contexts
- Collaboration – Partnerships are essential to sustainable impact
- Integrity & Accountability – We operate with transparency and purpose
What Sets YAEP Apart
YAEP goes beyond awareness and inspiration. Our approach is designed to deliver measurable outcomes by combining entrepreneurship development, market access, and ecosystem partnerships.
We focus on long-term enterprise growth rather than short-term interventions, ensuring that youth-led businesses are positioned to create lasting economic value.