Ethiopian Youth Entrepreneurs Association

Happy International Youth Day! On this International Youth Day, we celebrate the unstoppable drive and visionary spirit of young entrepreneurs who are actively rewriting our future. Our mission is built on turning that youthful energy into sustainable economic transformation, championing youth-led enterprises across every sector while advocating for policies that break down barriers to growth. To ensure young voices resonate where it matters most, we continue to build powerful platforms that amplify emerging perspectives, elevate bold ideas, and unlock global opportunities. Initiatives like our digital magazine ( The Catalyst ), Kena, and Zelela serve as dedicated spaces for creative dialogue, strategic alignment, and ecosystem connection. Today and every day, we stand fully committed to empowering young leaders as they shape a more prosperous tomorrow. Follow us on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 | 𝗡𝗼𝗮𝗵 𝗔𝗸𝗹𝗶𝗹𝘂 ​Securing game-changing capital without signing away a single share of your company is something you find once in a lifetime. Our Comms Manager, Noah, highlights why the Entrepreneurship World Cup is a rare strategic move for founders. Equity-free funding on this scale is exceptionally hard to come by, making EWC an unmatched opportunity to help you grow without diluting your ownership. ​In addition to the immediate non-dilutive capital, the competition also equips local founders with high-value perks, enterprise-grade software, and cloud infrastructure credits that significantly lower operational costs. For homegrown startups navigating tight resource constraints, these non-cash benefits provide the exact runway needed to build resilient tech infrastructure, optimize products, and reach profitability faster. ​If you are ready to fund your next growth phase while keeping 100% control of your vision, this is the opportunity you cannot afford to pass up. ​Should you have any inquiries related to the competition, you can reach out to us through: info@eyea.et ​Apply now: https://entrepreneurshipworldcup.com/apply-form/?utm_source=EYEA Follow us on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 | 𝗞𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘇 𝗞𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗲 Yes! The pitch is just the beginning. While taking the stage is a crucial moment for any startup, our Vice President emphasizes that the real value of the Entrepreneurship World Cup lies in what comes after. The competition isn't just a spotlight; but more like an engine designed to give high-potential ventures the fuel, credibility, and reach required to scale far beyond local borders. Pitching on this global stage forces you to refine your business model, stress-test your value proposition, and sharpen your execution alongside some of the sharpest young ventures in the world. Through our ecosystem partnership, we ensure you don't have to navigate this journey alone. We provide the localized support, community backing, and strategic guidance you need to stand out on the international stage and translate this momentum into sustainable growth. Act fast and apply now: https://entrepreneurshipworldcup.com/apply-form/?utm_source=EYEA Should you have any inquiries about the competition, please reach out to us at: info@eyea.et Follow us on your favorite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 | 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘆𝗮 𝗔𝗯𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗸𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗿 Every founder needs a stage where their traction speaks louder than their origin. ​That is what makes the Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 so significant. Our President, captured this best when she pointed out how EWC levels the playing field for the entire startup ecosystem. It creates an environment where an early concept and an established business have equal right to the spotlight, giving innovators the exact leverage they need to compete on an international scale. ​Beyond the pitch itself, the competition serves as a massive growth launchpad. Being part of EWC 2026 opens doors to equity-free funding, global investor networks, specialized mentorship, and international market expansion opportunities. Through our official ecosystem partnership, we are bringing this global opportunity directly to our network, ensuring local founders get the visibility, resources, and strategic connections needed to navigate international growth. If you are a founder looking to test your vision, secure resources, and position your venture in front of decision-makers worldwide, this is your signal to step up. The platform is ready for your story.  Apply now: https://entrepreneurshipworldcup.com/apply-form/?utm_source=EYEA Follow us on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

Exciting Opportunity from Ethiopia's National ID Program! ​Integrating with the Fayda API just got a whole lot easier for businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. ​Ethiopia's National ID Program has launched a new self-service Partner Portal (id.et/api) designed to streamline and speed up system integration for seamless electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) and trusted verification. ​What can you do on the Partner Portal? - Read detailed API guidelines and technical specifications to guide your integration. - Update and manage your organization’s registration details in one secure place. - Easily manage your organization’s Validation (OV) certificates. - Monitor your registration and integration status step-by-step. - Request an update to OIDC (Open ID Connect) Client ​If you are looking to scale, secure your verification processes, and integrate with the national ID infrastructure, head over to id.et/api to register today! ​💡 Have technical questions or need developer support? Join their Telegram group here: https://t.me/faydadevs Follow us on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

What is Entrepreneurial Competence, and how do we enable investment in it? Entrepreneurship is often discussed in terms of funding, but we need to ask a deeper question: Are entrepreneurs equipped with the competencies needed to create, grow, and sustain successful ventures? Entrepreneurial competence is the combination of knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors that enable individuals to identify opportunities, develop innovative solutions, mobilize resources, make informed decisions, and create sustainable value through entrepreneurship. It isn't only about starting a business but more about having the capacity to navigate uncertainty, understand markets, build strong teams, manage resources, attract investment, and scale impact. But developing entrepreneurial competence requires investment. So, how do we enable investment in entrepreneurial competence? ✅ By building quality entrepreneurship education and practical skills development programs ✅ By providing mentorship, coaching, and access to experienced networks ✅ By creating investment-readiness pathways that prepare entrepreneurs for capital ✅ By connecting founders with markets, technology, and strategic partnerships ✅ By building ecosystems where talent, capital, and opportunities can grow together The future of entrepreneurship depends not only on how much capital we provide, but also on how prepared entrepreneurs are to use that capital to create sustainable businesses and meaningful impact. A question for entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders: How can we build a future where investing in entrepreneurial competence is valued as much as investing in companies? Follow us on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

The Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 is officially underway, solidifying its place as one of the largest and most inclusive startup pitch competitions across the globe. ​Participating in this competition offers foundational benefits that stretch far beyond the massive $1M equity-free prize pool. For founders, the true value lies in the rapid acceleration of their business readiness. Stepping up to pitch forces teams to stress-test their value propositions and receive direct feedback from world-class judges, which is crucial for refining their growth strategy and scaling effectively. ​To see exactly how the competition unfolds, from the initial virtual stages to the live global finals in Riyadh, check out the full visual breakdown of key milestones in the attached photo. ​Head over to the official Entrepreneurship World Cup portal today, submit your application, and kickstart your journey toward life-changing growth and capital! ​Apply here: https://entrepreneurshipworldcup.com/apply-form/?utm_source=EYEA ​Follow us on your favorite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

IT'S HAPPENING! Ethiopia is launching its first-ever Capital Market Investor Day Expo, and we are inviting all our members to be part of it. This exclusive event will give you the chance to directly engage with major capital market players like the Ethiopian Capital Markets Authority and the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). The event is designed for immediate, practical action. Instead of just learning about the market, you can actually kickstart your journey by opening an investment account right on the spot. In addition to that, there is an exclusive opportunity for a direct individual session with the Director General for high-impact engagement on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry is completely free, and we strongly encourage our members to take advantage of this historic milestone. 🗓 : June 19 & 20 📍 : Addis Ababa Culture and Fine Arts Bureau Compound (near Flamingo Restaurant) Secure your free entry now via this link: https://forms.office.com/r/RTvzCL0uiv Follow us on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

Application deadline is now extended to August 31st! The application deadline for the Entrepreneurship World Cup has officially been extended to August 31st. This extension gives you the perfect window to fine-tune your pitch and secure your spot in one of the world's most impactful startup competitions. EWC is coming to you with $1M in equity-free cash prizes, mentorship from global leaders, investor access, and a path to scale in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region. ​Alongside the cash prizes, the top 100 finalists will receive world-class mentorship, direct networking opportunities with venture capitalists, and strategic support to help scale operations into fast-growing international markets. ​Do not let this extra time slip away. Head over to the official application portal, submit your details before the new deadline, and lock in your chance at the 1 million dollar prize pool. ​Apply here: https://entrepreneurshipworldcup.com/apply-form/?utm_source=EYEA ​Follow us on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et

Yesterday, the African Development Impact Forum at the UNECA hosted a vital, paradigm-shifting conversation centered on the theme, "𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩-𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘌𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘑𝘰𝘣𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘈𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢." Representing our association on the distinguished panel, our President, Samiya Abdulkadir, joined fellow guests to interrogate whether entrepreneurship is truly a reasonable pathway to creating jobs for Africa's youth, or if it must be reimagined as something far broader than mere employment. During the panel, she directly engaged with an active audience to address participant questions regarding proven models to solve high-growth bottlenecks, specifically outlining how to pilot actionable ecosystem solutions over the next 12 months. Grounded in our six years of ecosystem building, from the impact of our KENA and Zelela initiatives to mobilizing over 20,000 entrepreneurs, she presented our clear framework for what African youth actually need: moving away from fragmented donor projects and repetitive assessments toward a coordinated, collaborative ecosystem backed by real investment capital. She also detailed a concrete pilot roadmap for the coming year, mapping out the precise commitments required from key strategic partners to drive real business growth. In this model, the ECA will convene pilot countries and establish an accountability framework for ecosystem coordination, while the AfDB deploys its Enable Youth capital directly into investment-ready, EYEA-affiliated enterprises. Simultaneously, Afreximbank will open a dedicated trade finance window for growth-stage, youth-owned businesses across the pilot countries, leaving us to lead the central coordination, replication design, and the upcoming ADIF 2027 impact report. ​We want to thank UNECA for organizing such panels that shift the dialogue from mere discussion to tangible and systemic action. (𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵: 𝘜𝘕𝘌𝘊𝘈) Follow us on your favourite platform: https://linktr.ee/eyea.et