Youth Empowerment

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Young Nigerian entrepreneurs participating in a mentorship session at a modern co-working space, symbolizing innovation and collaboration.

SMEDAN launches mentorship for 100,000, funding for 52 yearly

Each year, SMEDAN aims to support over 100,000 young Nigerian entrepreneurs, yet only 52 of them will receive direct seed funding of ₦250,000 through its new BRYNE program's weekly hackathon.

Jenna Wallace·August 15, 2026

A young, diverse entrepreneur intently focused on a glowing holographic screen, surrounded by abstract AI data visualizations, symbolizing innovation and the future of work.

Entrepreneurship

Roblox Product Lead Peter Yang Advocates Skipping College to Start Businesses

Roblox product lead Peter Yang advocates for young people to bypass traditional college and corporate paths, urging them to focus on entrepreneurship instead. He believes artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing the employment landscape, creating new opportunities for lean, impactful companies.

Jenna Wallace·April 8, 2026