The G20 Africa Day at the University of Mpumalanga was a powerful celebration of Africa’s new role as a leader in science and innovation. People from all walks of life students, scientists, and leaders gathered to share ideas and plan real actions that will help Africa grow its own technology and talent. The event showed how the continent is moving from just receiving help to shaping the future, with a strong focus on teamwork and local creativity. It was a hopeful day, full of energy and determination to build a brighter, homegrown future for Africa.
Championing African Innovation: Minister Stella Tembisa Ndabeni’s Blueprint for the Startup20 Era
Minister Stella Tembisa Ndabeni envisions a bright future for Africa where startups and small businesses thrive through strong support, fair access to finance, and green innovation. She wants to open doors for women, youth, and rural entrepreneurs by building better policies and connecting them to bigger markets locally and globally. Speaking at a major G20 event in Johannesburg, she called for teamwork and real action to ensure all African communities can grow and succeed. Her bold plan aims to make Africa a powerful, creative force in the world’s startup scene, lifting up everyone along the way.