Entrepreneurship Train starts rolling

JOHN CHAAMBWA
Lusaka

THE Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises Development has endorsed the first-ever Entrepreneurship Train initiative by Zambia Governance Foundation (ZGF).
Zambia Entrepreneurship Train is a unique mobile learning programme, in which business owners travel by train from Lusaka to Livingstone to receive professional mentorship.
A group of young entrepreneurs were over the weekend expected to travel to Livingstone for the mentorship programme.
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) director Pamela Chilungoma said entrepreneurship remains one of the most important drivers of economic growth, job creation and community development in Zambia.
“To the entrepreneurs who have been selectedfor this unique experience, maximise the opportunity.
This initiative creates space for you to build practical skills, connect with mentors, share ideas and explore business opportunities,” Ms Chilungoma said.
To support market access, the ministry facilitates exhibitions in partnership with the private sector for enterprises during major public holidays, providing entrepreneurs with opportunities to showcase and sell their products.
ZGF board chairperson Beatrice Grillo said the Entrepreneurship Train is a platform that brings learning, mentorship, inspiration and connection directly to young entrepreneurs while celebrating the communities and destinations that make Zambia unique….https://enews.daily-mail.co.zm/welcome/home