By Peter Okoro
The Founder/CEO of Chybee Entrepreneurship Foundation For Women And Youths, Lady Amb.Chinyere Miriam Chukwudi Zimako, has stated that the mission of the Chybee Entrepreneurship Foundation goes beyond entrepreneurship to building confidence, creating opportunities and empowering a new generation of African youths and women.
She made the remarks during the African Festival of Culture and Empowerment held at the Multi-Purpose Hall of Orchid Hotel, Asaba, Delta State. The event featured fashion exhibitions, grant presentations and AFCE Awards, attracting participants from different backgrounds.
Speaking during her opening remarks, Zimako said the foundation is committed to helping women and youths develop the tools and resources needed to grow sustainable businesses and become self-reliant.
As part of the programme, over 50 beneficiaries received business grants of ₦100,000 each to support their entrepreneurial ventures.
The empowerment initiative was followed by a mentoring and training session held at the NUJ Secretariat in Asaba, where representatives of Finnish high-tech company FENNORICA Oy trained participants on how to improve their businesses through modern technology and innovation.
The event also celebrated African heritage through a colourful fashion parade showcasing culture, creativity and unity. Zimako emphasized that culture remains a powerful tool for promoting peace, preserving identity and strengthening communities across Africa.
She encouraged young Africans not to allow their backgrounds to limit their future ambitions, while reaffirming the foundation’s vision of empowering one million women and youths across the continent.
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Chinyere Zimako, Chybee Foundation, Women Empowerment, Youth Empowerment, Asaba, Delta State, African Festival of Culture and Empowerment, Grants, Entrepreneurship, FENNORICA Oy, African Culture, Business Training, Africa Development
