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Sage Africa focuses on economic empowerment of youth in Kenya through apprenticeship in technical and vocational skills, and training and mentoring in entrepreneurship and life skills.
In addition, the youth receive continuous support and linkage to finances, group saving opportunities, markets, partnerships, and networks.
FUNZI
FUNZI is derived from a Kiswahili word Uanafunzi which means apprenticeship.
Sage Africa FUNZI Program connects unemployed and unskilled youth (mentees) with skilled and experienced entrepreneurs (mentors) for on-the-job training and mentoring in technical and vocational skills.
The apprenticeship takes place under the supervision and guidance of experienced mentors. The youth have the opportunity to choose between employment or entrepreneurship. Those who take the entrepreneurship track are supported to develop business plans and to receive funding to start their own Micro and Small Enterprises.
AMALI
AMALI is derived from a Kiswahili word Ujasiriamali which means entrepreneurship.
The youth are equipped with necessary entrepreneurial skills through a series of training workshops and ongoing mentoring. The AMALI program aims at creating a positive ripple effect through youth entrepreneurship. The youth are empowered to become successful entrepreneurs who employ and mentor other youth that also become entrepreneurs. The multiplier effect of this strategy is expected to see many youths empowered not only to empower others but also to be change makers and drivers of the economy.
NAWIRI
NAWIRI is a Swahili word which means to thrive.
The NAWIRI program trains and mentors youth in life skills needed to thrive both in business and in life. These skills foster positive youth development and allow youth entrepreneurs to share ideas, connect with clients, partners, and customers, and generally thrive in all spheres of life.
Life skills training prepares young people to fulfill their potential as confident, responsible team players who can succeed in creating their own opportunities or in the workforce.