Moloi-Motsepe on role of philanthropy in advancing African businesses
The need for good governance and proactive investments by philanthropic organizations can lift Africa from the global economic challenges. CNBC Africa’s Fifi Peters spoke to Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe, Co-Founder & CEO, The Motsepe Foundation on the side-lines of WEF.
Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:37:08 GMT
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- The importance of trust and proactive investments in advancing African businesses
- Collaborative efforts among philanthropic organizations, private sector, government, and civil society to address challenges such as climate change and unemployment
- Emphasis on tangible actions and opportunities through education, digital skills training, and green technologies for meaningful youth employment
Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe, the CEO and Co-Founder of The Motsepe Foundation, recently discussed the crucial role of African philanthropies in advancing businesses on the continent in an exclusive interview with CNBC Africa's Fifi Peters at the World Economic Forum (WEF). The conversation shed light on the importance of trust, proactive investments, and collaborative efforts among philanthropic organizations, the private sector, government, and civil society to address pressing challenges such as climate change and unemployment. Dr. Moloi-Motsepe emphasized the need for tangible actions to accompany promises made by governments and businesses, particularly in the context of job creation and youth empowerment in Africa. Her insights from the Global Future Council for job creation highlighted the urgency of creating opportunities through education, digital skills training, and green technologies to ensure meaningful employment for young people on the continent. The interview underscored the critical role of philanthropy in driving sustainable development and economic growth in Africa.