An initiative of @PSF_Uganda in partnership with @MastercardFdn that aims to create 300,000 dignified work for young women and men in Uganda. #YoungAfricaWorks
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The guest of honor, Dr. @BalaamAteenyiDr is now inspecting stalls setup by the youth, at the #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
Here is a gentleman making wine out of mushrooms | @PSF_Uganda
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The @PSF_Uganda is celebrating the PSFU-LFS project's achievements, creating 281,961 employment opportunities for youth in Uganda!
Their fifth and final year review meeting highlights successes, challenges, and the way forward for fostering collaboration and sustainable impact together! #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
Catch the broadcast live of the
@PSF_Uganda 2nd #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting of the year ongoing at @KampalaSerena.
Link: youtube.com/live/oBiaa_vlk5Q…
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Hon. @BalaamAteenyiDr is now inspecting a gentleman who is making electric bikes & has an entire team of youth behind him #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
@PSF_Uganda | @MastercardFdn
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"Our main responsibility is to maintain a continuous conversation with the government, pushing for a business-friendly environment that fosters economic growth, job creation, and wealth generation."
- Mr. @StephenAsiimwe3 CEO, @PSF_Uganda
#LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
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''We also implement projects often in partnership with the government, focused on stimulating job creation and enhancing the overall business ecosystem in Uganda.'' - Mr. @StephenAsiimwe3 CEO, @PSF_Uganda #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
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Furthermore, he highlighted the fact that @PSF_Uganda supports MSMEs through various initiatives such as product development, market access, technology adoption and skills training.
#LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
@LFS_PSFU @MastercardFdn @SarahKagingo
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He also mentioned that @PSF_Uganda executes projects, often on behalf of @GovUganda aimed at job creation and improving the business climate in the country.
#LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
@LFS_PSFU @MastercardFdn @SarahKagingo @APMUYANJA
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. @PSF_Uganda is this afternoon holding its 2nd #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting of the year @KampalaSerena. The joint gathering is bringing together representation from key partners to review progress, reflect on project performance, lessons, best practices & celebrate youth progress.
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This project targets Lead Firms and their associated value chains, focusing on high-value products, to comprehensively address their specific growth challenges, as well as those of smaller enterprises and households businesses. #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
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“Recently, my team in Ntinda receive money from the National Youth Council, which was later canceled. We later refunded the money because the event didn’t happen.” - @BalaamAteenyiDr as he talks about honesty in business dealings #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
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The guest of honor, Dr. @BalaamAteenyiDr Barugahara, Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs arrives for the #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting Project review meeting...
That’s a testament to government and private sector collaboration Project review meeting...
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@Mglsd_UG is committed to reducing youth unemployment through various initiatives, promoting skills development, entrepreneurship, & employment opportunities to drive Uganda's devt, but we can only fasten this through collaborations, Hon. Balaam added.#LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
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Project performance highlights!
Our MEL Lead presents the key achievements, impacts, and challenges of the PSFU-LFS project. This session celebrates our results and promotes a spirit of togetherness. We acknowledge the milestones we've reached! #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
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🎙️ @StephenAsiimwe3 #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
Our strategic focus remains centered on:
• Advocacy and Policy Dialogue
• Nurturing key sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism through targeted interventions and capacity building.
• Prioritizing inclusivity in our initiatives to ensure equitable participation and benefit across gender and demographic lines
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"We also empower Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) through various programs, including product innovation, market expansion, technology integration, and capacity building."
-Mr. @StephenAsiimwe3 CEO, @PSF_Uganda
#LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
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The LFS project is in its 5th & final year of implementation since inception in December 2019 and has so far registered;
- 188,827 (63% Female)
- Transitioned 136,408 (63.6 Female) youth into work.
Here are some youth testimonies
#LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting @PSF_Uganda
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Collaborative Networks for Youth Success! 👥
The LFS project's joint quarterly review meeting provides a platform for PSFU and Lead Firm partners to reflect on project performance, share best practices, and plan for future success. Together, we build stronger networks to sustain employment opportunities for Ugandan youth. #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
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In his capacity as Guest of Honor, @BalaamAteenyiDr has opened his remarks at the #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting by appreciating PSFU for the invaluable efforts of @LFS_PSFU & commended the @MastercardFdn for pioneering the project’s implementation & alleviating youth unemployment.
. @PSF_Uganda is this afternoon holding its 2nd #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting of the year @KampalaSerena. The joint gathering is bringing together representation from key partners to review progress, reflect on project performance, lessons, best practices & celebrate youth progress.
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This afternoon, at Serena Hotel @PSF_Uganda will be holding the #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting
They are to review the project progress towards achievement of its goals as well as identify obstacles that may hinder sustainability of the jobs created
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"We launched the Young Africa works strategy which drives our work in Africa. Through this we aspire to enable 30 million young people to access dignified and fulfilling job opportunities. We want 70% to be women" #LFSQuarterlyReviewMeeting