The nations of Africa face many challenges in their development efforts. Fundamental to addressing them is working to increase economic activity, particularly by promoting job skills and preparing young people for successful, long-term careers. The new collaboration will implement a multiple phase youth employment and entrepreneurship program. Phase I will begin immediately in Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, and expands on current IYF programs in each country. Under the agreement, Samsung will provide financial support and work with IYF to find ways to utilize its cutting-edge technology and expertise to help address the employment needs of Africa’s youth.
The proposed projects will have a lasting impact on thousands of young people on the African continent and present an opportunity through which Samsung’s local employees can be directly involved. “Samsung’s core philosophy is about devoting our talented people and technologies to produce the best products and services to contribute to global society,” said Chiwon Suh, President and CEO Samsung Middle East and Africa. “Through this partnership, we hope to empower Africa’s young people and help them fulfill their dreams and aspirations for a better future for themselves and their communities.”
“IYF believes that the core values of the Samsung Electronics are very well aligned with our own approach to youth development,” said IYF President and CEO, Bill Reese. “Samsung’s decision to highlight focus on youth unemployment for this initiative is insightful and visionary, and we are delighted to begin working with the Samsung team.”
