The COVID-19 pandemic has affected small and medium enterprises (SMEs). To reduce the imapact, entrepreneurs and businesses have been advised to adopt pragmatic business models.
This was the main point at The Bridge Leadership Foundation virtual 10th Career Day Conference themed “The global economy: Adapting to the new normal”, held at the weekend.
She noted that digital technologies were a positive enabler during the pandemic, facilitating business continuity and connecting people. Mrs. Nwuneli said there was a need for strategic partnerships towards empowering young leaders, and a special focus on economic opportunities and gender equality, while supporting cross-sectoral initiatives.
Mrs. Nwuneli envisioned a generation of young leaders who would create prosperity. She said faith groups needed to contribute to the development of young leaders. He said about 54,000 youths had benefited from the capacity building and technological innovation training of the foundation since 2011.
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