Empowering Africa through Entrepreneurship & Innovation
We build capacity, spark collaboration, and drive sustainable development — one community at a time.
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Who We Are
The Development of Entrepreneurship and Poverty Alleviation (DEPA) Initiative
is a youth-led nonprofit committed to transforming lives through entrepreneurship development, financial literacy, skills training, and inclusive community programs.
We connect African youth, women, and men with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities they need to build sustainable businesses, create jobs, and lift communities out of poverty.
Our Core Programs
Digital & tech skill empowerment for youth and women
Health awareness and wellness for improved productivity
Multidisciplinary skill-building for entrepreneurs
Funding for start-ups, growth or expansion, investment, and business education
Community-based dialogue for social cohesion
Why We ExisT
Since our launch in 2025, we've:
Entrepreneurs Trained
Community programs Created
Persons benefited from our free liver function test, Hypatitis B test, and health programmes
Supported youth and women in building sustainable income streams
Connected grassroots change-makers with national and global platforms
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