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The Citizen
4 days ago
- Business
- The Citizen
University of Mpumalanga host Enactus preparation camp
The Enactus team has been in an intensive prepatory camp leading up to the 2025 Enactus South Africa National Exposition scheduled to take place at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) on Thursday, July 17. The Enactus team is committed to using entrepreneurial action to empower and change lives. They educate, inspire and support young people to use innovation and entrepreneurship to solve the world's biggest problems. According to the UMP's spokesperson, Tlangelani Ubisi, they selected a group of students who are enterprise owners, Enactus executive members, and project contributors, to attend the camp which is committed to advancing social impact through entrepreneurial action. ALSO READ: University of Mpumalanga finishes fifth overall at winter sports games The seven-day camp, hosted at UMP's Mbombela campus, was structured to foster focused collaboration, strategic refinement and presentation readiness. 'Participating students engaged in rigorous work sessions that encompass business modelling, project impact evaluation, presentation development, and team alignment activities,' Ubisi said. ALSO READ: Buffelspruit woman facilitates change, one stitch at a time The camp supported technical preparation, and encouraged innovation, leadership and a shared commitment to the values of Enactus. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Business Insider
14-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Enactus honours FCMB for youth-led social impact
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has been honoured with the Changemaker Collaboration Award by Enactus Nigeria for its support in helping young Nigerians grow as leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers. The award was presented in Lagos on July 3, 2025, at the 25th Anniversary Gala and Awards ceremony of Enactus Nigeria. The body empowers young leaders to drive social and economic change through innovative projects and is in over 30 tertiary institutions nationwide. Michael Ajayi, Country Manager of Enactus Nigeria, commended FCMB's consistent support and corporate vision, saying: "FCMB's unwavering commitment to the Enactus movement has gone beyond sponsorship—it is a true collaboration rooted in shared values of innovation, inclusion, and youth empowerment. The bank's belief in the potential of Nigerian students has helped us deliver measurable impact in dozens of communities. FCMB has shown what it means to be a changemaker, not just in word, but in action." At the event, FCMB reaffirmed its commitment to capacity building, innovation, and sustainable development. Omoniyi Iyanda, Head of CSR and Sustainability, who represented the bank, said: "We are honoured to receive this recognition from Enactus Nigeria, an organisation whose work aligns with FCMB's purpose of fostering inclusive and sustainable growth. Our partnership with Enactus reflects our belief in young Nigerians as catalysts for economic transformation. By equipping them with skills, resources, and a platform to lead social change, we are building a future where innovation drives prosperity for all." Over the years, FCMB has played a key role in helping Enactus Nigeria expand its impact across tertiary institutions by providing students with the tools, training, and support they need to develop innovative solutions to real community challenges. Through the annual Enactus Challenge, the Bank has supported students in discovering their potential and turning their ideas into practical, visible projects that drive sustainable development. These projects span clean energy, agribusiness, financial literacy, and gender equality. This recognition highlights FCMB's role as one of Nigeria's most socially responsible banks. Beyond CSR, the Bank drives entrepreneurship and community development by promoting economic inclusion, giving individuals and small businesses better access to financial tools, training, and growth opportunities.
Morocco World
12-07-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Enactus Morocco's SIF 2025: Youth-Driven Innovation Lights the Way to a Greener Future
Casablanca – A spark in Casablanca this week, and it's not just from the July sun. It's the spark of a new generation of young Moroccans turning sustainable ideas into powerful realities. At the Grand Mogador Hotel on Wednesday, the semi-finals of the 6th edition of the Sustainable Innovation Fest (SIF) unfolded with sharp ambition, entrepreneurial fire, and a promise: Morocco's future is not waiting, it's building. The event , organized by Enactus Morocco in partnership with SPARK as part of the EU-funded Green Forward initiative, gathered students from across the kingdom, 12 finalist teams out of 145 clubs, to compete for a chance to represent Morocco at the Enactus World Cup in Thailand. A marriage of vision and action to inspire change From the hotel lobby to the conference hall, the air was alive. Young entrepreneurs networked, practiced pitches, and swapped ideas, while inside, juries were briefed on their mission. The MC laid it out plainly: 'Innovation is not invention, it's action. Judge not just what was said, but what was done and what will surely be done.' He reminded jurors that Enactus doesn't interfere in projects but fosters growth through guidance. 'Be direct. Be fair. Push them to become great leaders.' And greatness followed. In League 1, FST Mohammedia opened with a vision to tackle student housing challenges through a three-pronged innovation: 'Aji Nkriw,' an affordable housing solution, 'CoTalib,' a student-centered consulting service, and 'NutriVital,' a line of sustainable snacks and eco-bags for youth. FP Larache followed with a powerful initiative: 'Tijwal,' a tourism platform reconnecting rural Morocco with visibility and economic opportunity. Their second project increased the market value of Moroccan salt production, raising prices from 1,000 MAD/ton ($100/ton) to 2,500 MAD/ton ($250/ton), and from 2.5 MAD/kg ($0.25/kg) to 92 MAD/kg ($9/kg), to benefit local craftsmen. But the spotlight belonged to ENSA Tangier, whose seamless presentation highlighted four distinct projects. From transforming textile waste into new crafts and upcycling fig leaves and flowers into teas, to a mental health platform rooted in social inclusion, the team embodied cross-sectoral sustainability, from circular economy to psychology. From the audience, students expressed admiration. 'Each team had a unique energy,' Yasmin, a Moroccan high schooler, told Morocco World News. 'The passion, the synergy, the presentations… unforgettable.' Her friend Marwa agreed: 'The way they pushed each other, the public speaking, it was beautiful to watch.' A Saudi college student in attendance echoed the sentiment: 'The organization was amazing. I was particularly inspired by the team tackling water pollution and the other pushing for economic growth in rural areas by supporting small companies there.' After a lunch break, the festival's tone shifted to reflection and collaboration with the Agora de l'Innovation, a cozy space designed for connection. Couches, stands of former Enactus projects, game stations, and a DJ playing in the background made it feel more like a campus than a competition. But in the heart of the room, critical conversations were taking place. Three roundtables focused on green tech, carbon footprint reduction, and seizing sustainability opportunities. 'Don't wait to be told what to do' The Agora's keynote came from Saad Abid, founder of Bahri Association, who delivered an emotional and action-driven speech. He began with the story of Mouad, a young boy who died after stepping on a tuna can at the beach, 'A victim of our pollution, our carelessness,' Saad expressed. He then challenged the youth in the room: 'Don't wait to be told what to do. Push for teaching kids to vote and take initiative in any way. Build Morocco. Build Moroccans.' 'Over 27 million people will die by 2050 due to climate change, and nearly a billion will be displaced,' warned Saad Abid. 'We must fight climate injustice, and stand for humanitarian causes like the Palestinian struggle. Build Morocco. Build Moroccans.' With those words, he ignited a room full of young changemakers. In a Q&A, Saad told MWN: 'Choose a field you love. Do it for free. For a cause. Keep doing it. Let your added value grow into purpose.' He closed with: 'Even if you fail, try. Even if they punch you in the face. Just start. Do it with intention. Be so great, others around you become great.' Gen Z's quest: clean and impactful Later, Jihane Maklouki, Marketing and Communications Head at Flormar, brought a corporate lens to sustainability in her speech. 'Gen Z is a clean generation,' she said. 'They look for clean products, clean lives, and clean impact. When we launched our limited edition green collection, it resonated so much we had to make it permanent.' Her advice? 'Be a change ambassador. Represent the change. Inspire the change.' As the event wrapped up with a live podcast and final roundtables, one thing was certain, this event wasn't only about the competition, it was rather a greater movement. As one participant from Enactus FSJES Ain Chok told MWN: 'I truly don't see this as a normal competition , it's one that pushes me to grow and develop my entrepreneurial spirit. Enactus taught me to believe in my ideas, my self-worth, and what I can do for society.' SIF 2025 is a stage for solutions. A classroom for collaboration. And a mirror reflecting a new Morocco led by the very people shaping it.
Hindustan Times
03-07-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
How young Delhiites are fighting plastic, bagging the right habit
Whether it's getting food delivered at your doorstep or carrying home groceries from the local market, plastic bags are a convenience that have continued to stay even after several attempts to make our lives plastic free. On International Plastic Bag Free Day, today, beating plastic pollution one bag at a time are some youngsters from Delhi-NCR. Overcoming challenges of growing plastic footprint on the environmental while coming up with sustainable options, here's how they are making continuous efforts to keep eco-friendly initiatives strong. Some environmentally-conscious residents of Delhi-NCR are stepping up to tackle the plastic problem at hand. From college campuses to community corners, a growing number of environmentally conscious souls are stepping up to tackle the plastic problem, not just through awareness drives but through real, hands-on action. At Delhi University(DU)'s Sri Venkateswara College, the Enactus team is targeting one of the most plastic-heavy industries: food. 'Through Project Fankaari, we're working to eliminate plastic bags used in food packaging and delivery,' shares Ujjwal Jain, a member, adding, 'We've teamed up with traditional potters to design food-grade terracotta packaging that's not only biodegradable but preserves food quality. These alternatives are about 95% recyclable. Apart from bags, eco-friendly salad and dip bowls, their product line is growing and so is their impact. As students, we believe we have the energy and creativity to imagine new ideas and innovative solutions,' says Ujjwal. 'And being part of the Enactus, we also feel a responsibility to lead by example and push our friends and other students on campus toward more conscious consumption.' Students of Sri Venkateswara College are working towards recycling plastic bags, used in food packaging, with the help of local potters. The sense of purpose is echoed by young volunteers who are busy making Eco Brick on educational campuses across NCR. 'Over the years, people have tried many ways to cut down on plastic bag use — charging for them, encouraging cloth bags — but most of those efforts fade quickly,' says Madhuri Varshney from a Dwarka-based NGO, Rise Foundation, adding, 'What we've realised is that real change happens when you make the solution interactive and fun. So we conduct drives at several colleges across Delhi University as well as schools. After each awareness session, the youngsters are given a task to collect plastic waste from their surroundings and tightly stuff plastic bottles with plastic bags and other often discarded plastics. These bottles are then used to make Eco Bricks. It's an activity that transforms waste into something useful. More importantly, it makes students more mindful of the plastic they use every day. When they submit these eco bricks to us, we use these to build benches and stools for communities, parks, schools, etc.' The Eco Bricks made out of plastic waste are being used to build benches and stools for community spaces. Meanwhile, Recycle Mela has been regularly popping up at College of Vocational Studies (CVS) and the Faculty of Law in DU. 'We also offer a chance to the city locals at various community centres to drop off plastic bags and single-use plastic items in exchange for eco-friendly products,' informs Ruby Makhija, from Why Waste Wednesday Foundation, which organises this mela to make plastic recycling more accessible and rewarding. She adds, 'Plastic bags are a big threat, not just because they clog landfills, but because animals chew on them and marine life ingests them. Through Recycle Mela, we make disposal easy and rewarding. We visit campuses where students hand in their plastic waste, and in return, we give them notebooks made from recycled paper, reusable cloth bags, even copier paper and more. Such a reward-based exchange not only motivates participation but also shows the hidden value of what one usually throw away. Our drive has now expanded to schools, corporate offices, and local communities, with support from MCD and NDMC. We want to make recycling feel accessible and cool, especially for the youth. Plus we update about upcoming mela on our social media, so anyone can find us and join in the initiative.' For more, follow @
Al Bawaba
27-06-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Bentley Systems, Enactus Launch 2025 iTwin4Good Challenge Amid Global Infrastructure Workforce Shortage
As the global infrastructure sector faces a critical workforce shortage, Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, and Enactus, a global nonprofit advancing student innovation and entrepreneurship, announce the start of the 2025 iTwin4Good Challenge. This international competition empowers university students to develop digital twin solutions to help address global infrastructure initiative comes at a pivotal time. In recent years, global infrastructure sectors have faced a critical workforce shortage, despite rising demand for better and more resilient infrastructure. For example, the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Research Institute reports that 49 percent of engineering firms face project backlogs of one year or more, while the construction industry is short more than 400,000 workers, according to the Associated Builders and iTwin4Good Challenge places students on a path to address workforce shortages by combining their passion for social and environmental impact with the power of digital technology. Through skills building and mentorship, the program brings together global talent to grow a new and diverse pipeline of future infrastructure leaders and solution developers. Students embark on a six-week program featuring technical training, mentorship from across Bentley, and the opportunity to get certified as an iTwin Developer Associate. Participants—competing solo or in teams of up to three—will use Bentley's iTwin platform to create apps that could drive positive environmental or social impact in their OverviewFrom June through October 2025, students from the U.S., Germany, Canada, the UK and Ireland (competing jointly), and Brazil will participate in national rounds. Top performers will present their solutions to a panel of industry experts, compete for cash prizes, and advance to a virtual "Champions of Champions" showdown, with the global winner earning the opportunity to attend the Enactus World Cup 2025 in Bangkok.'The iTwin4Good Challenge is more than a student competition, it's a catalyst for change and a strategic investment in the future of infrastructure,' said Chris Bradshaw, chief sustainability and education officer, Bentley Systems. 'By engaging young minds in real-world problem-solving and equipping the next generation with digital twin expertise, we're cultivating talent capable of addressing both today's infrastructure needs and tomorrow's sustainability challenges.'George Tsiatis, president & CEO, Enactus Global & Resolution Project added, 'This partnership exemplifies what we do best—empowering students to tackle real-world challenges through innovation and entrepreneurship. When young people combine cutting-edge technology with purpose-driven action, they don't just solve today's problems, they build the foundation for a more sustainable future.' This hands-on experience develops industry-ready professionals who can apply digital twin technology to solve real-world challenges, bridging the gap between academic learning and impactful infrastructure innovation. For a look at the initiative in action, watch the 2024 iTwin4Good Championship final presentations from Kazakhstan.
