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Mbulelo Mpofu, [email protected] 

MR Nkosana George Mazibisa, who recently partnered with the African Union (AU) to host the Climate Change and Entrepreneurship Symposium, is now making a bold move to highlight Africa’s burgeoning entrepreneurial landscape. 

The initiative aims to bring attention to the innovative and dynamic business environment in Africa, showcasing the continent’s potential for growth and development. By focusing on entrepreneurship, Mr Mazibisa hopes to inspire and empower a new generation of African business leaders to drive economic progress and sustainability in the face of climate challenges.

The visionary behind the acclaimed Hustlers Summit, Mr Mazibisa is set to embark on a ground-breaking entrepreneurship speaking tour across the United States. 

Over two months, Mazibisa will traverse five states, sharing his insights and igniting discussions around the immense investment opportunities that await savvy investors on the African continent. 

As a seasoned entrepreneur, Mr Mazibisa has long championed the transformative power of entrepreneurship in driving economic and social progress in Africa. 

Through his Hustlers Summit events, he has built a formidable network of change-makers, investors, and policymakers aimed at unlocking the vast potential of the African entrepreneurial ecosystem.

“Africa is the final frontier for global economic growth. The continent is teeming with innovative start-ups, disruptive technologies, and visionary founders who are poised to transform industries and reshape the future. 

“This tour is our chance to showcase the continent’s investment-worthy prospects and inspire a new wave of impact-driven capital,” said Mr Mazibisa.

His tour in the US covers Pennsylvania, New York, Washington, California, and Florida during which he will delve into a range of pertinent topics covering the impact of investing in Africa, and the challenges and opportunities faced by African entrepreneurs. 

Mr Mazibisa will share case studies of successful African ventures, highlight promising sectors ripe for investment, and provide practical insights in terms of navigating the complexities of doing business on the continent. 

The tour’s significance extends far beyond mere knowledge-sharing. It serves as a crucial platform for forging meaningful connections and unlocking tangible investment opportunities. 

“We’re not just talking about the theory of Africa’s investment potential. We are creating real-world pathways for investors to directly participate in the continent’s growth story,” said Mr Mazibisa.

Through a series of exclusive networking events, investor fora, and dinners, the tour will facilitate direct interactions between Mr Mazibisa’s network of African entrepreneurs, the diaspora community, and investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with opportunities. 

“The tour will bring together the movers and shakers of the African investment landscape,” Mr Mazibisa said. 

The benefits of the tour extend beyond just the investors. African banks, too, stand to gain tremendously from Mr Mazibisa’s speaking engagements. 

“By engaging with the tour, African banks can expand their customer base, attract new client segments, and position themselves as trusted partners in facilitating cross-border investments,” he said.

“The tour will help them showcase their expertise in impact investing, strengthen diaspora engagement, and develop tailored financial products to cater to the needs of entrepreneurs and investors alike.”

As Mr Mazibisa embarks on this transformative entrepreneurship speaking tour, the stage is set for a seismic shift in the global investment landscape. 

@MbuleloMpofu