What We Do

EYES Africa Initiative runs structured youth empowerment programmes across African schools, equipping young people with the skills, mindset, and networks to become tomorrow's leaders and entrepreneurs.

Our Activities

Comprehensive programmes designed to develop the next generation of African leaders

Study Tours

Educational trips that expose students to new environments and learning opportunities.

Team Training & Meetings

Capacity building sessions that equip participants with essential skills and knowledge.

Competitions

Engaging competitions that challenge creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.

School Projects

Hands-on projects that allow students to apply their learning to real-world challenges.

School Exchange Programme

Connecting schools across Africa for cultural exchange and collaborative learning.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Partnership programmes with organisations committed to youth development.

Secondary School Entrepreneurship Training and Exhibition

We take entrepreneurship education directly into secondary schools — equipping students with the mindset, skills, and confidence to identify opportunities and build solutions for their communities.

Secondary school entrepreneurship training session
Students participating in entrepreneurship workshop
Entrepreneurship training activities in progress
Young entrepreneurs at a secondary school training event

Leadership in Action

Watch our leadership engage with partners, institutions, and the broader entrepreneurship ecosystem across Africa and beyond.

Interview with MD of Shortan Equity Fund

An insightful conversation with the Managing Director of Shortan Equity Fund on funding, youth entrepreneurship, and building sustainable ventures in Africa.

Brunel University Entrepreneurship Training

EYES Africa leadership participates in entrepreneurship development training at Brunel University — bringing global best practices back to African youth.

Project Process Flow

Our structured approach ensures consistent delivery and maximum impact

01

Registration

02

Training of Trainers

03

Training of EYES Team Members

04

School Enterprise Activity Starts

05

Supervision by EYES Management Committee

06

Competition Starts

07

Selection Process Begins

08

Awards

09

Sustainable Business / New Project

Eligibility Criteria

Requirements for schools to participate in EYES programmes

01

Be a school located in Africa

02

Be a registered EYES member school

03

Have a viable, community-focused idea

Judging Criteria

How we evaluate projects and select winners

Feasibility

Impact Assessment

Relevance & Results

Innovation & Creativity

Integrity & Community Resources

Continuity

Use of Media