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Role confirmed for local green entrepreneurs in economic recovery, just transition

There are a number of opportunities for local green entrepreneurs in South Africa and they can play a pivotal role in the country’s economic recovery and just energy transition; however, it is imperative that challenges in the ecosystem be addressed and for support for participants to be bolstered.

Below are a few initiatives that are including support for local green

  • The Future Females Business School, female Inclusion
  • Indalo Inclusive Entrepreneurs, black-owned inclusion
  • Youth Bridge Trust, youth inclusion
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