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Youth Entrepreneurs Network-Liberia, Benson Street, Monrovia (2026)

02/09/2026

HER VOICE. HER JOURNEY. HER BUSINESS. HER IMPACT.

At the Female Entrepreneurs Summit 2026, we didn’t just talk about women in business—we created space for women to share their stories, challenges, lessons, breakthroughs, and aspirations.

From navigating the realities of entrepreneurship to building brands, accessing markets, embracing technology, and creating opportunities, these women reminded us that behind every growing business is a story of courage, resilience, faith, and determination.

Hear directly from a few of the incredible women who joined us at as they share what the experience meant to them and the lessons they are taking forward.

Their voices matter.
Their businesses matter.
Their stories matter.

Because when women are empowered to build and grow, communities grow, economies grow, and possibilities expand.

Celebrating Women. Building Businesses. Expanding Opportunities.

31/08/2026

Turning Ideas into Opportunities. Building Businesses for the Future.

Over the weekend, the Youth Entrepreneurs Network-Liberia (YEN-Liberia) joined Edustad-Liberia and Orange Digital Center in a strategic partnership to support the Cohort 10 Final Presentation & Business Pitching Competition.

The event was a powerful demonstration of what happens when practical learning meets entrepreneurship, innovation, and opportunity.
Eight business groups stepped forward to pitch ideas across food, agriculture, technology, skincare, creative development, internet access, investment, and innovation. Each team had the opportunity to transform their ideas into compelling business conversations and demonstrate their potential to create value and opportunities.

While two teams received startup support, every participant walked away with something valuable—the confidence, experience, and exposure needed to take their ideas a step closer to becoming sustainable businesses.

At YEN-Liberia, we believe that supporting young entrepreneurs goes beyond training. It means creating platforms where young people can pitch, connect, access opportunities, receive mentorship, and turn ideas into viable enterprises.
We are proud to partner with EduSTAD-Liberia and Orange Digital Center in nurturing the next generation of Liberian entrepreneurs.
Together, we are building an ecosystem where ideas can grow, businesses can thrive, and young entrepreneurs can create opportunities for others.

28/08/2026

🚀 𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖, 𝐁𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐒 𝐆𝐎 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐋𝐄!

The stage is set at the Orange Digital Center as seven business groups go head-to-head at the 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝟏𝟎 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 Youth Entrepreneurs Network-Liberia 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤

From 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞, 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞, these emerging entrepreneurs have spent weeks developing ideas, building business models and preparing to prove that their businesses can solve real problems.

🏆 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐃 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝟏𝟎?

📍 Orange Digital Center
📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Seven teams. Seven ideas. One stage. One Business Prize.
The future of entrepreneurship is ready to pitch.

26/08/2026

From Ideas to Markets: Voice, Visibility and Growth.
The Youth Entrepreneurs Network-Liberia, in partnership with GROW Liberia, Liberia Chamber of Commerce and Young Business Leaders Club convened a Symposium today on Lessons for MSMEs Growth under the theme:
“Translating Knowledge from the Ghana Study Mission into Innovation, Value Addition and Competitive Liberian MSMEs.”
The symposium provided an important platform to reflect on the lessons from the Ghana Study Mission and, most importantly, explore how those lessons can be translated into practical actions for the growth of MSMES in Liberia.
The Ghana mission demonstrated that competitive MSMEs do not grow through isolated interventions. They thrive when connected to a strong ecosystem that brings together research and innovation, export promotion, quality assurance, access to finance, agribusiness, value addition, market linkages and coordinated public-private support.
During the symposium, members of the panel—all participants of the Ghana Study Mission—shared their experiences, key lessons, challenges and opportunities identified during the mission. The discussions focused on developing homegrown solutions, strengthening business networks, improving market access and ensuring that the knowledge gained translates into sustainable opportunities for Liberian MSMEs.
As the Grow 2 project has closed, the conversation must not end. The task ahead is to turn lessons into action, build stronger partnerships, amplify the voices of entrepreneurs and create a clearer policy pathway for youth and women entrepreneurs.
From ideas to markets. From knowledge to innovation. From lessons to action.
Together, we can build more competitive, resilient and market-ready Liberian MSMEs. 🇱🇷

22/08/2026

FES 2026 Highlights
A glimpse into the energy, inspiration, connections, and unforgettable moments from the Female Entrepreneurs Summit 2026 (FES 2026).
From powerful conversations and practical learning to networking, mentorship, business pitches, and new opportunities—FES 2026 brought together women who are building businesses, creating impact, and driving economic growth.
This is more than a highlight video—it is a reflection of what happens when women come together to learn, connect, collaborate, and grow.

Thank you to our speakers, partners, exhibitors, mentors, participants, sponsors, and the entire organizing team for making FES 2026 a success.
Celebrating Women. Building Businesses. Expanding Opportunities.

20/08/2026

Yesterday. FROM LEARNING TO ACTION!
Day 3 marked a powerful conclusion to the “Coffee as a Business” Youth Seminar in Careysburg, Montserrado County—bringing together learning, reflection, action, and a renewed commitment to building Liberia’s coffee sector.
The day began with the young participants developing, writing, and submitting their personal action plans—turning the knowledge and inspiration gained throughout the seminar into practical steps they can take to explore and pursue opportunities within the coffee value chain.
We also toured ARJAY’s Coffee Factory, where participants gained further insight into coffee processing and had the opportunity to experience coffee tasting, appreciating the quality, diversity, and potential of Liberian coffee.

The seminar concluded with a strong commitment from key stakeholders to work together in creating more opportunities for young people in the coffee sector.
Representatives from the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), International Trade Centre (ITC), Youth Entrepreneurs Network-Liberia (YEN-Liberia), Farmers Union Network Liberia (FUNL), and the Liberia Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (LACRA) made commitments to strengthen collaboration and support initiatives that will encourage more young people to enter, innovate, invest, and build sustainable businesses within Liberia’s coffee industry.
As YEN-Liberia, we are excited about the possibilities ahead. We believe that when young people are equipped with the right knowledge, networks, mentorship, market opportunities, and support, they can become powerful drivers of transformation in Liberia’s agricultural economy.
The seminar may be over, but the journey is just beginning.
Many thanks to the International Trade Centre, Farmers Union Network Liberia, and the European Union in Liberia for the invitation.
Thanks also to the CEO of ARJAY’S Farm Inc for the gift(Coffee) to everyone.
From Coffee as a Beverage to Coffee as a Business.

From Learning to Action.
From Potential to Opportunity.
Let’s build a stronger, more competitive and youth-driven coffee industry in Liberia.

19/08/2026

Yesterday. DAY 2 | COFFEE AS A BUSINESS

Day 2 of the “Coffee as a Business” Youth Seminar in Careysburg, Montserrado County, was a powerful day of learning, practical exposure, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
We went deeper into Coffee Commodity Regulation in Liberia, exploring the opportunities and challenges within the sector, followed by group presentations on Coffee as a Business for Youth.

One of the highlights of the day was our visit to ARJAY’S Farm, where we had the opportunity to witness firsthand coffee processing techniques, quality management, practical processing demonstrations, and a tour of the coffee processing facility. Seeing the journey from the farm to a marketable product reinforced an important lesson: there is business at every stage of the coffee value chain.

We also explored the possibilities of coffee diversification through an insightful presentation by the CEO of Brisco Inc., challenging us to think beyond the traditional cup of coffee and ask: What else can we create with coffee?
The day concluded with an exciting group pitching session, where young participants presented innovative coffee business ideas developed from the lessons and experiences of the seminar.

18/08/2026

Yesterday. The President of the Youth Entrepreneurs Network-Liberia honored an invitation from the International Trade Centre (ITC) and Farmers Union Network Liberia (FUNL) to serve as a Special Guest and to participate in the "Coffee as a Business" Youth Seminar ongoing in Careysburg, Monsterrado County under the EU-ACP Support to Business-Friendly Coffee Programme, from August 17-19, 2026.
The EU-ACP Support to Business-Friendly Coffee Programme is implemented by ITC, FUNL and Ministry of Agriculture. The project seeks to revitalize Liberia's coffee sector by strengthening production systems, promoting value addition, and enhancing the competitiveness of Liberian coffee. As part of these efforts, the programme recognizes the critical role of young people in ensuring the long-term sustainability and growth of the coffee industry.
During the opening ceremony, the President made Special remarks on behalf of YEN-LIBERIA. During his remarks, he appreciated the International Trade Centre, the European Union in Liberia and the Farmers Union Network Liberia for the invitation. He used the occasion inspire young people at the event to see coffee as a business and not just a beverage or an ordinary drink.
He encouraged the participants that coffee is a huge global economic product and the second most traded physical commodity in the world. Beyond a simple morning drink, it supports a complex multi-billion-dollar value chain spanning agriculture, international shipping, advanced manufacturing, and social retail experiences.

The President was accompanied by the CEO of Jere's Gari, Jerena Binda and the CEO of Faith Natural Juice, Dwah Faith Massaquoi.

17/08/2026

FACILITATOR HIGHLIGHT | FES 2026

We proudly highlight Wilcom Duncan, a valued Advisory Board Member of the Youth Entrepreneurs Network-Liberia and one of our impactful facilitators at the Female Entrepreneurs Summit 2026.

Wilcom led an insightful Business Growth Masterclass: “From Enterprise Survival to Sustainable Growth — Leadership, Systems and Strategic Planning,” equipping women entrepreneurs with practical strategies to strengthen leadership, build effective systems, and scale sustainably.
Thank you, Wilcom, for your continued leadership, expertise, and commitment to advancing entrepreneurship in Liberia! 👏🏾

14/08/2026

EXCELLENCE IN MENTORSHIP AWARD!

What an incredible honor and a beautiful way to celebrate the impact of our work!
At the close-out ceremony of the UNIDO GROW 2 Project, the Youth Entrepreneurs Network-Liberia (YEN-Liberia) was honored with the Excellence in Mentorship Award.

This recognition is deeply meaningful because mentorship has always been at the heart of our mission to inspire, equip, support, connect, and empower the next generation of Liberian entrepreneurs.

We receive this award with deep gratitude and humility, recognizing that it is not just a recognition of an organization, but a celebration of the entrepreneurs, MSMEs, mentors, partners, and team members who have allowed us to walk alongside them on their entrepreneurial journeys.

A special thank you to UNIDO GROW 2 for believing in our work, entrusting us with opportunities to support entrepreneurs, and recognizing our contribution to building stronger and more resilient businesses in Liberia.
This award inspires us to do even more.
We mentor. We empower. We build. We connect. We create impact.

YEN-Liberia — Building the Next Generation of Liberian Entrepreneurs. 🇱🇷

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