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HOW EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY CAN PLAY A CRUCIAL ROLE IN POVERTY ALLEVIATION
Poverty alleviation in rural areas of Africa has been an ongoing challenge for many years.
Although progress has been made in some areas, there is still a significant gap in access to education and technology, which can help alleviate poverty.…

RICH VS POOR MINDSET: WHY IT MATTERS
Individuals with a rich mindset tend to have a positive attitude towards money and believe that there are plenty of resources and opportunities available to them. They are optimistic and view obstacles as opportunities to grow and learn,…

HARNESSING THE POWER OF ENTREPRENEURS TOWARDS SOCIETAL GOOD
Entrepreneurship has the potential to be a powerful vehicle for ending poverty and uplifting individuals and communities economically. Let us explore a few ways in which entrepreneurship can contribute to poverty reduction, job creation, economic…

Financial Literacy as a Path Towards Self-Reliance
What Is Financial Literacy?
Financial literacy is the ability to understand and manage one's finances effectively. It is essential for individuals to develop financial literacy skills, especially in today's economy, where financial literacy…

PREPARING FOR ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL BUSINESS DISRUPTIONS
As a start-up entrepreneur, I had to overcome a myriad of unexpected developments that frankly seemed like they were tailor made to finish my business. I faced internal issues such as competition, staffing problems, lack of planning and different…

ANOTHER LOOK AT FINANCIAL LITERACY
ANOTHER LOOK AT FINANCIAL LITERACY
Over the past year, I have engaged with hundreds of people about their finances. From people in the high-income bracket looking to build high-value portfolios to unemployed people drenched…

LESSONS FROM MY EARLY YEARS
How To Hit the Ground Running
As an entrepreneur, I have learned many valuable business lessons throughout my early years in the industry. The first and most important lesson is that having a clear vision and mission statement is crucial…

THE SUCCESS YARDSTICK
Success is a concept that is often associated with material wealth, power, and status. However, the true measure of success is not in how much one has accomplished, but in the kind of person they have become and the impact one has on people's…

ENSURING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAMS
Financial literacy is a complex topic that varies with regional and demographic contexts. Before putting on financial literacy training it is important to study the level of financial literacy across different groups. Targeted financial education…

THE NEED FOR FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND FINANCIAL LITERACY
Throughout their lifetime, individuals today are more responsible for their personal finances than ever before. With life expectancies rising, pension and social welfare systems are being strained. In many countries, employer-sponsored…