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The latest articles from The Challenges Group team

Writings and opinions from our business consultants and enterprise experts in Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia and the UK, as well as curated guest contributions.

The Ventures Lab: Supporting KEPsoft Collaborative’s Mission to Transform Kidney Transplantation

Exciting Milestone for KEPsoft Collaborative! The Ventures Lab programme is proud to support KEPsoft Collaborative CIC, the first not-for-profit social enterprise to spin out from the University of Glasgow, as it revolutionises kidney transplantation.

Innovation in action: Making Work Work for Dumfries & Galloway Women

At The Challenges Group, innovation is more than a buzzword, it’s embedded in everything we do. Our unique approach allows us refine our programmes, ensuring they are impactful for both participants and partners. This adaptability is evident in our latest Making Work Work initiative.

Business and Impact: How Our Morning Routine Can Change the World

What if the businesses behind our morning routine ALL prioritised social and environmental impact as much as, or even more than profit? What if they considered the materials they sourced, the workers they employed, and the communities they served? The ripple effect of such a shift could transform the world.

26/11/24

Eradicating Poverty in Communities of Persons with Disabilities in the Acholi Region: The Success of the Anyim Maber (Bright & Better Future) Project

Empowering young people, particularly women and people with disabilities, to become successful entrepreneurs and drive sustainable economic growth.

12 Nov 2024

Launch of the Ready for Inclusive Sustainable Employment and Entrepreneurship (RISE/E) Programme

Empowering young people, particularly women and people with disabilities, to become successful entrepreneurs and drive sustainable economic growth.

An Additional Year for the Coffee Market Building for People and Prosperity Project (CoPP)

We are thrilled to announce that the coffee Market Building for People and Prosperity Project has been extended for a year.

Zambian youth elevating SMEs through Futuremakers by Standard Chartered

Youth to Work is a placement-based programme that seeks to position and equip young people with skills and opportunities.

The Role of Young People in the Future of Food

Smart Foods is a technology company that focuses on the innovation of nutritious plant-based food products.

RISE Ethiopia delivers investment ready programme and mentorship for social enterprises

In Ethiopia, Challenges is working with 20 social enterprises to become investment ready as part of a six-month project.

Anyim Maber (Better and Bright Future) Project

The project targets two main categories of persons with disabilities: entrepreneurs and job seekers.

The Ventures Lab: Supporting KEPsoft Collaborative’s Mission to Transform Kidney Transplantation

Exciting Milestone for KEPsoft Collaborative! The Ventures Lab programme is proud to support KEPsoft Collaborative CIC, the first not-for-profit social enterprise to spin out from the University of Glasgow, as it revolutionises kidney transplantation.

Innovation in action: Making Work Work for Dumfries & Galloway Women

At The Challenges Group, innovation is more than a buzzword, it’s embedded in everything we do. Our unique approach allows us refine our programmes, ensuring they are impactful for both participants and partners. This adaptability is evident in our latest Making Work Work initiative.

Business and Impact: How Our Morning Routine Can Change the World

What if the businesses behind our morning routine ALL prioritised social and environmental impact as much as, or even more than profit? What if they considered the materials they sourced, the workers they employed, and the communities they served? The ripple effect of such a shift could transform the world.

Eradicating Poverty in Communities of Persons with Disabilities in the Acholi Region: The Success of the Anyim Maber (Bright & Better Future) Project

Empowering young people, particularly women and people with disabilities, to become successful entrepreneurs and drive sustainable economic growth.

Launch of the Ready for Inclusive Sustainable Employment and Entrepreneurship (RISE/E) Programme

Empowering young people, particularly women and people with disabilities, to become successful entrepreneurs and drive sustainable economic growth.

An Additional Year for the Coffee Market Building for People and Prosperity Project (CoPP)

We are thrilled to announce that the coffee Market Building for People and Prosperity Project has been extended for a year.

Zambian youth elevating SMEs through Futuremakers by Standard Chartered

Youth to Work is a placement-based programme that seeks to position and equip young people with skills and opportunities.

The Role of Young People in the Future of Food

Smart Foods is a technology company that focuses on the innovation of nutritious plant-based food products.

RISE Ethiopia delivers investment ready programme and mentorship for social enterprises

In Ethiopia, Challenges is working with 20 social enterprises to become investment ready as part of a six-month project.

Anyim Maber (Better and Bright Future) Project

The project targets two main categories of persons with disabilities: entrepreneurs and job seekers.