Building the African economy

Ademola A. Adenle

Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy, 2017, vol. 6, issue 1, 92-107

Abstract: Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the President Obama Youth African Leadership Initiative (YALI) program with evidence from experts and other relevant stakeholders. This study examines YALI program with a focus on entrepreneurship and public management. Design/methodology/approach - Qualitative semi-structured interviews used in this study explore the understanding and diverse views of various stakeholder experts on training of young leaders in entrepreneurship and public management in Africa regarding the YALI program. Findings - The study provides insight into the importance of the YALI program, but questions whether it can make a positive impact and be effectively implemented in Africa. The findings suggest that there is lack of clarity in the objectives of the program, particularly with regards to the role of the key stakeholders including academics, government institutions, policymakers and the private sector. The results underscore the need for sound and clear-cut government policies toward entrepreneurship development that will foster a better relationship between the African governments and the United States Agency for International Development program. Research limitations/implications - The study focused on academic experts and a number of policymakers and may not have been representative of all stakeholders. Originality/value - The study specifically emphasizes policies that target entrepreneurship training and education for women and youth, using a participatory approach and multi-stakeholder partnership to promote innovative entrepreneurship and social development in the continent.

Keywords: Africa; Entrepreneurship; Public management; US foreign policy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2017
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DOI: 10.1108/JEPP-12-2015-0036

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