Yemen’s Ministry of Youth and Sports has launched the “Entrepreneurship and Small Projects” training program, a multi-year initiative designed to equip the nation’s youth with critical business skills. The program is implemented in partnership with the Youth Without Borders for Development organization and is directly funded by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).
Quick Facts
- Focuses on entrepreneurship and small business training.
- Partnership with Youth Without Borders for Development.
- Directly funded by the United Nations Population Fund.
Building Skills for a Challenging Market
During the launch event, Minister of Youth and Sports Nayef Saleh Al-Bakri emphasized the program’s importance in the government’s wider strategy to empower young people. He highlighted that the training is designed to provide participants with the tools for success in entrepreneurship, ultimately helping them create sustainable income sources and integrate into the local and regional job markets.
The initiative aims to foster a culture of innovation and creativity, creating new economic opportunities to address youth unemployment and contribute to sustainable community development.
A Call for Practical Application
Minister Al-Bakri urged the program’s participants to actively apply the knowledge and skills gained, warning against letting the training remain purely theoretical.
He encouraged a proactive approach, pushing the aspiring entrepreneurs to confidently enter the market and build successful projects that serve the community while providing professional stability and growth.
Government Pledges Continued Support
The launch concluded with a session where the minister listened to the ambitions and concerns of several young participants regarding the expansion of their existing startups.
In response, Al-Bakri reaffirmed the ministry’s full commitment to supporting youth-led programs and initiatives. He stressed their central role in the country’s national development and long-term progress.
About the Entrepreneurship and Small Projects Program
The “Entrepreneurship and Small Projects” program is a training initiative by Yemen’s Ministry of Youth and Sports. Running until 2026, it is part of a broader project to support youth development. The program aims to build the capacity and skills of young people in Yemen, enabling them to launch and grow their own businesses.
Source: Al Mashhad
