The Cheetah Generation: Sparking the African Entrepreneurial Renaissance
This is your chance to take the lead in building African prosperity
Africa finds itself at a defining moment in history. The old barriers of colonialism and oppression have fallen, yet our economies lag behind.
As economist Dambisa Moyo argues, decades of aid have encouraged corruption and dependency rather than progress. If we are to realize the vast promise of the continent, we must look not to external forces, but within.
Visionary economist Thomas Sowell points out that countries are not poor because of some inherent inferiority, but because they lack a business-friendly or entrepreneur-friendly framework where human potential can be unleashed. If we are to realize Africa’s vast promise, we must create prosperity from within rather than seeking it from external forces.
As my beloved professor George Ayittey writes, Africa's hopes rest on the “Cheetah Generation” — the dynamic young entrepreneurs who will usher in an economic renaissance.
Like the swift cheetahs, they are aggressive in pursuing opportunities and laser-focused on the results of catching their prey.
I call us Cheetahs because we refuse to wait idly for government or foreign aid miracles.
Economist Hernando De Soto notes that burdensome bureaucracy across Africa hampers business formation and market participation. Cheetahs circumvent this by innovating in the informal economy, unlocking the entrepreneurial energy stifled by red tape.
We draw inspiration from Africa's mighty pre-colonial civilizations in Timbuktu and Great Zimbabwe, described by Professor Ayittey as “remarkably modern”.
We draw inspiration from past luminaries like Mansa Musa whose 14th century Mali empire was one of the world’s most advanced and wealthy civilizations.
Cheetahs see opportunity whereas others see only obstacles. We criticize by creating.
We believe Africa's future will be defined not by its painful history, but by the boundless potential of its people.
Stanford research shows the tremendous wave of youth currently entering the workforce could boost growth substantially. However, this demographic dividend requires a business environment where young innovators can thrive. As economist Ayittey explains, true liberation means economic freedom and rights protection allowing individuals to pursue their ambitions.
The Cheetah community seeks to shift the prevailing narrative — no more victimhood or dependency. We showcase African solutions to African problems. We leverage technology to create jobs and build globally competitive brands. We apply our energy to unlocking the continent's vast wealth and human capital.
Africa's moment has arrived, as this generation comes of age more connected, educated, and empowered than ever before. The Cheetah Generation will lead the charge. We may start small, but with time our impact will be profound. When millions of creative minds unite toward a common vision of prosperity, no challenge is insurmountable. The Cheetah Generation is the future — I invite you to join us.
Hence, I am bringing together the Cheetah Generation community — a network of fast-running entrepreneurs and allies committed to prosperity in Africa.
We are hosting monthly calls and building an online community for Cheetahs to connect. We’ll discuss strategies for job creation, support each other’s ventures, and collaborate to uplift African youth. Here's a sneak peek into the riveting conversations we'll be delving into within our community:
Digital jobs for Africans.
Leapfrogging African education for the 21st century.
Cheetah-Made, high-end African-sourced retail for sale globally.
Startup Cities free from bureaucratic constraints
Navigate the landscape of Africa-focused investment
Healthy partnerships between Africans and others globally.
But it's not just about discussions; it's about building a tight-knit community that thrives on camaraderie and inspiration.
Get ready for engaging sessions where you can connect with like-minded individuals, strategize concrete steps for job creation and prosperity, and expand your network within a growing cohort of committed Cheetahs dedicated to African prosperity through entrepreneurship and free enterprise. I believe we are an unstoppable force when we unite with purpose.
Submit your request to join the first monthly call on Jan 23rd at 1:00pm CT/8:00pm WAT. Click on the link below to join the Cheetah Generation’s drive for an African renaissance:
Your presence is not just welcomed; it's vital.
Let's collectively shape a future where Africa stands as a beacon of progress and prosperity.
Looking forward to meeting each and every one of you.