Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, Group Chairman of Heirs Holdings, has shared his thoughts on the vital role of youth entrepreneurship in combating climate change in Africa through an opinion editorial published by TIME magazine. In the piece, titled “Why Youth Entrepreneurs Are Key to Tackling Climate Change in Africa,” Elumelu emphasizes Africa’s unique position in addressing the global climate crisis and highlights the importance of empowering young African entrepreneurs to drive sustainable solutions.

Elumelu’s philanthropic efforts, spearheaded by the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), focus on supporting visionary entrepreneurs across the continent. Initiatives such as the Green Entrepreneurship Programme, in collaboration with UNICEF Generation Unlimited (GenU) and the IKEA Foundation, and the Women Entrepreneurship for Africa (WE4A) Programme, in partnership with the European Commission (EU) and the German Development Agency (GIZ), further demonstrate his commitment to fostering youth-led businesses that tackle climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss.

In his editorial, Elumelu underscores the importance of sustainable entrepreneurship and its potential to transform Africa, positioning young entrepreneurs as central to building a greener, more resilient future.

For more insights, readers are encouraged to explore the full editorial in TIME magazine.