Tech Pioneers of Uganda: era92 Creative is on a Mission to Employ 10,000 Youth
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People Helping People
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The inspiring journey of Emmanuel Trinity Nsaabanye, founder of era92 Creative, highlighting how his enterprise is combatting youth unemployment in Africa through creativity and technology. It explores era92's innovative approach to empowering young people with skills in design and digital technology, transforming their lives and communities -- and is a powerful testament to how adversity can fuel social change and innovation.
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