ZimTrade Eagles Nest Youth Export Incubation Progamme for Young Zimbabwean Entrepreneurs 2022

The pursuit of energized development requires the participation of everyone in national economic activities, particularly young people. As such, ZimTrade has launched a youth export incubation programme titled Eagles’ Nest that will run from March to December 2020 in Harare, Bulawayo, Mutare and Gweru. The objective of the programme is to nurture youth-led SME’s into export-ready companies. This will be achieved through various interventions that are aimed at improving the competitiveness of youth-owned enterprises and developing linkages to local and international markets. Undoubtedly, the youth are an important demography in the global economy and according to the United Nations, Africa has the fastest growing youth population in the world, with approximately 60 percent of its population under the age of 24. The International Trade Centre (ITC) states that, “a focus on youth in trade is particularly relevant today, given that young people account for a large and growing proportion of the population in many developing countries.” ITC further notes that many Zimbabwe’s young people are increasingly showing interest and venturing into sectors such as agriculture and agro-processing that perform well on the export market. Considering this, the Eagles nest programme capitalises on the successes of some of the youth-led businesses on the local market, which also indicate potential for export market.

About ZimTrade

ZimTrade is the National Trade Development and Promotion Organization of the Republic of Zimbabwe. It was established in 1991 as a unique joint-venture partnership between the Private Sector and the Government of Zimbabwe. Working closely with our Privileged Partners, Industry Experts and Development Cooperation Partners, we provide a comprehensive suite of value-added services. We assist Zimbabwean exporters, including first-time exporters and potential exporters, to develop, promote and facilitate export of their goods and services to the world.... read more

ZimTrade Eagles Nest Youth Export Incubation Progamme

Aim and Benefits of ZimTrade Eagles Nest Youth Export Incubation Progamme

• Selected youth-led businesses will receive mentorship from prominent entrepreneurs from industry.
• After receiving support, the 10 youth-owned SMEs will contest in the national final were the overall winner will be selected.

Requirements for ZimTrade Eagles Nest Youth Export Incubation Progamme Qualification

Eligibility to participate in youth export incubation programmeFor businesses to be eligible for selection they should have the following qualities:

• The business should be run by someone between the ages of 18-35
•  The business should be involved in value addition or horticultural products (excludes mining and fuel)
•  The businesses should be easily scalable and demonstrate that it has been operating for at least two years
•  The business should be locally owned and innovative

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Interested participants who wish to participate in the programme can download the application form and send on email to [email protected] or [email protected] with the subject “Eagles’ Nest”. Alternatively completed forms can be submitted by email or hand-delivered to ZimTrade’s offices in Harare or Bulawayo

For more details,visit ZimTrade website