The Equity Group Foundation (EGF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have partnered to launch the Timbuktoo initiative, aiming to foster innovation and economic growth across Africa by empowering entrepreneurs.

• The partnership will establish centers of excellence to provide training, mentorship, and access to finance for entrepreneurs.
• Dr. James Mwangi, Executive Chairman of Equity Group Foundation, emphasized empowering young innovators and leveraging Equity Bank's presence in seven African countries.
• The collaboration focuses on socio-economic development, poverty reduction, education, financial inclusion, gender equality, and climate action.