GOVERNMENT has pledged to continue supporting entrepreneurs, particularly young people and women who are the drivers of economic resilience.

Ministry of Technology and Science Permanent Secretary Brilliant Habeenzu said that Entrepreneurs are the drivers of economic growth and it is the government’s duty to provide them with the necessary support and resources.

Dr. Habeenzu was speaking at the launch of the Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training (TEVET) Incubation Centres and Institutional Enterprises Establishment and Operationalisation Guidelines.

He stated that the Ministry has taken a significant step towards promoting entrepreneurship and innovation in the country.

Dr. Habenzu highlighted that the incubator graduates will create jobs, commercialize new technologies and strengthen local and National economies.

And TEVET Director General, Cleophas Takaiza highlighted the importance of entrepreneurship incubation centres in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.

“These centres will provide a platform for startups and small businesses to access resources, mentorship, and training, which will enable them to grow and succeed,” Mr Takaiza said.

Mr Takaiza said that the  guidelines for the establishment and management of entrepreneurship incubation centres outline the requirements and procedures for setting up and managing the centres.

Meanwhile, GIZ Thrive Prospect Manager, Anna Kanathigoda, also indicated that the guidelines will provide a framework for the establishment and management of entrepreneurship incubation centres and institutional enterprises, which will in turn support startups and small businesses.