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𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 Makerere University and the UNDP Uganda are elated to launch the Inaugural 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 under the theme, “Fostering Innovation for Uganda’s Transformational Development." #MakerereAt100 #YouthInnovationExpo23

The UN Development x Makerere University 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 press launch is underway 📢 #YouthInnovationExpo23 is a platform to foster innovation, harness technology and unearth youth-led development solutions to shape a sustainable future for all.

"Fostering innovation - especially by youth - is key to accelerating solutions needed to tackle development challenges and shape a future that is sustainable, equitable and inclusive." - Elsie Attafuah

"The Youth and Innovation Expo 2023 we are launching today is a platform to cause meaningful engagement between the youth and various actors to tap into their expertise and experience." - Lorna Magara

The UN Development x Makerere University 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 is officially launched 🎊 Join us on 25/26 August alongside Uganda's young and aspiring innovators as together we harness youth-led development solutions. #YouthInnovationExpo23

Friday afternoons don’t get more inspiring than this! Our MD, Abdi Mohamed , had the privilege of hosting the finalists of the JICA NINJA Acceleration Program, an initiative supported by the Uganda Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives in collaboration with JICA.

This program reflects the power of cross-border partnerships in driving entrepreneurial success and fostering sustainable growth. Congratulations to Ajay Ramasubramaniam and StartupRéseau for leading such an impactful initiative. #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

StartupRéseau Ajay Ramasubramaniam At Absa, we are deeply committed to empowering Africa’s entrepreneurs and helping them shape their future stories on the continent. #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #YourStoryMatters #Tech4Good

New Episode Alert🎬! with hellen munyasa as she shares Helton Traders Helton Traders Limited journey as it recycles #PlasticWaste to produce threads in the quest to reduce #plastics pollution in Uganda. Watch the full episode at 🔗 on Youtube at m.youtube.com/watch?v=FNjw1Q…

Quote of the week. Recycling plastics in a quest for a cleaner world courtesy of hellen munyasa Full episode on YouTube at youtube.com/channel/UCS62q… Listen to audio at afripods.africa/podcast/1083e8…

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On 18th March, we celebrate the Global Recycling Day Global Recycling Day . What action have you taken today to recycle and reuse the waste in your community? hellen munyasa of Helton Traders Limited converts plastics to threads. Link to the full episode on YouTube is in our bio.

Great News🎉🚀 UN Development's Innovation grantee hellen munyasa has secured a Mandela Washington Fellowship under the Business and Leadership cohort. This fellowship delivers first-class leadership training, rich networking,fresh funding opportunities and global partnerships.

hellen munyasa's breakthrough, turning plastic waste into durable sewing thread and fibre, already proves her drive. The skills and connections she gains will magnify her impact in Uganda, Africa and the globe. We can't wait for her to share her learnings.

🎉 Big news! Our Creative Innovation Challenge Fund grantee, hellen munyasa, has been selected for the prestigious Mandela Washington Fellowship! She’ll spend 6 weeks at RutgersUniversity, then head to NYC & DC—gaining top-tier leadership training & global connections.

Her innovation—turning plastic waste into durable sewing thread—is already making waves. This fellowship will amplify her impact even more. 🌍♻️ We can’t wait to see what she brings back! 💡👏

Grateful to be among the winners of the @YouLeadAfrica Seed-Funding for Young Entrepreneurs🙏🏽 At Helton, we turn plastic bottle waste into sewing threads ,creating jobs & reducing pollution in Uganda. This is a win for sustainability, women, & youth across East Africa. 🌍💚

Meet our 2025 🇺🇬 Mandela Washington Fellows! Hellen Munyasa (hellen munyasa) is the founder & Managing Director of Helton Traders Ltd, a pioneering Ugandan social enterprise transforming post-consumer plastic waste into sustainable polyester sewing threads for East Africa’s

Uganda's young people are nolonger asking for permission, they will build regardless with reckless optimism. All they need are believers and bridge builders in places of access. Congratulations hellen munyasa

📍 In New Jersey 🇺🇸 Excited to start the Mandela Washington Fellowship at Rutgers University I’m here to grow as a leader & scale Helton Traders’ impact in circular economy & sustainability. Grateful to @USMissionUganda Department of State @IREXintl. #MWF2025 #YALI2025 #HeltonTraders