{"id":67865,"date":"2026-04-15T16:04:50","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T16:04:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/lesotho-hosts-saba-tertiary-edition-finals-for-young-innovat"},"modified":"2026-04-15T17:10:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T17:10:37","slug":"lesotho-hosts-saba-tertiary-edition-finals-for-young-innovat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/lesotho-hosts-saba-tertiary-edition-finals-for-young-innovat","title":{"rendered":"Lesotho Hosts SABA Tertiary Edition Finals for Young Innovat"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ap-summary\" dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\n<h4>What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n<p>The Spelling A Business Africa (SABA) Tertiary Edition Finals took place in Maseru, Lesotho, gathering talented young entrepreneurs. The event was graced by notable figures, including Deputy Prime Minister Justice Nthomeng Majara and Minister of Foreign Affairs Lejone Mpotjoane, highlighting the importance of youth leadership in business. SABA aims to empower students and foster innovative ideas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. <\/strong> <\/span>The Spelling A Business Africa (SABA) Tertiary Edition Finals which were hosted in Maseru brought together some of the brightest young minds in business and innovation.<\/p>\n<p>The event was attended by Deputy Prime Minister, Justice Nthomeng Majara, Minister of Foreign Affairs Honourable Lejone Mpotjoane, Minister of Education Professor Ntoi Rapapa, and His Excellency Yang Xiaokun, demonstrating strong national and international support for youth entrepreneurship and leadership development.<\/p>\n<p>From bold ideas to impactful solutions, SABA finals were justified to continued to empower students and shape the future of African business.<\/p>\n<p>The Spelling A Business Africa (SABA) initiative aims to enhance business acumen among young Africans, focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation. Events like the Tertiary Edition Finals serve as platforms for students to showcase their ideas and solutions, fostering a culture of business leadership. Such initiatives are crucial in a continent where youth unemployment is a pressing issue, and empowering young minds is essential for economic growth and development. By bringing together government officials and international representatives, SABA underscores the collaborative effort needed to support youth in business.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Lesotho<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You Need to Know The Spelling A Business Africa (SABA) Tertiary Edition Finals took place in Maseru, Lesotho, gathering talented young entrepreneurs. 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