Yabs Network operates under these four pillars.

Our Four Pillars

To Bridging the Job Gap in Africa

Africa's youth population is growing rapidly, yet millions of young Africans struggle to find meaningful employment. The African job gap is real—with over 20 million new jobs needed annually to sustain economic growth. The challenge isn’t just about finding jobs—it’s about creating them.

At Yabs Network, we mobilize the African diaspora and global partners to turn this challenge into an opportunity. Through our structured four-pillar approach, we are connecting expertise, investment, and mentorship to shape the next generation of African business leaders and job creators.

 

  • We bridge African startups and professionals with experienced diaspora experts who offer mentorship, strategic advice, and industry knowledge. Our goal is to equip entrepreneurs with the insights and skills needed to thrive in today’s global economy.

    Key Initiatives:

    • Diaspora Mentorship Program – Connecting African entrepreneurs with experienced professionals in Europe.

    • Industry Advisory Boards – Placing diaspora experts in African startups’ advisory boards to offer guidance.

    • Workshops & Masterclasses – Hosting knowledge-sharing sessions with industry leaders.

  • Entrepreneurs need more than ideas—they need capital, networks, and resources. We help diaspora entrepreneurs and African startups navigate Africa’s business landscape, secure funding, and scale their ventures.

    Key Initiatives:

    • Investment Matchmaking – Linking African entrepreneurs with diaspora investors and European business partners.

    • Startup Funding Support – Helping businesses access grants, venture capital, and corporate sponsorships.

    • Business Incubation & Acceleration – Providing structured guidance to diaspora entrepreneurs building in Africa.

  • A strong economy starts with good policies. We work with policymakers, institutions, and businesses in Europe and Africa to create better frameworks for job creation, investment, and talent mobility.

    Key Initiatives:

    • EU-Africa Job Policy Advocacy – Raising awareness of Africa’s job gap and the role of the diaspora in solving it.

    • Corporate-Africa Partnerships – Building relationships between European businesses and African enterprises.

    • Public Campaigns & Policy Reports – Educating stakeholders about sustainable job creation.

  • We facilitate technology transfer, workforce development, and corporate engagement to strengthen Africa’s labor market. Our partnerships ensure that businesses gain access to skilled workers, while institutions collaborate for mutual growth.

    Key Initiatives:

    • University & Technical Training Partnerships – Supporting youth employability through skills development.

    • Corporate Talent Pipeline – Connecting African startups with corporate partners to build scalable teams.

    • Technology Transfer Initiatives – Helping African businesses access cutting-edge knowledge and innovation