By:
Kanto Kai Okanta
Minister
Delegate for Digital Economy and Innovation, H.E. Mrs. Safia Mohamed Ali
Gadileh, has paid her first official visit to the Center for Leadership and
Entrepreneurship (CLE), reaffirming the government's commitment to fostering
entrepreneurship, innovation and digital transformation in Djibouti.
The
minister was accompanied by the Secretary General, ministry advisors and the
Administrative and Financial Director during the visit, where they were
received by the Director General of the Centre, Mr. Chehem Mohamed Abdallah.
The
visit provided an opportunity for the minister and her delegation to gain
first-hand insight into the various support mechanisms and programmes
implemented by the Centre to promote entrepreneurship and innovation.
Discussions focused on initiatives aimed at supporting startups, small and
medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and accelerating the country's digital
transformation agenda.
The
delegation also engaged with members of the Centre's team as well as
entrepreneurs benefiting from its programmes, allowing for an exchange of ideas
on challenges, opportunities and strategies for strengthening the
entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Speaking
during the visit, officials emphasized the importance of innovation and
entrepreneurship as key drivers of economic growth, job creation and
sustainable development. The Centre's programmes were highlighted as critical
tools for empowering young entrepreneurs and equipping businesses with the
skills and resources needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
The
visit underscores the Ministry of Digital Economy and Innovation's continued
efforts to support the development of a dynamic national entrepreneurial
ecosystem. It also reflects the government's broader vision of promoting
innovation, enhancing the competitiveness of Djiboutian enterprises and
creating new opportunities for the country's youth through digital
transformation.
The
Ministry reiterated its commitment to working closely with stakeholders across
the public and private sectors to strengthen innovation-led growth and
accelerate Djibouti's digital development objectives.
