31/07/2026
*Milton Margai Technical University, Congo Cross Campus, hosted its Graduate Entrepreneurship*
*Venue: Milton Margai Technical University, Congo Cross Campus*
*Date: Friday, 31st July 2026 Time: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM*
Registration & Networking Participants arrived early and engaged in informal networking, facilitated by Mr. Hassan Kanu.
Welcome Address Delivered by Mr. Mohamed Kapri Kamara, Symposium Chairperson, who emphasized the importance of entrepreneurship in addressing graduate unemployment.
Opening Remarks from University Administration Ing. Lewis, Dean of Congo Cross Campus, highlighted institutional commitment to fostering innovation and graduate employability.
Keynote Addressed by Mr. Papa N’jai, Project Coordinator, presented on *“Entrepreneurship as a Pathway for Graduate Employment”*, stressing resilience, creativity, and policy support as critical enablers.
Topic One: Entrepreneurship Education – Bridging Academia and Industry
Speaker: Mr. Peter Jajua, Lecturer
Focus: Curriculum integration, practical training, and employability.
Key Insight: Embedding entrepreneurial skills into higher education curricula ensures graduates are industry-ready.
Topic Two: Access to Finance and Support Systems for Graduate Startups
Speaker: Mr. Coker, Finance Officer, Congo Cross Campus
Focus: Microfinance, venture capital, and government schemes.
Key Insight: Financial literacy and access to diverse funding streams are essential for startup sustainability.
Topic Three: Innovation Hubs
Speakers: Madam Kona Bah and Mr. Samu
Focus: Roles of innovation hubs in nurturing ventures.
Key Insight: Hubs provide mentorship, incubation, and networking platforms that accelerate entrepreneurial success.
Topic Four: Digital Entrepreneurship – Leveraging Technology for Scalable Ventures
Speaker: Mr. Abdulai Sesay, Head of Department, Accounting and Finance
Focus: Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, LinkedIn), personal websites, and online marketplaces (eBay, Alibaba, Amazon).
Key Insight: Digital tools expand market reach and enable cost-effective scaling of graduate-led enterprises.
Topic Five: Policy Frameworks – Creating Enabling Environments for Graduate Entrepreneurship
Speaker: Mr. Abdul Bademba Barrie, Dean of Faculty, Business and Management Studies
Focus: Policy reforms, institutional support, and government incentives.
Key Insight: Effective policies reduce barriers and encourage innovation-driven employment.
Closing Session
Closing Remarks Delivered by Mr. Musa Samuel Koroma, Head of Department, Business Administration, who commended participants and emphasized the need for continuous collaboration between academia, industry, and government.
