WORF Trains 158 Young People in Entrepreneurship and Digital Skills through the Going Beyond Project

The Women in Recycling Foundation (WORF) trained 158 young people in entrepreneurship and digital skills through the Going Beyond Project, implemented in partnership with Sheria Kiganjani and Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) Tanzania, with funding from the Mastercard Foundation.

The programme was designed to respond to the economic and technological barriers experienced by young people, particularly those from underserved communities. Many young people have promising business ideas or are already operating small businesses but lack the entrepreneurial knowledge, digital skills, mentorship and networks required to grow and sustain their businesses.

Through practical and interactive training sessions, participants strengthened their understanding of entrepreneurship, business planning, financial management, customer engagement and the use of digital tools for business development. They learned how to identify viable business opportunities, understand their target customers, improve their products and services, manage basic business finances and develop strategies for long-term growth.

The digital skills component introduced participants to the use of online platforms and digital tools to promote their businesses, communicate with customers and expand their market reach. Participants explored digital marketing, social media for business, online branding and the responsible use of technology in managing and growing small enterprises.

The programme used a practical learning approach that allowed participants to connect the training with their existing businesses, livelihood activities and future business ideas. Group discussions, exercises, peer learning and mentorship created an inclusive environment where young people could share experiences, identify common challenges and develop practical solutions.

WORF played an important role in community outreach, participant mobilization, training coordination and direct engagement with the young people. Our established relationships with women, young people and local communities enabled the programme to reach participants who often have limited access to formal entrepreneurship and digital-skills development opportunities.

Beyond acquiring technical knowledge, participants strengthened their confidence, creativity, communication and problem-solving skills. The programme encouraged them to recognize their potential as entrepreneurs, innovators and contributors to local economic development. It also promoted the use of entrepreneurship as a pathway to employment creation, financial independence and community resilience.

In March 2026, WORF received a formal Certificate of Appreciation from the Going Beyond Project in recognition of its contribution to training 158 young people. This recognition reflects the collective effort of the participants, trainers, implementation partners and community stakeholders who supported the programme.

Our collaboration with Sheria Kiganjani, DOT Tanzania and the Mastercard Foundation demonstrates the importance of partnerships in expanding access to relevant skills and economic opportunities. Through initiatives such as the Going Beyond Project, we continue to support young people to build sustainable businesses, participate in the digital economy and create positive change within their communities.