Two Nigerian women, Nnaji Peter Stella and Atalor Ngozi Deborah have been shortlisted for the Shell LiveWire Top Ten Innovators Award, a global competition that rewards and rewards companies that demonstrate excellence in innovation. The two women proposed creative ideas on energy efficiency and access to chemicals and paints, and would participate in the competition with 20 entrepreneurs from nine countries. Deborah, the founder of De-rahbs Energy Services, produces, installs, maintains and repairs solar energy equipment and also provides training for future energy engineers and contractors. Stella, CEO of Fendwall Paints & Chemical Products, manufactures and markets domestic and commercial paint products as part of a business model that helps low-income customers access their products. The LiveWIRE program was launched in Nigeria in 2003 and provides training, business development services and start-up capital for youth-owned businesses.
The shortlisted entrepreneurs have the chance to win a top prize of US $15,000, three Runner-up prizes of US $10,000 or six Merit awards of US $5,000.
Shell LiveWIRE explained that the programme aims to create role models for other young entrepreneurs, and demonstrate that introducing innovation supports growth and job creation.#Africa ... spill TEA.... Easy on Shade #jaiyeorie
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