How Capitalism Can Unlock Prosperity in Africa
Magatte Wade is one of the strongest proponents of capitalism as a solution to poverty because she has seen firsthand how it works. You can meet and hear from Magatte at the Principled Business New York Summit from September 18-19.
How It Started: A Simple Yet Powerful Question
Born in Senegal and raised in France, Magatte was driven by a simple childhood question that defined her life: “Why are some countries poor, while others are rich?”
What She Learned: The Power of Economic Freedom
Through her entrepreneurial journey, Magatte discovered the key to overcoming poverty—economic freedom.
Through founding businesses in both Senegal and Silicon Valley, Magatte discovered that Africa’s persistent poverty is largely due to its challenging business environments. Her experiences revealed that economic freedom and entrepreneurial innovation are key to overcoming these hurdles.
Over the past 15 years, Magatte has shared her insights with over 10 million people through TED talks, podcasts like Jordan Peterson's and Lex Fridman's, and her book, “The Heart of A Cheetah”.
What She Believes: Free Markets as the Pathway
Magatte believes that free markets and economic freedom are the pathways for Africa to leapfrog ahead.
Magatte firmly believes that free markets and economic freedom are the pathways for Africa to power ahead. Her ideas are not only grounded in reality but also from her lived experience as a serial entrepreneur. She passionately speaks about how enterprise can tackle social issues and foster entrepreneurial education.
What She's Doing About It: Promoting Entrepreneurship
Magatte’s mission is to unlock prosperity in Africa by promoting entrepreneurship and innovation. She pursues this by creating media to share Africa’s economic revolution blueprint, speaking globally to dispel myths about business in Africa and working with governments to advocate for Startup Cities (Special Economic Zones).
Join us in New York this September 18-19 to hear from Magatte Wade and other visionary leaders.
Do you want to hear from Magatte Wade and other business leaders? Then register today for the Principled Business New York Summit this September 18-19.