Transforming Sierra Leone’s Ecosystem with Francis Stevens George | Beyond the Pivot Podcast Ep. 13

In this episode of Beyond the Pivot, we speak with Francis Stevens George, a leading voice in Sierra Leone’s entrepreneurial development. As a founder, educator, and ecosystem builder, Francis has spent years empowering young people and pushing for a more practical, mindset-driven approach to business in Sierra Leone.He shares honest reflections on the gaps in donor-driven programs, the importance of trust in local ecosystems, and why meaningful entrepreneurship must be rooted in local realities, not imported frameworks.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why mindset is the foundation of entrepreneurship✅ How Francis supports youth-led businesses in Sierra Leone✅ The limits of donor programs and imported startup models✅ Why trust and local relevance are essential for startup success✅ How to foster entrepreneurship that actually solves problems💼 Important links mentioned in this episode are:► Innovation SL: www.innosl.com► Francis Stevens George: www.linkedin.com/in/francis-stevens-george-794bb3► Bongo Hive: bongohive.co.zm► Tamboti Circle: www.tamboticircle.com► Beyond the Pivot: www.beyond-pivot.com🔔 Subscribe for more success stories from Africa!