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ABOUT US

Smart Money Behind Smart Solutions

The Sapphital Empowerment Foundation partners with organizations, government bodies, and foreign entities to amplify their humanitarian goals and agendas in Nigeria and across Africa. Through innovative digital solutions, we enhance the impact of projects and initiatives, ensuring they reach their maximum potential and drive meaningful change. By leveraging technology, we enable our partners to achieve greater efficiency, transparency, and scalability in their efforts to empower communities and foster sustainable development.

Our Journey

10

2010

Star Sapphire Training was founded and we moved into our corporate company at NEXIM House Abuja

10

2012

We hosted our first International Faculty in Nigeria

10

2013

We hosted our first International Training at Cancun, Mexico

10

2014

We became the First Choice with First Bank, Diamond Bank, Heritage Bank, NDIC and other specific training programmes

10

2015

Commenced Local Content Media

10

2016 / 2017

Launched our school of Digital Education. Ecobank, Stearling Bank, NNPC, FCMB, Cornerstone Insurance joined.

10

2017 / 2018

Built our Online and mobile Learning Arena (Sapphital)

10

2018 / 2019

NNPC Retail, NPSC, ECOWAS Parliament, FMARD and Others Joined Star Sapphire

10

2019

Commenced massive content development and faculty engagement. Visited Silicon Valley, California to pitch Sapphital to the Tech World and Collaborators

10

2020/2021

Registered in the City of Delaware, US as Sapphital Learning, Inc. TCN, ECN, UBA, PATHFINDER and others joined Star Sapphire

10

2022/2023

NCFRMI Academy, WRAPA Academy was built and Zenith Bank joined Star Sapphire

10

2024

NiYA, TechAdvantage, DBN Academy and Cocoa Connect Africa was FMYD and others joined Star Sapphire

#SupportSMEs /#SkillsForSuccess / #SustainableGrowth

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Our Values Are the Foundation of Work

To help young people successfully transition to adulthood, we invest in programmes that expand opportunities so they can learn, lead safe and healthy lives, and access local economies and markets.

  • Empowerment

    We believe in unlocking the potential within every individual and community. Through education, training, and support, we empower people to take control of their futures and drive positive change.

  • Innovation

    We are committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions to address complex social and economic challenges. Our approach is dynamic, forward-thinking, and rooted in creativity.

  • Collaboration

    Partnerships and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with organizations, government bodies, and communities to amplify our impact and achieve shared goals.

  • Integrity

    We operate with transparency, accountability, and a steadfast commitment to ethical practices. Our dedication to honesty and integrity ensures that we build trust and maintain the highest standards in all our initiatives

Stories of Empowerment

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Khadija

Khadija is a young woman from Minna, Niger State, she is a chef that has always dreamed of pursuing a career in technology but lacked the resources and opportunities. Through SEF’s digital literacy program in partnership with NiYA, she gained essential tech and Mobile App design courses . Today, Maryam is a Mobile App Developer working with a tech startup, mentoring other young women in her community, and inspiring them to pursue careers in STEM.

Support Future Tech Leaders
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Obinna

Obinna, an aspiring filmmaker from Enugu, struggled to find opportunities to showcase his talent. SEF and Starsapphire Media video production training program provided him with training in digital media and filmmaking. With the foundation’s support, Chinedu produced a short film highlighting social issues in his community and continues to produce content aimed at driving social change

Empower Young Creatives
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Jay

Jay is a cocoa farmer from Nigeria, she is passionate about improving the lives of cocoa farmers in her community by connecting them to a wider market. Through the combined efforts of SEF's SME development initiatives and the Cocoa Connect Africa platform, she received training in business management, export strategies, and how to navigate the international cocoa trade as well as connect with other cocoa farmers across Africa.

Empower African Exporters
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Rita

Rita, a school teacher in Enugu, who witnessed firsthand the barriers to education faced by children, especially girls. Through SEF’s teacher training workshops, she learned innovative teaching methods and digital tools like Canva to enhance classroom learning. With SEF's support, Rita was able to maximize her efforts to improve student engagement and performance. She advocates for girls' education, ensuring more girls stay in school and achieve their academic goals.

Champion Girls' Education
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Adeola

Adeola, a small business owner in Ondo State, faced challenges in scaling her business. She participated in NiYA & SEF 's SME development program, which provided her with business development training and access to a network of mentors. With this support, Adeola expanded her business, created jobs for local youths, and became a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs in her community.

Support Nigerian SMEs
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Ahmed

Ahmed, from Maiduguri, Borno State, faced numerous challenges due to the insurgency in the region. Determined to create a better future, he joined SME Digital Academy. With training in business management and access to a vast community, Ahmed started a small agricultural business. His enterprise now employs several youths and provides affordable food products to his community, contributing to economic stability in the region.

Empower Young Entrepreneurs