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The author commends the economic and social developments in Africa. He cites some of the economic successes of Africa, such as the summer 2010 World Cup soccer in South Africa, which generated 3 billion dollars in revenue for the country. He notes the focus of analysts and business leaders on mineral resources when considering business prospects for the region. He believes that the entrepreneurial efforts in the region can produce even more business opportunities, leading to the prosperous dynamic of progressive capitalism.

Highlights the partnership of the Virgin Unite charity and the Community and Individual Development Association to launch a School of Entrepreneurship in South Africa. Emphasis of the school on mentoring students by successful entrepreneurs and provision of hands-on learning and exposure to creative thinking; Collaboration of the school with musician Peter Gabriel for best practice in education and the acceleration of its access via the Internet; Significance of understanding the local market and the passion of young people in providing education for them.