Exploring the Terrain and Challenges of Youth Entrepreneurship Development in Ramotswa, Botswana

Abstract

This study seeks to explore the terrain of youth entrepreneurship development in Botswana. It was carried
out in Ramotswa in 2016. The objectives were to examine challenges faced by youth entrepreneurs
with the view of proposing possible permanent and sustainable solutions. A cross-sectional descriptive
research design was adopted. The data was collected using questionnaires containing structured and
semi-structured questions. Data analysis was conducted, and the results were presented using descriptive
statistics. Purposive sampling was applied to select study respondents. The study findings show that young
entrepreneurs face challenges requiring further research to understand the attendant dynamics of funding
in other parts of Botswana. The study recommends increase of funding by the government of Botswana
for capacity building and to support training and development of young entrepreneurs through relevant
targeted programmes.