SPARK 2024 Youth Entrepreneurship competition opens entries inviting next generation of ideators
The SPARK Skilled Youth Entrepreneurship Competition; a national competitive platform designed to inspire and empower aspiring young entrepreneurs across the nation, has commenced accepting applications from youth aged 15-30 years, for its 2024 edition.
Organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, SPARK is a unique competition that focuses on entrepreneurship skills development and exposure for both school students as well as young adults, in two distinct categories – The School Category and the Open Category. The competition aims to upskill budding entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into viable business propositions.
Commencing the call for applications, Buwenakabahu Perera, CEO, Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said, “We place a high priority on youth entrepreneurship development and recognise the role of young entrepreneurs in the future of Sri Lanka’s commercial sector. We are committed to sustaining the SPARK platform with active collaboration from our private sector partners, to nurture young ambitions and showcase the potential of the next generation of Sri Lankan entrepreneurs. An exciting competition awaits this year’s competitors, and we urge parents and educators to encourage youth participation.”
SPARK 2024 marks the second consecutive year of unfolding future entrepreneurship possibilities for youth. Last year’s top competitors excelled at developing business plans through online workshops, business pitching, a bootcamp and one-on-one mentoring.
Seylan Cards, in collaboration with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, hosts “The Gathering of the Giants”
Seylan Bank reaffirms their dedication to supporting efforts at developing tourism and wildlife conservation, through their exclusive partnership with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. The bank with a heart is collaborating with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, together with its wildlife and nature based-tourism arm, Cinnamon Nature Trails, to partner for the “Gathering of the Giants”, an event celebrating a rare wildlife spectacle.
The Gathering of the Giants celebrates the largest gathering of Asian Elephants in the world. The spectacle brings together nearly 300 elephants from different herds to one place. Playing out a mere 20 minutes from Cinnamon Lodge Habarana and Habarana Village by Cinnamon, the spectacle takes place every year on the banks of the Minneriya Resevoir.
The ‘Gathering of the Giants’ event aims to treasure and celebrate the country’s natural splendour, emphasizing efforts at conservation. The endeavour seeks to bring together a larger audience of tourists and enthusiasts, both local and foreign.
Samsung Unveils Galaxy M14 LTE with Segment-Leading Features
Samsung, the leading electronics brand in Sri Lanka, proudly introduces the Galaxy M14 LTE, a cutting-edge smartphone designed to elevate your mobile experience. Equipped with a remarkable 50MP triple camera system, a segment-leading 5000 mAh battery, a powerful 5nm processor, and an array of exceptional features, the Galaxy M14 LTE is poised to become your ultimate companion.
Samsung's unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives of its customers is exemplified by the Galaxy M series. Since its inception in 2019, the Galaxy M series has garnered immense popularity and adoration among consumers in Sri Lanka. Building upon this legacy, we are thrilled to unveil the Galaxy M14 LTE,
