Skill Development and Innovation
Establishing Innovation Hubs And Skill Training Centers
Innovation hubs and skill training centers are vital in fostering entrepreneurial skills, workforce development, and sustainable growth. Koura (2024) highlights the impact of Egypt's Creativa Innovation Hubs in promoting entrepreneurial behavior and enhancing local economic activity in regions such as Qena and Aswan (Koura, 2024). Similarly, Misso et al. (2024) discuss the role of ICT innovation hubs at the University of Dar es Salaam in cultivating entrepreneurial mindsets among students, evidenced by increased startup activity and industry collaboration (Misso et al., 2024).
Ravichandran and Dixit (2024) examine incubation centers as critical elements of innovation hubs, emphasizing their role in empowering entrepreneurs with knowledge, resources, and networks necessary for business success (Ravichandran & Dixit, 2024). Kabelele et al. (2023) emphasize the significance of fostering student talent through innovation hubs, which provide free spaces for creative learning and practical skill enhancement (Kabelele et al., 2023).
Mohammed (2023) explores the influence of cognitive social capital in innovation hubs in Sweden, revealing their role in developing attractive environments for industry collaboration and network building (Mohammed, 2023). Bodolica and Spraggon (2021) advocate for university-based innovation hubs to develop entrepreneurial mindsets among students in emerging markets, linking education with economic transformation (Bodolica & Spraggon, 2021).
Encouraging Entrepreneurship And Creative Industries
Promoting entrepreneurship within creative industries is essential for economic diversification and innovation. Su and Zarea (2020) explore policy measures in Iran designed to encourage entrepreneurship in creative industries, emphasizing government support to overcome financial barriers and foster self-sustaining ventures (Su & Zarea, 2020). Khaire (2017) argues that entrepreneurship in creative industries necessitates market creation, requiring robust strategies to stimulate demand for new and innovative products (Khaire, 2017).
Davies and Sigthorsson (2013) delve into the theoretical underpinnings of creative industries, identifying entrepreneurship as a critical factor in scaling creative outputs and driving sectoral growth (Davies & Sigthorsson, 2013). In Tanzania, Kabelele et al. (2023) emphasize the role of innovation hubs in nurturing entrepreneurial talents, offering free resources to facilitate creative business ideas (Kabelele et al., 2023).
Carey and Naudin (2006) discuss the importance of entrepreneurship education in the creative sector, advocating for curriculum integration to equip students with the skills to navigate business complexities (Carey & Naudin, 2006). Similarly, Jones et al. (2004) highlight micro-lending, business training, and networking as pivotal initiatives to support entrepreneurs in creative industries (Jones et al., 2004)
Policy And Governance Enhancements
Strengthening Public-Private Partnerships
