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Youth is key of Africa.

More than 60% of Africa’s population is under the age of 25 – a vibrant and promising future of our continent. Empowering the youth is not just an opportunity but a necessity of transformative progress. This International Youth Day, we reaffirm our commitment to empowering the youth who are a driving force for bringing social change that benefits society. In line with our ‘𝘈 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦’ campaign, we have elevated our commitment to advancing the progress of young Africans by providing relevant solutions that enhance digital and financial inclusion. This aligns perfectly with this year’s #IYD theme; 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. Our ‘𝘈 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦’ campaign has been by far our most ambitious effort yet, which aims to inspire African youth to re-imagine their world and to see themselves as capable of achieving great things for themselves and future generations. We believe in the potential of our young people and are dedicated to helping them realize their dreams. Today and for days to come, let us continue providing the youth with these important tools to support their growth and their future. #AirtelAfrica #InternationalYouthDay #AReasonToImagine

By 2050, a quarter of the global workforce will be in Africa. For the Day of the African Child, GPE Board Chair Jakaya Kikwete explains why unlocking their immense potential needs investments in quality education. #AfricanChildDay #DAC2024

A recent survey shows that Africa's youth view global powers favorably, emphasizing the importance of international partnerships for the continent's development. With a strong focus on collaboration, young Africans are optimistic about the role these global powers play in shaping their future growth. #AfricaYouth #GlobalPartnerships #InternationalRelations #YouthDevelopment #GlobalInfluence #FutureLeaders #AfricaProgress. Read more at https://buff.ly/4e8Yaqs.

International Youth Day is a powerful reminder of the boundless potential of the young generation, especially in Africa. As we celebrate this day, under the theme, "Digital futures: Youth Innovation For Sustainable Change" This theme underscores the critical intersection of traditional values and modern technology in shaping the future of our continent. we recognize the incredible energy, creativity, and resilience that African youth bring to the table. Empowering these young individuals is not just an investment in their futures but a commitment to the continent’s progress. In an era where digital tools and platforms are reshaping every facet of life, it is essential that African youth harness these advancements while staying rooted in core values. Integrating ethical principles with digital innovation will empower young people to drive sustainable development and lead with integrity. This International Youth Day, let us pledge to support and uplift Africa’s youth. Albert Prempeh Kusi Lewis Nyarkoh Mastercard Africa Mastercard Foundation UNICEF GNPC Foundation @mavis

Reflecting on my experience from four months ago at the ECOWAS 2024 Youth ‘Voices for Change’ Summit in Accra, Ghana, held in June. I was honored to represent Nigeria at this impactful event where I engaged with passionate youth leaders on the theme: "Digital Innovation, Inclusivity, Regional Economic Growth, Peace, and Stability." Which was truly inspiring. I’ve been quite busy with work and navigating life, which is why I’m sharing this now. The summit was indeed impactful as it fostered youth-led digital innovations, amplified our voices in policy design, and explored partnerships to scale these initiatives. It was inspiring to collaborate with youth leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to co-create solutions that address the aspirations of young Africans and to advocate for policies that promote an enabling environment for digital transformation. Organized by the ECOWAS Commission and partners like USAID and UNOWAS, the event underscored the importance of leveraging technology for inclusive development and sustainable peace. Also it will excite you to know that the theme is particularly relevant in today’s digital age, emphasizing the need for Us as African youth to harness technology for inclusive development and sustainable peace across our continent. To crown it all, my key take away and encouragement to fellow African youths is this: - “The present will not give way to the future if the future does not actively participate in the activities of the present.” - Therefore, We must earnestly engage in today’s activities, for we are the future. ! I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such vital discussions and as I continue to build connections and grow professionally, I’m excited to share that there are more adventures and success stories to come. Stay tuned for updates on my journey in international development! #YouthVoicesForChange #ECOWAS #DigitalInnovation #YouthEmpowerment #InternationalDevelopment #EU #PLAC #Commonwealth #MastercardFoundation #EuropeanUnion European Commission #PolicyMaking #Diplomacy #YouthDevelopment #WestAfrica #UN #UnitedNations #USAID #UNOWAS #InclusiveCities #SustainableDevelopment #Mentorship #UrbanOctober2024 #SummitOfTheFuture Youth Conservation

#AfricaDay celebrates the unity and progress of our continent as we commemorate the historic 1963 formation of the Organisation of African Unity, now the AfricanUnion which guides our complex and diverse nations of over 1.2 billion people speaking over 3,000 languages in 54 countries, towards shared prosperity. Knowledge is power, and education is the key to unlocking that power, and with sustainable growth and innovation, we can ‘Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Access to Inclusive, Lifelong, Quality, and Relevant Learning in Africa’ empowering our population to meet opportunity and challenges head-on. The Wellbeing Foundation Africa is committed to community and evidence-based personal, social, health and economic education frontline programming, developing and delivering #PSHE curricula, educational materials, implementing policy-advocacy strategies to enable those we serve to engage in various topics with a local and global understanding and perspective for health and socio-economic transformation, equipping inter-generations with the skills and knowledge to navigate and thrive in a growing Africa. #AfricaDay2024 #UnityInDiversity #GoFarGoTogether #YearofEducation #WellbeingforAll

As International Youth Day was celebrated on August 12 with the theme 'From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,' it is important to recognize the boundless potential within every young person in the world. My beloved continet Africa is not just a cradle of civilization, but a hotbed of innovation, resilience, and strength. Our youth are not just leaders of tomorrow; they are the architects of today's digital revolution. Digitalization is not just a tool; it is our pathway to empowerment. It bridges gaps, connects communities, and amplifies voices that were once silenced. Through digital pathways, we empower young Africans to drive sustainable development initiatives, innovate solutions to pressing challenges, and rewrite the narrative of our continent. Our strength lies in our diversity and potential in unity. Together, we can harness technology to leapfrog barriers, create opportunities, and build a future that is inclusive, equitable, and sustainable for all. Let us embrace the digital era with optimism, knowing that each click and innovation paves the way towards progress. Together, we can build a future where every young person in Africa can thrive and contribute to a sustainable and prosperous world. #YouthDay #DigitalPathways #SustainableDevelopment #AfricaRising #InternationalYouthDay #AfricanYouth #YouthEmpowerment #DigitalTransformation #AfricaRising #YouthLeadership #Innovation #FutureOfAfrica #TechForGood #YouthInAction #SDGs #DigitalPathways #YouthVoices Youthmakers Hub International Youth Health Organization Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data Digital Health Africa African Youth Initiative on Climate Change (AYICC) International Youth Council

The 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥, 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 regions will submit male and female candidates for the post of 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. The department coordinates the AU programmes on human resource development, education, science, technology and promoting the youth development agenda. Key roles includes 📚Promoting research and publication on science and technology. 🤝🏾Promoting cooperation among member states on education and training. 👩🏾🏫Encouraging youth participation in the integration of the continent. 👨🏽💻Implementing the Agenda 2063 initiatives for African Virtual and E-University and the Africa Outer Space Strategy. 👩🏾🔬Implementation of continental educational polices and strategies such as the Continental Education Strategy for Africa (CESA); the Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA), and TVET Continental Strategy; AU School Feeding initiative 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭’𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 -https://ow.ly/X3HB50TsXOa 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧 - https://ow.ly/g6T350TsXP4 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. #Agenda2063 #TheAfricaWeWant #AUElections2025