African Union Development Agency-NEPAD

📢 The winner of the #AfricaSkillsRevolution were announced today! Throughout Africa, we see how young people are igniting a wave of transformative change that is reshaping the continent. They are not just learning skills; they are putting them into action to make a real difference. From launching successful businesses to addressing critical challenges, these young leaders are driving economic growth and inspiring innovation. They exemplify what’s possible when talent meets opportunity. The 10 winners of the Africa Skills Revolution Competition showcase an incredible array of skills and creativity across multiple sectors, from healthcare to fisheries. These young people represent the bright future of our continent. The Federation Humana People to People

AUDA-NEPAD CEO, H.E. Nardos Bekele-Thomas, attended the Tanzania Annual ICT Conference 2024, where she joined H.E. Prime Minister Kassin Majailwa and H.E. Minister of Technology Jerry William Silaa. In her address, she highlighted the significant technological advancements Tanzania is making to drive development, particularly in empowering its youth to take a leading role in the digital transformation. The CEO expressed her excitement over the initiatives launched at the event, including the Tanzania Jamii X-Change, the African AI & Robotics Centre, and the Tanzania Technology Stack. These projects are creating crucial opportunities for young Tanzanians to lead advancements in AI, robotics, and technology, positioning them at the forefront of Africa’s innovation landscape. She also announced AUDA-NEPAD’s commitment of $1 million USD to support health initiatives in Tanzania, underscoring the vital role technology plays in fostering both economic growth and improving public health. H.E. Bekele-Thomas praised Tanzania's focus on technology and youth empowerment, emphasising that investments in young people’s creativity and passion are essential to shaping Africa's future. She called on African youth to continue innovating, stating that their contributions will drive African-led solutions to the continent’s challenges.

A Call to Action: Prioritise Maternal, Newborn, & Child Health Product Registration! Barriers like costly or complex registration processes are keeping lifesaving medicinal products out of reach for those who need them most. But there’s hope! Governments, regulatory authorities, donors, manufacturers, and civil society can all work together to remove these obstacles. By investing in better registration policies, we can create an enabling environment that improves access to essential maternal, newborn, and child health products. Let's act now! 💡 📄https://bit.ly/4eNwszM

🌍 With nearly 500 participants from 36 African countries, the #AfricaSkillsRevolution Competition has shown the richness and skills of African youth! It's inspiring to witness such incredible talent thriving across the continent. Selecting just 10 winners wasn’t easy, but we’re excited to reveal them this Thursday, 17th, at 14:00 during Africa Skills Week in Accra, Ghana. Follow the Awards Ceremony here live: https://lnkd.in/dwbJv9QM Stay tuned to discover the inspiring career journeys driving the #AfricaSkillsRevolution!

The 8th Tanzania Annual ICT Conference 2024 (#TAIC2024) is in full swing! Today’s discussions, organized by the ICT Commission (ICTC) in collaboration with AUDA-NEPAD and ELEVATE, are diving deep into critical reforms in Tanzania’s digital space, exploring AI and robotics for financial inclusion, and the potential of digital twins to shape future #SmartCities. We’re proud to be part of this groundbreaking journey towards Africa’s digital transformation! Stay tuned as we celebrate Africa’s brightest minds tomorrow at the Youth in AI and Robotics Awards!

Today, AUDA-NEPAD’s Senior Officials, led by Chief of Staff Msingathi Sipuka, engaged with Tanzanian ministries of Health and ICT in a strategic session aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery through digital transformation. Dr Sipuka highlighted how AI initiatives, regulatory harmonization, and health financing can accelerate Tanzania's progress towards the African Union’s #Agenda2063. Key topics included the introduction of the African Demographic Dividend and Sexual Reproductive Health #A2DSRH programme to improve reproductive health services and the potential for long-term cooperation with Tanzanian health institutions. #Agenda2063 #HealthForAll

🌱 Agriculture is evolving, and Genome Editing (GEd) is leading the charge! This innovative tool is transforming how we improve crop varieties, making them more resilient and sustainable. By reducing food insecurity, GEd is helping us realize the goals of Agenda 2063—a prosperous and food-secure Africa. Are you ready for the future? Learn more about our Policy Framework for Applications of Genome Editing in African Agriculture here: https://bit.ly/4eTDrqx

The Joint Report of the European Commission's Directorate-General for International Partnerships, DG for Neighborhood and Enlargement Negotiations, African Union Commission and African Union Development Agency-NEPAD is now available on our website. Click on the link below to download: https://bit.ly/3Y7uT8D

We are pleased to welcome Zipporah Maubane as AUDA-NEPAD’s new Head of Communications and Advocacy. With 29 years of experience in marketing and communications across global and African organisations, Mrs. Maubane brings a wealth of expertise in brand transformation, strategic change, and reputation management, having held senior roles at companies like Coca-Cola, BP, and Sasol. Mrs. Maubane will lead efforts to enhance AUDA-NEPAD's visibility and strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders. Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/3zNBQnx

Save the Date: Africa Skills Revolution Awards Ceremony! 🎉 We're excited to share that on October 17 we will be hosting the Awards Ceremony at Africa Skills Week, where we’ll reveal the winners of the Africa Skills Revolution Competition. Prior the Awards Ceremony, a panel of experts will discuss how young people are reshaping career paths, the challenges they face, and how stakeholders can support a transformative skills agenda that aligns with their aspirations and Africa's broader development goals. With expert input from: Luckson Soda | Humana People to People Milagros Lazo Castro | ILO Priscilla Wanjiku Gatonye | UNESCO-UNEVOC Sabine Klaus | GIZ Alfie Hamid | CISCO Madam Jahou Samba Faal | ATUPA Mark your calendars and be part of the #AfricaSkillsRevolution! 🌟