Where Visionaries Converge.

May 21st to May 23rd, 2025KENYA SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT, NAIROBI, KENYA

What We Are.

Africa’s youth represent the continent's most valuable asset, holding the key to unlocking its potential and achieving the African Union's Agenda 2063. With over 60% of Africa's population under 25, the need to invest in this demographic cannot be overstated. This vibrant group can revolutionize governance, technology, entrepreneurship, and human rights advocacy if equipped with the right resources and platforms for collaboration and growth.

Continental Integration and Regional Collaboration

A united Africa can achieve its economic and political aspirations faster. Youth participation in integration efforts is crucial to the success of initiatives like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Women’s and Children’s Rights

The empowerment of women and children is central to achieving sustainable development goals.

Technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Africa’s youth must be at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment

Youth entrepreneurship serves as a catalyst for job creation and economic diversification

Business and Human Rights

With Africa's burgeoning entrepreneurship scene, integrating human rights into business practices is vital for equitable growth.

Pan-African Debate

This debate will serve as a platform for youth representatives from various countries to deliberate on pressing issues such as governance, trade, and technology

Meet The Speakers

Prof. PLO Lumumba

Pan-Africanist, Law Professor & Anti-Corruption Advocate

Nadia Abdalla Ahmed

Public Speaker, Communication & Stakeholder Specialist, Former Deputy Minister & Pan-Africanist

Petrider Paul

Board of Member at Imara Leadership Initiative in The United Republic of Tanzania

Hon. Daniel Obal

Senior Presidential Aide and Special Envoy on Youth Affairs to the President of Uganda

Prof Nura Mohammed

Director General
Kenya School Of Government

Prof John Woods

Professor of Law, Howard University School of Law Founder of Garvey-Nkrumah Fellowship

AMBASSADOR YVETTE FILBERT

Humanitarian & Patron, Rebuild Afrika Agricultural Project  United Kingdom

Mr. Thomas W. Dortch, III

Founder and Owner, The Prime Theory Company Vice President, T.W.D., Inc. Co-owner, JLQ Marketing and Branding

Forester Kokeyo

Chair, Young Lead Africa

Fatuma Nsamare Rhamadan

JOURNALIST
Founder And EXecutive Director, Dada Yangu

Tony Bonsu

Founder & CEO TAG Group

Olela Tonny

Executive Director Afrikea

Ezekiel Nkuzi

John Linus

Chairperson UNESCO YOUTH FORUM-Kenya

Miriam Majeed

Melvin Malemba

Founder & CEO
Law and Behold

Hannah Nziokari

Country Director
FALAS Kenya |Kenya at Federation of African Law

Gloria Sisia

International Secretary General
Federation of African Law Students

Gesimba Ating’ah

Country Director for Kenya at Federation of African Law Students

Jaccinta Mary Othuol

Alfred Eli Dei

Wycliff Akaka

Schedules

  • Day 01

    Arrival of Delegates

    May 21st, 2025

  • Day 02

    Inspiring Change: Youth at the Heart of Africa’s Development

    May 22nd, 2025

  • Day 03

    Workshops and Interactive Sessions

    May 23rd, 2025

All Day

Arrival, registration, and hotel check-in.

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Informal Welcome Reception and Networking Dinner
16:00 - 18:00 PM

Investor Roundtables: Small, focused discussions where startups and investors interact directly.

20:00 - 22:00 PM

Networking Mixer: Informal evening gathering to foster connections among attendees.

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Registration and Breakfast.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Opening Ceremony
  • National Anthem of Kenya and AU Anthem
  • Welcome Address: Host country representative.
  • Keynote Speeches by PLO Lumumba and Prof. Damilola Olawuyi SAN- "Africa’s Youth: A Driving Force for Change."
  • Launch of the Damilola Olawuyi Business and Human Rights Moot Court Competition
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Panel Session 1: Continental Integration and Regional

Topics:

  • Advancing AfCFTA through Youth-Led Initiatives.
  • Cultural Exchange as a Tool for Regional Integration.
  • Speakers: Experts from the African Union, UNECA, and regional youth organizations.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Panel Session 2: Business and Human Rights

Topics:

  • Ethical Entrepreneurship in Africa: A Human Rights Perspective.
  • Corporate Responsibility in Emerging Economiesli>
08:00 - 9:00 AM

Breakfast and Networking.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Workshops
  • Track 1: Technology and AI for Development
    Topics: AI in Agriculture, Digital Inclusion, and Data Ethics.
  • Track 2: Women and Children’s Rights
    Topics: Gender Equality in Leadership, Child Advocacy Frameworks.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Pan-African Debate

Pan-African Debate

  • Debate Topic: "Is Africa Ready for a Continental Government?"
  • Participants: Youth representatives from 20 African countries
  • Judges: Experts from academia, civil society, and business.

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