African Union

TYC At The Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) | Accelerating Global Climate Solutions | Financing For Africa's Resilient And Green Development

The ACS will bring together leaders from Africa and beyond: Heads of State and Government, development partners, intergovernmental organizations, private sector, academia, Indigenous Peoples, civil society organizations, women, and youth.

This diverse gathering aims to design and catalyze African-led solutions for climate change and deliberate on how to leverage both domestic and international climate financing, rooted in African priorities and local innovation, to accelerate implementation of existing commitments.

Communique | Decisions And Commitments From The Africa Food Systems (AFS) Forum 2024

Communique | Decisions And Commitments From The Africa Food Systems (AFS) Forum 2024

The AFS Forum 2024 underscored and reaffirmed the fundamental importance of food systems, and the critical situation faced by the food and agriculture sectors on this continent. Under the theme “Innovate, Accelerate, and Scale: Delivering Food Systems Transformation in a Digital and Climate Era”, it set out to launch Africa’s food systems into a transformative era based on sustainability and resilience.

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2023 Ibrahim Governance Weekend | Uniting Voices To Shape Africa’s Progress.

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The Ibrahim Governance Weekend is an initiative by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation that is conducted each year in a different African country wherein the Mo Ibrahim Foundation focuses on the critical importance of governance and leadership in Africa

Assessing African Youth Development: Insights From The African Youth Development Index

Assessing African Youth Development: Insights From The African Youth Development Index

The Youth Cafe is developing its first iteration of the African Youth Development Index (AYDI) 2024, focusing on youth development in the continent. The relentless spirit of African youth has inspired this initiative and aims to provide an in-depth assessment of the youth's progress, challenges, and success stories. The AYDI 2024 showcases a keen focus on areas such as education, health, employment, civic participation, and environmental engagement.

The Youth Cafe Joins The TrustLaw Network Of Nonprofits And Social Enterprises

The Youth Cafe Joins The TrustLaw Network Of Nonprofits And Social Enterprises

The Youth Cafe is excited to become a member of the Trust Law. TrustLaw is the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s global pro bono service that links high-impact NGOs and social enterprises with the best law firms worldwide. Trust law offers free services for NGOs/social enterprises. They connect NGOs/social enterprises to lawyers in over 175 countries worldwide. TrustLaw works with high-impact organizations requiring pro bono legal assistance.

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How Does The Youth Café Embody Purposeful, Ethical, And Value-Based Leadership In Africa?

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How Does The Youth Café Embody Purposeful, Ethical, And Value-Based Leadership In Africa?

The basis for the prioritization of youth development is rooted in Our Strategic Plan, which looks at today's youth bulge as an opportunity for development and economic growth. The prioritization of youth development has made The Youth Café the leading organization in realizing sizable, lasting, and positive changes in the lives of young people in Africa. Youthful audacity to dream big and execute those dreams is essential in tackling Africa's daunting challenges today. Fostered by grassroots knowledge, The Youth Café commits to reducing youth deprivation and socio-economic empowerment resulting in transformative change.

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Towards Vaccine Equity: Youth Access To Covid-19 Vaccine In Africa

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Towards Vaccine Equity: Youth Access To Covid-19 Vaccine In Africa

Despite the need to be vaccinated, Africa is falling behind in the global vaccination drive with only 3% of the continent’s population being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to a press release from the African Union. Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI), dedicated to “immunization for all” had a virtual introductory meeting with The Youth Café. The meeting involved discussion on increased engagement and collaboration in the African continent engaged in Covid-19 advocacy at the regional and continental levels.

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Strengthening Rural Women’s Contribution To Sustainable Food Systems Through The African Continental Free Trade Area | International Day of Rural Women

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Strengthening Rural Women’s Contribution To Sustainable Food Systems Through The African Continental Free Trade Area | International Day of Rural Women

The Youth Café and Africa Union Commission commemorated the International Rural Women Day under the theme Strengthening rural women’s contribution to sustainable food systems through the African Continental Free Trade Area. The purpose was to target different stakeholders that are involved in supporting the empowerment of rural women such as Member States, Regional Economic Communities, Academics, Financial Institutions, Development Partners, Women Right Champions, UN Agencies and Civil Society Organizations.