policymakers

Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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.

The Youth Café Launches The CyberRights Campus Connect Podcast

Officially launched on 18th July 2025, the CyberRights Campus Connect Podcast is not just another talk show. It is a space where university students, legal experts, digital activists, and technology professionals come together to unpack Kenya’s Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act of 2018, explore digital safety, and address growing challenges in Kenya’s fast changing digital landscape.

The Youth Cafe Wins KenSafe Policy Hackathon on Safe and Inclusive Digital Spaces in Kenya

The Youth Cafe Wins KenSafe Policy Hackathon on Safe and Inclusive Digital Spaces in Kenya

The Youth Cafe’s winning innovative solution is #CivicSafeKE: “Cyber Rights Campus Connect," is a youth-led initiative to empower university students with clear, actionable knowledge of the CMCA 2018. We'll conduct on-site, live interactive podcasts at three institutions in Kiambu County (Kenyatta University, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, and Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology), supported by Kictanet and Internews.

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.

Africa Youth Forum 2024 | Promoting Social Cohesion Through Consensus Building

Africa Youth Forum 2024 | Promoting Social Cohesion Through Consensus Building

The Africa Youth Forum, held on 15th August 2024 at the United Nations Office in Nairobi, Kenya, brought together a diverse assembly of 382 delegates, including leaders, policymakers, youth advocates, and other stakeholders, to explore and advance youth-led solutions for transformative change. The forum was attended by representatives from all 47 Kenyan counties and 6 African countries—Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. Notably, 72% of the delegates were between the ages of 18 and 35, and 42% of the delegates were women, highlighting the forum's commitment to inclusivity and gender representation. The event centered around breaking barriers and amplifying youth voices through constructive dialogue, with a strong emphasis on sustainable development.

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Women Deliver Conference 2023

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Women Deliver Conference 2023

Every three years, the Women Deliver Conference galvanizes momentum for gender equality. It is a bold and diverse gathering, a fueling station of ideas, and a generator of action, convening thousands to identify solutions and drive change for girls and women. The first Women Deliver (WD) conference was held in London, UK, in 2007, bringing together 1,700 people and making the investment case for reproductive and maternal health; Women Deliver secured MDG 5 – Improve Maternal Health – on the global development agenda.

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.