Accra: The African Youth for Sustainable Development (AYSD) successfully hosted an online Youth Summit at the weekend, bringing together over 100 young people from across the African continent.
According to Ghana News Agency, the summit provided a platform for young people to engage with leaders and experts in various fields, share experiences, and explore innovative solutions to drive sustainable development in Africa.
The event featured a lineup of speakers, including Professor Awudu Abass, Executive Director of the GiveBack Foundation; Mr. Ibrahima Ziblim, Executive Director of Tomorrow Africa Alliance; Madam Rahama Abu, President of Inspire Sisters Foundation; Mr. Ibrahim Abdul Mugis, President of Awqaf Africa; and Madam Nightingale Afriyie, a renowned youth activist.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Samuel Apeti, President of AYSD, emphasized the importance of empowering young people to drive sustainable development in Africa, urging the participants to take an active role in shaping the continent's future. Mr. Kamaldeen Ibn Chambas, Vice Chair of AYSD, highlighted the need for collective action and collaboration among young people to address the continent's pressing challenges.
Prof. Awudu Abass discussed how African youth could leverage innovation to solve developmental challenges, asserting, "Africa has the power to solve its own problems. By working together and taking charge and coming up with creative solutions, we can create a brighter future."
Mr. Ibrahima Ziblim addressed the role of youth in shaping national and continental policies, stating, "You cannot effect change if you do not have the desire and power to do so." Madam Rahama Abu emphasized empowering young women to contribute to sustainable development and stressed the importance of supporting women's initiatives.
Mr. Ibrahim Abdul Mugis outlined strategies for ensuring sustainable development, remarking, "Sustainable development is not about saving the environment. It is about saving the future." Madam Nightingale Afriyie called for youth action in entrepreneurship and community development, encouraging young people to demand better leadership.
In closing, Mr. Apeti expressed satisfaction with the summit's success, noting the role of technology in connecting young people across Africa. The African Youth for Sustainable Development (AYSD) is a youth-led organization committed to promoting sustainable development, empowerment, and leadership among young people in Africa.
