Africa Rising Podcast

Shaping Africa's Future - Shape Africa 2024 Episode

Shape Africa 2024 brought together a powerful network of young Africans, ready to transform the continent's future. Hear their stories, insights, and ideas on how to drive positive change through leadership, collaboration, and the power of technology. This episode explores the opportunities and pathways young people are creating to achieve Agenda 2063. We hear from young leaders, including H.E. Chido Mpemba, African Union Chairperson's Special Envoy on Youth, about the key themes of the event: digital skills, climate action, civic engagement and more. Join us as we unpack the groundbreaking ideas and collaborative spirit of Shape Africa 2024.

Cultivating the Continent - Empowering Youth in Food Production

Africa's youth are its greatest resource, but many are leaving rural areas behind. This episode of Africa Rising dives into the untapped potential of young people to transform the continent's food production. We explore the challenges and solutions, from shifting perceptions of agriculture to equipping young farmers with the latest technology and knowledge. Learn how the African Union and Youth Charter are empowering youth in agriculture, and how you can be part of the solution! Follow the Office of the Youth Envoy on social media @au_youthenvoy [https://www.instagram.com/au_youthenvoy/] for more info and to get involved in cultivating a food-secure future for Africa.

Ratifying the African Youth Charter - Empowering African Youth

Millions of young Africans are missing out on critical protections and opportunities because their countries haven't ratified the African Youth Charter. This episode of Africa Rising dives into the importance of the Charter and explores the roadblocks to its full implementation. We hear the stories of young people who are taking action to change the status quo. Join us as we discuss: * The rights and protections guaranteed by the Charter * The challenges young Africans face without ratification * How you can get involved in the movement for youth empowerment Together, we can make the African Youth Charter a reality for all young Africans! #AfricaRising #RatifyTheCharter Follow @au_youthenvoy [https://www.instagram.com/au_youthenvoy/] on social media for more!

#ICanSurvive - Building Africa's Future with Mental Wellbeing

Young Africans are the future of the continent, but they face unique challenges impacting their mental health. This episode of Africa Rising dives into the groundbreaking #ICanSurvive Mental Health Toolkit, a beacon of hope empowering young Africans to advocate for themselves and build resilience. Here's what you'll learn: * The critical role mental health plays in Africa's future. * How the IFRC is making a difference through youth-focused programs. * Five key areas the #ICanSurvive Toolkit addresses: climate change, digital spaces, education, social isolation, and economic development. * Actionable steps for policymakers and young Africans themselves. Take action! Download the #ICanSurvive Mental Health Toolkit [https://beacons.ai/chidocleompemba⁠] and access resources: Beacons Page: https://beacons.ai/chidocleompemba [https://beacons.ai/chidocleompemba] Join the conversation! Let us know your thoughts on mental health in Africa on social media by following @au_youthenvoy [https://www.instagram.com/au_youthenvoy/].

Youth Town Hall - Voices Rising

Young Africans are the continent's most valuable resource, and their voices are critical to shaping its future. This episode of Africa Rising explores the upcoming African Union Youth Town Hall and the importance of youth participation in initiatives like the AfCFTA. We hear from Gathige Maina, founder of Youth Motion Kenya, about his experience at the AfCFTA Youth Symposium and his inspiring AfCFTA Kazini Caravan. Gathige embodies the spirit of the Youth Town Hall, where young leaders will have a platform to share their ideas with policymakers and decision-makers. This episode is a call to action for young Africans to get involved! We provide information on how to participate in the Youth Town Hall and encourage listeners to take action on the issues they care about. Follow @au_youthenvoy on Instagram and X