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Delivering the Promise of Africa’s Youth

Offered By: World Economic Forum via YouTube

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Overview

Explore the challenges and opportunities facing Africa's youth in this World Economic Forum panel discussion. Delve into critical issues such as reversing youth unemployment, managing migration, preventing political violence, and leveraging technology for socio-economic solutions. Hear insights from global leaders including Google's Vice-President of Global Public Policy, the President of Botswana, and the President of Ethiopia as they discuss strategies to harness the potential of Sub-Saharan Africa's 200 million young people. Gain perspective on topics ranging from education and skill development to economic policies and technological innovation. Understand the role of politics, regulation, and the Fourth Industrial Revolution in shaping Africa's future. Learn about successful case studies and potential solutions for fostering youth empowerment and sustainable development across the continent.

Syllabus

Intro
Unemployment in Africa
How do we impart youth
Jim Oviya
Are politicians counterproductive
How can Google help
Regulation and policy
How can it be fixed
Politics
Incentives
Case for Ethiopia
Future of Policy Governance
The Nigerian Economy
This is not about xenophobia
We need good politics on this continent
We need structural change
The 4th Industrial Revolution
Do politicians get it
Rules
Kumar Kumar
Gwen Amata
Chinna Do Asador
Megan Fallone
KK Foomba
Conclusion


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