Name: Young African Leaders Summit 2027
Start: 2027-11-25T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2027-11-27T21:00:00+00:00
Location: Accra, Ghana

November

2027

Young African Leaders Summit 2021 delegates gathered for the opening session in Accra, Ghana

3rd Edition

About the Summit

The Africa We Want by 2040

The Future of African Youth

The Young African Leaders Summit (YALS) is a flagship three day event by The Young Global Leaders Network (YGLN), uniting Africa's emerging youth leaders to inspire leadership, innovation, and collaboration. It offers a vibrant platform for idea exchange, mentorship, and action on key continental challenges.

YALS features keynote speeches, panels, focus groups, and the African Youth General Assembly (AU Model), empowering youth to influence policy and drive change. Delegates also present papers on leadership, governance, and development, fostering knowledge sharing and critical dialogue.

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YoungTalks

TEDx style talks on leadership & social impact

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Startup Pitch

Young entrepreneurs showcase ventures

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Model AU

African Youth General Assembly simulation

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Awards Night

Honouring youth excellence across Africa

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Call for Papers

Share Your Research & Ideas

Are you passionate about leadership, governance, and youth development? YALS invites scholars, researchers, and thought leaders to present groundbreaking research, case studies, or policy papers. Share insights, engage in critical discussions, and contribute to shaping Africa's future.

Submission deadline: 20 October 2026 · Limited places available

Submit Your Paper

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YoungTalk Stage

Inspire. Empower. Transform.

Deliver a TEDx style talk on leadership and social impact. YoungTalk is an electrifying segment at YALS where bold thinkers, innovators, and emerging leaders deliver compelling short talks on leadership, empowerment, and social impact.

Application deadline: 20 October 2026 · Only 8 to 10 speakers selected

Apply to Speak

Programme

Summit Schedule

25 – 27 November 2027 • Accra, Ghana

All Day

Delegates' Arrival & Check-in

Arrive at venue and settle in

All Day

Registration & Summit Materials

Collect your summit pack, badge, and materials

09:30 – 10:00

Morning Networking Session

Connect with fellow delegates

10:00 – 10:30

Welcome Address

Official opening of YALS 2027

Keynote

10:30 – 11:00

Solidarity Messages from Delegations

National and regional delegations share messages

11:00 – 11:30

Cultural Performance & Interlude

Celebrating African heritage through art and dance

Cultural

11:30 – 12:30

Keynote Speeches & Guest Addresses

High level speakers and thought leaders

Keynote

12:30 – 13:30

Lunch & Networking

Refreshments and informal discussions

13:30 – 15:00

Plenary Sessions

Deep dive panels on summit themes

15:00 – 16:00

Workshops (Parallel Sessions)

Practical Deep Dives on leadership skills

Workshop

16:00 – 17:30

YoungTalk: Inspire. Empower. Transform.

TEDx style talks from emerging leaders

YoungTalk

09:30 – 10:00

Morning Networking & Icebreakers

Energising start to Day 2

10:00 – 11:30

Plenary Sessions

Leadership, policy and diplomacy discussions

11:30 – 12:30

Workshops (Parallel Sessions)

Hands on skill building

Workshop

12:30 – 14:00

Breakout Mentorship Sessions

Choose one focus area for guided mentorship

Mentorship

14:00 – 15:20

Model African Union Conference

Youth simulation of the AU General Assembly

Model AU

15:20 – 16:20

Presentation of Workshop Outcomes

Findings and summary from parallel sessions

16:20 – 17:50

Share Your Research & Ideas

Paper presentations by delegates

Papers

18:00 – 20:00

Bonfire Chats & Evening Networking

Informal discussions under the stars

06:00 – 09:00

Morning Session, Exercises & Games

Fun team building and wellness activities

11:00 – 18:00

Tour & Courtesy Call

Explore Accra and visit key institutions

Tour

18:00 – 19:00

Break & Preparation

Freshen up and change for the Awards Ceremony

19:00 – 21:00

Awards Ceremony & Dinner

Celebrating youth excellence with dignitaries

Awards

All Day

Departure of Delegates

Safe travels! Until we meet again.

Registration

Summit Fees Schedule

Choose the package that works for you

Early Bird Discount Rate

Apply and pay by 30 March 2027 to secure your place at the best rate. Seats are limited to 550 delegates and are reserved only once fees are paid in full.

Student

Student Rate

Valid student ID required at registration

Ghanaian / Local

GHC 2,500

/ $225 USD

Group (3+): GHC 2,200 / $200

Foreign / International

$370

USD

Group (3+): $330 USD

Professional

Professional Rate

Working professionals and non-students

Ghanaian / Local

GHC 3,500

/ $315 USD

Group (3+): GHC 3,200 / $285

Foreign / International

$440

USD

Group (3+): $400 USD

All Delegate Packages Include

Summit access to all sessions, keynotes & workshops

Tailored Career Guidance & Mentorship

Professional CV Writing (written for you)

Fee discount towards a Masters in Europe

YoungTalk TEDx-style segment

Model African Union Conference

Cultural tour of Accra

Awards Dinner with dignitaries

Graduation Certificate

Exclusive summit merchandise

Networking with 500+ delegates from 40+ countries

Summit Invitation Letter

Tips to Raise Funds Guide

Visa Support & Guidance

Standard Full Delegate Rates

Standard Full rates apply to delegates who register or fail to complete payment after the Early Bird deadline of 30 March 2027. If you applied at the Early Bird Discount Rate but did not pay by this date, you will be moved to Standard Full rates. You still receive the same full summit experience with all the benefits listed above.

Ghanaian Student

GHC 3,500

Ghanaian Professional

GHC 4,500

Foreign Student

$450

Foreign Professional

$540

Accommodation is not included in registration fees. Accommodation: $150 USD per delegate for 4 nights (arranged separately).

Student rate eligibility: Applicants selecting student rates must upload a current student ID, enrolment letter, or transcript during registration. Without verification, delegates will be registered at professional rates.

Opportunities

Elevate Your Business & Leadership

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Call for Stands

Showcase your products and services at YALS 2027, the biggest gathering of young African leaders, professionals, and changemakers!

Reach 1,000+ attendees

Network with influential decision makers

Boost brand visibility at a premier event

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Emmanuel Addo Leadership Scholarship

A prestigious opportunity for young leaders to pursue a degree or master's programme at a European higher education institution with 15% to 20% tuition covered.

Exclusive for YALS 2027 attendees

World class leadership education

Accredited qualification pathway

Apply for Scholarship

Welcome to theYoung AfricanLeaders Summit

The Africa We Want by 2040

YoungTalks

Startup Pitch

Model AU

Awards Night

Share Your Research & Ideas

Inspire. Empower. Transform.

Summit Schedule

Delegates' Arrival & Check-in

Registration & Summit Materials

Morning Networking Session

Welcome Address

Solidarity Messages from Delegations

Cultural Performance & Interlude

Keynote Speeches & Guest Addresses

Lunch & Networking

Plenary Sessions

Workshops (Parallel Sessions)

YoungTalk: Inspire. Empower. Transform.

Morning Networking & Icebreakers

Plenary Sessions

Workshops (Parallel Sessions)

Breakout Mentorship Sessions

Model African Union Conference

Presentation of Workshop Outcomes

Share Your Research & Ideas

Bonfire Chats & Evening Networking

Morning Session, Exercises & Games

Tour & Courtesy Call

Break & Preparation

Awards Ceremony & Dinner

Departure of Delegates

Summit Highlights

Highlight of 2021 Summit

Highlight of 2019 Summit

Summit Fees Schedule

Early Bird Discount Rate

Student Rate

Professional Rate

All Delegate Packages Include

Standard Full Delegate Rates

Elevate Your Business & Leadership

Call for Stands

Emmanuel Addo Leadership Scholarship

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