The Africa We Want by 2040
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.
YoungTalks
TEDx style talks on leadership & social impact
Startup Pitch
Young entrepreneurs showcase ventures
Model AU
African Youth General Assembly simulation
Awards Night
Honouring youth excellence across Africa