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.
Highlights include YoungTalks (a TEDx-style segment), a start-up pitch session for young entrepreneurs, and an awards ceremony honouring youth excellence. With its strong focus on partnership and impact, YALS is shaping the next generation of African leadership
Essential access for emerging leaders on a budget.
Essential access for emerging leaders on a budget.
Full summit experience tailored for Ghanaian based participants.
Full summit package for international participants.
Please note: Accommodation is not included in the summit registration fees. Participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own accommodation expenses.
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