PARTIALLY FUNDED: YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS SUMMIT

The Young African Leaders Summit shall collate ideas from some of the continent’s finest youth figures and aggregate them into relevant themes able to shape policy on the continent.
Young professionals, students, entrepreneurs and leaders from Africa, who are seeking to contribute to shaping national, continental and global agenda in politics, finance, business, civil society, and many other areas; who are eager to network and strengthen ties across the continent are invited to apply to attend as delegates.

IMPORTANT DATES

Date: 20, 21– 22 November 2026

Venue: Accra, Ghana

Theme: The Africa we want by 2040; The Future of African Youth

  • SUMMIT REGISTRATION FEES SCHEDULE

Partial Funding (Ghanaian/Local Delegates)

Essential access for emerging leaders on a budget.

$150

What You Get:

  • Summit Invitation Letter – For visa and sponsorship purposes.
  • Tips to Raise Funds – A guide to help you secure funding.
  • Visa Support – Guidance and documents to assist with visa application.
  • Speaking Opportunity – Share your ideas or lead a session.
  • Graduation Certification – Official certificate recognising your participation.
  • Merchandise – Exclusive summit-branded souvenirs.
  • Dinner Night – Formal dinner with ambassadors, ministers, and dignitaries.

💼 Group/Org Discount: $130 per delegate for 3 or more.

💼 Accommodation: $150 per delegate for 4 nights.

Partial Funding (International Delegates)

Essential access for emerging leaders on a budget.

$260

What You Get:

  • Summit Invitation Letter – For visa and sponsorship purposes.
  • Tips to Raise Funds – A guide to help you secure funding.
  • Visa Support – Guidance and documents to assist with visa application.
  • Speaking Opportunity – Share your ideas or lead a session.
  • Graduation Certification – Official certificate recognising your participation.
  • Merchandise – Exclusive summit-branded souvenirs.
  • Dinner Night – Formal dinner with ambassadors, ministers, and dignitaries.

💼 Group/Org Discount: $230 per delegate for 3 or more.

💼 Accommodation: $150 per delegate for 4 nights

Self-Funding (Ghanaian/Local Delegates)

Full summit experience tailored for Ghanaian based participants.

$200

What You Get:

  • Summit Invitation Letter – For sponsorship and visa application support.
  • Tips to Raise Funds – Resource to help you raise participation funds.
  • Visa Support – Full assistance with visa documents and guidance.
  • Speaking Opportunity – Showcase your work or lead a session.
  • Graduation Certification – Receive official recognition of participation.
  • Summit Access – Entry to all summit sessions and workshops.
  • Merchandise – Exclusive summit-branded souvenirs.
  • Dinner Night – High Table networking with top dignitaries.
  • Media Interviews & Photos – Be featured and professionally photographed.

💼 Group/Org Discount: $180 per delegate for 3 or more.

💼 Accommodation: $150 per delegate for 4 nights.

$350

Self-Funding (Foreign Delegates)

Full summit package for international participants.

What You Get:

  • Summit Invitation Letter – For visa and sponsorship needs.
  • Tips to Raise Funds – Practical guide to raise financial support.
  • Visa Support – Full help with required visa documentation.
  • Speaking Opportunity – Take the stage or lead a workshop.
  • Graduation Certification – Earn an official summit certificate.
  • Summit Access – Join all events, sessions, and workshops.
  • Merchandise – Summit-branded items to take home.
  • Dinner Night – Network with top-level leaders and guests.
  • Media Interviews & Photos – Professional visibility and memories.

💼 Group/Org Discount: $310 per delegate for 3 or more.

💼 Accommodation: $150 per delegate for 4 nights

Please note: Accommodation is not included in the summit registration fees. Participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own accommodation expenses.

  • WHY PARTICIPATE YALS 2026?

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🌍 Global Networking

Connect with global leaders, changemakers, and young entrepreneurs from across Africa and beyond.

02

🗣 Voice for Africa

Contribute ideas to shape the African Youth Manifesto and influence policy change.

03

🧠 Expert-Led Sessions

Learn from top professionals on leadership, entrepreneurship, governance, and innovation.

04

📊 Business & Innovation Training

Receive practical business plan training to sharpen your entrepreneurial skills.

05

🧭 Leadership Development

Grow your leadership capacity through mentoring, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

06

🏅 Earn Recognised Certificates

Receive a Certificate of Participation and become a Certified SDG Change Ambassador.

07

🎤 Speak or Facilitate

Showcase your voice! Get a chance to speak or lead a session at the summit.

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✈️ Cultural Immersion

Explore the host country, network during tours, and enjoy authentic local experiences.

  • Who Should Attend YAL Summit 2026?

Young Leaders & Change-Makers

  • Aspiring and established leaders aged 16–45 from across Africa.

Community-Driven Individuals

  • Those passionate about making a positive impact in their local or national communities.

Students, Professionals & Entrepreneurs

  • Visionaries in academia, business, and activism who are committed to shaping Africa’s future.

African Citizens & Nationals

  • Open to anyone holding citizenship or nationality from an African country.

Future-Focused Thinkers

  • Anyone interested in leadership, entrepreneurship, climate action, poverty alleviation, and sustainable development in Africa.
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