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Namuganza: My Journey to Parliament
A New Dawn for Uganda’s Parliament – Restoring Dignity and Honouring Our Liberation LegacyDear fellow Ugandans, I, Hon. Princess Persis Namuganza, Bukono County MP-elect and proud daughter of the soil, stand before you today as we begin this 30-day journey…
The Untapped potential of Uganda’s youth in socio-economic development
In Uganda, the National Youth Policy defines youth as individuals aged 18 to 30, but in everyday social and economic discussions, this extends up to 35 years. This age group isn’t just large, it’s dominant. Over 75% of Uganda’s population is under…
At 34 years old, Mamdani’s win inspires Ugandans who see hope in youth joining politics
The opposition leader in the Ugandan Parliament sees the Ugandan-born Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the New York mayoral race as an inspiring political shift but somehow too distant for many Africans at home. “It’s a big encouragement even to us…
Regional Boot Camps Boosting Youth Creativity Innovation
By Nanteza Sarah Kyobe Africa-Press – Uganda. Throughout last week, UNICEF Uganda, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Sports and the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, held innovation boot camps in the Greater North and Eastern regions…
Opinion: Why Young People Belong in Boardrooms: Building the Next Generation of Spot-On Leaders
By Athieno Stella MarionSecretary General, Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) For decades, the image of a boardroom has been synonymous with experience — senior leaders in suits, seasoned professionals with years of service and a wealth of institutional knowledge.…
UPDF, Entebbe Municipal Council Launch Youth-Driven Environmental Campaign
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Air Force, in partnership with environmentalists and the Entebbe Municipal Council, launched a youth-driven environmental campaign dubbed Students Go Green Initiative at Marines Primary School playgrounds in Entebbe. Held under the theme “Go Green:…
African Development Bank and Angola launch $125 million drive to boost youth entrepreneurship
LUANDA, Angola, October 21, 2025/ — The African Development Bank Group (), in partnership with the Government of Angola and the European Union, has launched a $125 million Youth Employment Project (Crescer Project) to spur entrepreneurship and job creation among young Angolans. The project will create…
African Development Bank chief joins global push to turn youth into economic powerhouse
African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) President Dr Sidi Ould Tah on Monday joined global leaders on the World Bank Group’s High-Level Advisory Council on Jobs, championing Africa’s demographic dividend and the drive for youth employment. Invited by World Bank Group…
Top 5 In-Demand Tech Skills for African Youth in 2025
Presented by Block-Scholars Africa In today’s digital age, tech skills are no longer optional—they’re essential. Whether you’re looking to increase your employability, build a sustainable career, or stay ahead in a rapidly changing world, mastering relevant digital skills is the…
Africa’s Youth Futures: Resilience, Challenges, and Opportunities In 2024
Africa is home to the world’s youngest population—and its future depends on how well today’s youth are empowered to thrive. The Africa Youth Futures Report 2024, published by The Youth Café, provides a comprehensive look into the realities, challenges, and…