About us
We're the voices, ideas, and energy driving Africa's next wave of change.
(01) Our story
Youthing Africa is a youth-focused platform creating space for young Africans to express themselves, discover opportunities, connect with their communities, and shape the future.
We're here for the dreamers, the doers, the creatives, the entrepreneurs, and everyone finding their own way. Through storytelling, digital media, programs, innovation, and advocacy, we're building a platform where young people can be seen, heard, and empowered to turn their ideas into action.
Africa has more than 400 million young people aged 15 to 35. That's hundreds of millions of stories waiting to be told, ideas waiting to be explored, and possibilities waiting to be unlocked.
At Youthing Africa, we believe young people deserve more than a seat at the table. They deserve platforms to share their perspectives, access opportunities, build connections, and lead change.
We're bringing these possibilities closer through media, community, creativity, and innovation.
(02) What we believe
We're here for the dreamers, the doers, the creatives, the entrepreneurs, and everyone finding their own way. Every wave starts with people willing to show up, speak out, and try something different.
What drives us
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Our vision
An Africa where every young person has the voice, space, and opportunities to shape their future.
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Our mission
To connect, empower, and inspire young Africans through digital media, storytelling, opportunities, community engagement, innovation, and advocacy.
400M+
Young Africans aged 15 to 35
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Programs for young people
54
Countries, one wave
(03) What we do
What we do
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Create
Stories, videos, podcasts and creative projects that put young African voices at the centre.
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Connect
Campus communities, shared experiences and spaces where young people find their people.
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Lead
Innovation, entrepreneurship and advocacy that turn bold ideas into action.
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Give back
Campaigns and community initiatives that turn youth energy into meaningful change.
(04) The crew
The people
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Founder
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Community lead
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Creative director
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Partnerships
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Join the wave
Every wave starts with people willing to show up, speak out, and try something different. Join our community, volunteer, or partner with us.