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ADS 2025, Sub-theme 1 – Youth Stage
In Focus
In case you missed it
- Watch the recording of the High-Level Policy Dialogue that took place on 30 May on or on our website on YouTube in and .
- Watch the recording of the International Webinars that took place on 7 May, 14 May and 21 May.
- Watch the recording of the Youth Stages that took place on 8 May,15 May and 22 May.
- Read our latest policy briefs on Learning from the Past: Transatlantic Slave Trade, Colonialism, Extractive Economies and Institutions in Africa, Understanding the Present: Economic, Social and Cultural Justice for Sustainable Development and Building the Future: Healing and Reparations towards Socio-Economic Justice for Africans and People of African Descent.
Week 1 | Day Four — 8 May
“Africa is a continent of immense potential. It is home to vast resources, a dynamic and young population, and untapped opportunities for innovation. With the youngest population in the world, we have the potential to drive global change.”
Ms. Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General, United Nations
The first Youth Stage of the Africa Dialogue Series will discuss the sub-theme “Learning from the Past: Transatlantic Slave Trade, Colonialism, Extractive Economies and Institutions in Africa.”
This important dialogue is part of a broader initiative to unpack the African Union’s theme of the year and engage young people in meaningful discussions about our collective past and future.
The dialogue seeks to:
? Explore the lasting impact of colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade on Africa’s development trajectory.
? Examine current institutional and economic structures rooted in extractive models.
? Reflect on how young people can champion change toward peace, justice, and sustainable development (aligned with SDG 16);
? Inspire action through intergenerational exchange and thought leadership.
Register to join the conversation by clicking on this , the image, or scanning the QR code.