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African Consensus Youth Forum Outcome Document AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM OUTCOME DOCUMENT VENUE: TANZANIA EMBASSY, BEIJING DATE: MAY 16 th 2015 AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM OUTCOME DOCUMENT WHAT YOUTH WANTS?! AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM 2 AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM OUTCOME DOCUMENT CONTENTS 04 A Word from the Chairman 06 Youth Forum Agenda 07 Our Panelists 12 Introductory Remarks 15 Opening Speech 17 Quotes from the Forum 18 Concluding Remarks 20 Interview with H.E A Shimbo 23 Way Forward 24 Supporting Documents CONTACT INFO: C/O Tanzania embassy 8 Liang Ma He Nan Lu, Sanlitun District, 100600 Beijing, P. R. CHINA africanconsensus.org [email protected] @africaconsensus africanconsensus African Consensus 3 AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM OUTCOME DOCUMENT A WORD FROM THE CHAIRMAN of ownership for the Forum, has been growing across stakeholders, arguably this is very crucial for building an effective and sustainable Platform. Despite the initial milestones we have achieved so far, African Consensus Forum has a long way to go and face a number of challenges: To mention a few: There is a need to have a complete buy-in from African governments and other key stakeholders; Stakeholders need to assume a more active role in supporting the initiative; and also the need to increase our engagement by expanding our outreach by incorporating more stakeholders across sectors and regions. Undeniably, African Consensus Secretariat, through support from stake holders and sponsors is determined to strengthen its Secretariat by building its capacity in terms For the past two years, African Consensus of manpower, exposure and expertise to be able Forum Team has been immensely engrossed to run day-to-day operations, and deliver the in sharing this fresh economic paradigm for entrusted duties efficiently. Africa’s sustainable development with the key stakeholders across the continent. The Team, In our efforts to increase outreach and gather among other activities, managed to meet: State inputs from various groups, African Consensus Leaders; Ministers; Senior Officials; Civil Society, Forum had successfully organized a Women of Business and Finance Leaders. Africa Round-table in 2014 and Youth Forum (2015) both in Beijing, China. This report therefore During this period a lot has been shared, but more highlights the proceedings from the recent Youth importantly, there has been a general consensus Forum, recommendations and a way forward. that Africa has rich, although fragmented practical experiences. Imperatively, it has been On behalf of the African Consensus Team, we emphasized that inclusive platforms such as appreciate for the support we have been rendered this one are effective for experience sharing by our Stakeholders, Sponsors, and Partners in and synchronizing initiatives for sustainable delivering our duties. We once again, appeal for development. more support in future so as to register desirable milestones. Moreover, during this period the African Consensus Forum further acknowledged the multi- John P.M. Masuka, stakeholders’ nature of this Forum and presence Chairman, African Consensus of other initiatives with similar objectives. In that effect, we will continue to work closely with such initiatives to complement each other and maintain focus. In addition, some clear sense 4 AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM OUTCOME DOCUMENT AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM: “WHAT YOUTH WANTS?!” BACKGROUND The Youth Forum is one of the Mini-Forums that focus on building the inclusive, bottom-up approach to allow specific groups and regions to share views and experiences on challenges facing Africa. The outcome from these Mini-Forums will form a crucial input for our African Consensus Annual Forums that would eventually come up with a “blue-print” featuring fresh and viable approach to overcome those challenges based on pragmatism and sustainability. THE THEME “What Youth Wants?!” TOPICS Panel I: ........ How to Build the Next Generation of Leaders and Entrepreneurs. Panel II: ........ What Africa Can Learn From China-Youth Perspective. TARGET GROUP The Forum targeted Youth from all over the continent currently studying or working in China. Diplomats, experts and other stakeholders residing in China were also invited to listen to the Youth and share experiences. DATE & VENUE 16th May at Tanzania Embassy - Beijing How to build the next generation of African leaders & entrepreneurs! What can Africa learn from China ? Youth Perspective • African Leaders coming together (African Unity) • Youth Integration in Policy and Decision Making • Improved Education • The Use (misuse) of Social Media • Health Issues • Unemployment and the role of Embassies • Infrastructure Development • Security Issues • Encouraging China- Africa Relations • African Youth integrating in Chinese Society • Ethical Practices by Foreign Firms in Africa & Sustainability of Investments • Leadership and Governance 5 AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM OUTCOME DOCUMENT YOUTH FORUM AGENDA 16TH MAY 2015 Time Item Panelists 13:30 - 14:00 Registration of All Participants 14:00 - 14:15 Introductory Remarks by the African Consensus Chairman Opening Speech by H.E A.Shimbo Ambassador of the United 14:15 - 14:30 Republic of Tanzania to P.R. China SESSION 1: BUILDING THE NEXT GENERATION OF AFRICAN LEADERS & ENTREPRENEURS Chaired by: Edward Duke (Nigeria) While building the Next Generation of Leaders and Entrepreneurs it is crystal clear that there are key questions such as: How, When, Ms.Molefi and Who should be involved. A recent summit of African leaders (Lesotho) declared that we are now in the midst of the “African Youth Decade” (2009-2018), what the youth needs more than ever is to be Ms.Changamire 14:30 - 15:50 heard and involved in the implementation of measures to make our (Zimbabwe) lives better”. Panelists shall discuss various parameters such as: Youth involvement in policy and important decision making; gender Mr.Mwila “inclusive” ideas in Developing “African” Youth; redefining their (Zambia) role in key production activities; and changing perception towards agriculture and its viability. 15:30 - 15:50 Tea break SESSION 2: WHAT AFRICA CAN LEARN FROM CHINA (YOUTH PERSPECTIVE) Chaired by: Collins Kayeye (Zambia) While China, a number two economy in the world has been performing outstandingly with economic growth of over 7%, Mr.Madzikwa Sino-Africa engagements have also been deepening. Are there any (Zimbabwe) lessons that can help both parties take these relations to higher strides? Dr.Emmanuel (Ghana) Further, Africa is still facing numerous challenges such as lack 15:50 - 16:50 of adequate infrastructure to support investments and deliver Mr.Dembere proper healthcare services, coupled with management challenges (Tanzania) that hinder moving forward at the desired pace. This Panel will also discuss from the Youth Perspective: Lessons Africa can Mr.Nassurdine learn from China to improve its current situation. And how the (The Comoros) role of Embassies, Youth interaction and proper technological advancements can better be incorporated in the whole Agenda! 16:50 - 17:00 Closing Statement Youth Voice GROUP PHOTO END OF FORUM 6 AFRICAN CONSENSUS YOUTH FORUM OUTCOME DOCUMENT OUR PANELISTS “WHAT YOUTH WANTS?!” AMINA JARSO, KENYA Africa’s future is pegged [email protected] on learning from its past mistakes, building on its rich Our Moderator, Amina, is an traditions and culture, and sharing aeronautical engineering student experiences across the continent. at Beihang University and also an Patently Youth play a crucial role intern at a leading company in in any society, this platform is thus China’s general aviation; YingGe timely established for this group aviation services, formerly working to share their ideas and share as junior Africa researcher for a experiences. In my opinion Youths journalism think-tank of Chinese and know what they want, they just need a foreign nationals. She is also the founder of hand-up, an opportunity and freedom to an education NGO; Layshbu working in northern make it happen.” Kenya to equip learning, inspire thinking and empower creating for young students to drive a new era of independent growth and development. She is a hyper polyglot speaking over seven languages and working towards a career as a commercial airline pilot. She is passionate about intellectual social change and making a difference. Her goal is to have her life power something greater than herself. Kenya MOJA MOLEFI, LESOTHO [email protected] Moja is a young lady hailing from The Kingdom of Lesotho!! A recent graduate from the Beijing Language and Culture University, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics and Mandarin Chinese, her life in China has largely been defined by organizational activities, with emphasis on mentorship, career guidance and social gatherings. It is with these past time endeavors that she really experienced a shift in her life from an average student to a critical thinker with deeper aspirations that Lesotho solidified her interest and passion about African development, and the “lifting as you rise” mentality that resonates with incorporating youth in decision Since the Youths are leaders of making. As a young graduate who has had an tomorrow, their involvement in incredible opportunity to start her career here in decisions that will definitely affect their lives China, she also strives to pass on knowledge just as is superlative. Among others, Youths need a she was mentored. For leisure, you will find Moja platform to share their ideas, experiences, and scouting bookshops for her next read;
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