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Eight editions. Hundreds of young leaders. One unwavering mission, to place Africa's youth at the centre of the continent's future.
Our Journey
Nine years of youth power.
Each edition of the YouLead Summit has responded to the most urgent challenges of its time, producing declarations, policy commitments, and networks that outlast the event itself. Click any edition to explore the full story.
2023
8th Edition
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14 – 18 August 2023Arusha, Tanzania300+ Delegates23+ Countries
Breaking Barriers, Building the Future
Youth Advancing Sustainable Development Through Peace, Justice & Green Transition
The 8th edition convened over 300 delegates from 23 countries, focusing on the critical intersection of peace, reparative justice, and environmental sustainability.
PeaceJusticeGreen Transition
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2022
7th Edition
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20 – 24 November 2022Nairobi, Kenya280+ Delegates19+ Countries
Digital Transformation & Youth Innovation
Harnessing Technology to Accelerate Youth Employment and Pan-African Integration
Held in Africa's Silicon Savannah, the 7th edition explored how digital technologies can accelerate youth employment and civic engagement across East Africa.
Digital EconomyInnovationTech
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2021
6th Edition
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08 – 12 November 2021Arusha, Tanzania (Hybrid)250+ Delegates21+ Countries
Post-Pandemic Recovery & Youth Resilience
Rebuilding Africa's Future: Economic Recovery, Mental Health, and Youth-Inclusive Policy
A landmark hybrid summit addressing the socio-economic impacts of COVID-19 on young Africans and charting a bold, youth-led path for resilient recovery.
RecoveryResilienceHealth
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Coming Soon
The next chapter is May 2026.
YouLead 2026, the 9th edition. Arusha, Tanzania. Register now to be part of history.