September 13
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Unveils Initiative to Reduce Unemployment By 20 Percent in Five Years
Premium Times
"The key goals are to reduce youth unemployment by 20 per cent in the next five years and achieve a 50 per cent increase in youth-led enterprise." Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Convenes a Regional Consultation On the Youth, Peace and Security Agenda [document]
SADC
The SADC Secretariat convened a three-day meeting of Member States, from 02 to 04 September 2024, to present the draft regional strategy on Youth, Peace and Security (YPS).… Read more »
Kenya: 6 Students Killed in a Hit-and-Run Accident At Wiitu Shopping Center On the Kitui-Kibwezi Road
Capital FM
Six students have been killed in a hit and run accident at Wiitu shopping center on the Kitui-Kibwezi road. Read more »
Liberia: Empowering the Next Generation - the Key to a Thriving Democracy [opinion]
Liberian Observer
As we approach the International Day of Democracy on 15 September, it's crucial to reflect on the role of the next generation in shaping the future of democratic governance. This… Read more »
Nigeria: Swag Empowers IDP Girls
Daily Trust
The Stand With A Girl (SWAG) initiative has hosted a transformative "Career Day" for 60 girls at the Wassa Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Abuja in the FCT. Read more »
Nigeria: Team Nasarawa Eye Victory At 8th National Youth Games
Daily Trust
Team Nasarawa has expressed its determination and readiness to put up superlative performances at the 8th edition of the National Youth Games which commenced yesterday in Asaba,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Natfoods Donates to Rekai Tangwena Children's Home
The Herald
As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) programmes, National Foods Limited has extended a helping hand to the Nyanga based Rekai Tangwena Children's Home, providing… Read more »
September 12
South Africa: Cutting of 2,400 Teacher Posts Questioned in Western Cape Parliament
GroundUp
MEC for education David Maynier insists it is an "absolute last resort" Read more »
Africa: Why Mpox in Africa Was Ignored for Too Long and Children Are Dying As a Result - Podcast [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
An epidemic of mpox in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is spreading quickly, particularly among young children. At least 20,000 people are known to be infected in… Read more »
Africa: World News in Brief - Unicef Mpox Response in DR Congo, 'Unprecedented' Threat to Sudan's Heritage, Call to Suspend Cambodia Journalism Charter
UN News
The UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) is stepping up lifesaving support to the Congolese Government to protect children under 15 from mpox, who account for around 60 per cent of… Read more »
Uganda: Report Reveals High Rates of Violence Against Children in Uganda's Refugee Settlements
Nile Post
A new survey conducted in Uganda's refugee settlements has revealed alarming rates of violence against children, highlighting the harsh realities faced by young people in these… Read more »
South Africa: 'Our Children Deserve Better' - Opposition Parties Decry Western Cape's Plan to Cut 2,400 Teacher Posts
Daily Maverick
Opposition parties in the Western Cape have expressed frustration over the provincial education department's plan to cut more than 2,400 teacher posts, describing it as an attack… Read more »
Nigeria: Governor Rewards Youths for Shunning #EndBadGovernance Protest
Premium Times
The governor announced several reward packages for the state's youth. For instance, 2,000 youths will receive a N500,000 grant and N250,000 start-up capital. Read more »
Kenya: 20,000 Youth to Be Recruited Under Climate Worx Initiative to Support Nairobi River Regeneration
Capital FM
The government is set to recruit 20,000 youth under Climate WorX Mtaani Initiative to support the Nairobi River regeneration project Read more »
South Africa: Teen Suicide Crisis in Schools Sparks Call for Urgent Action
Daily Maverick
A disturbing number of suicides among school learners and staff underscores the critical need for robust mental health support in schools. Anxiety, depression, bullying and online… Read more »
Tanzania: IPU President Urges Prioritizing Youth Education, Employment
Daily News
Armenia: President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania, Dr. Tulia Ackson, has underscored the pressing challenges facing youth… Read more »
Malawi: Blantyre District Environmental Health Office Register 89% Rise in Vaccine Immunization
Nyasa Times
Blantyre District Environmental Health Officer (DEHO), Innocent Mvula has expressed gratitude over Healthy Strengthening Immunisation System Project saying the use of Mother Care… Read more »
September 11
South Africa: South Africa Is Failing Its Youngest Children - Report Flags Critical Gaps in Early Learning, Social Protection and Health Care [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Nearly 10 years ago South Africa outlined its commitment to invest in the health and development of young children. Read more »
Congo-Brazzaville: Unemployment Tops the List of Youth Concerns in Congo-Brazzaville
Afrobarometer
Like their elders, most young citizens think the country is headed in "the wrong direction." Read more »
Gambia: SCYA Donates School Materials to Students
Foroyaa
The Sare Chikam Youth Association (SCYA), in Sare Chikam Village, Upper Niumi District has over the weekend donated learning materials to school-going children and awarded the… Read more »
Kenya: African Youth Commit to Food System Transformation Ahead of COP29
Capital FM
Youth from across Africa have pledged to take a leading role in transforming the continent's food systems in the lead-up to COP29, scheduled for November in Baku, Azerbaijan. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Remands Man to Ponder On Upkeep Plan for Four Children
Premium Times
His recently divorced wife petitioned the court to help her recover some of her property from him. Read more »
Rwanda: World Bank Approves $200 Million for Skills Development in Rwanda
New Times
The World Bank has approved new funding to empower and build the skills of more than 200,000 youths in Rwanda through the 'Priority Skills for Growth and Youth Empowerment (PSGYE)'… Read more »
Nigeria: NDDC Denies Youth Internship Scheme List
Leadership
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dissociated itself from certain lists circulating in the social media, purportedly representing selected beneficiaries of the NDDC… Read more »
Nigeria: Flooding - Over 200,000 Displaced, Children Missing in Maiduguri
Daily Trust
The flooding that hit Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, in the wee hours of yesterday has submerged hundreds of houses and destroyed lots of properties. Read more »