Youth delegates of the African Youth and Governance Convergence (AYGC) are appealing to Africa Union member-states to support the development and improvement of indigenous appropriate agriculture technologies. The group added that to boost growth of the agricultural sector and ensure food security, there is a need to promote climate-smart techniques and user-friendly digital systems which …
Delegates at the 14th African Youth and Governance Convergence have called on African governments and leaders to prioritise digital technology as a key driver in promoting the youth development agenda across all sectors. While advocating for online education platforms, delegates also recommended offline models to cater for the digital divide experienced by many young people …
Youth Bridge Foundation, Ghana’s leading youth-focused organization in line with the Africa Youth Charter has been championing the African youth in leadership agenda through the African Youth and Governance Convergence (AYGC). For 13 consecutive years, the foundation has set the pace to foster a connected African youth, achieving a great deal of success with anglophone, francophone, Diaspora, …
The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Arts in collaboration with Youth Bridge Foundation (YBF), Zambia is set to host the 14th edition of African Youth and Governance Convergence (AYGC) with Zambia as host country, from 8th – 13th August 2022 under the theme ‘HARNESSING TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL INNOVATION TO ADVANCE AFRICA’S YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AGENDA’. It …
From a COVID pandemic in 2020 to hosting two virtual convergences (2020 and 2021) and now the steady easing of restrictions, the African Youth and Governance Convergence (AYGC) has stood firm, thrived and adjusted to the new normal. This has been made possible through the Youth Bridge Foundation (YBF) and its Board’s efforts, alumni inspired …
From Northern Rhodesia to Zambia, the traces of your commitment and passion for the African youth lies undeniable before our eyes, and for that we are forever grateful. The Youth Bridge Foundation testifies to your immense contribution in the development of Africa’s Youth. We recollect the warm reception you gave us at your residence during …
YOUTH BRIDGE FOUNDATION COMMISERATES WITH ZAMBIA ON THE DEATH OF H. E. KENNETH KAUNDA Read More »
Dear AYGC Family,A year on and the COVID-19 disease continues to affect families and countries globally. Notwithstanding, I invite you toseize the moment to reflect on how far we have come, adjusted and living through our new normal.Respectfully, kudos to all our Alumni for your resilience and tireless contributions towards the awareness andalleviation of the …
ANNOUNCEMENT OF AYGC 2021-STATEMENT BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Read More »
Tribute byMr Seth Oteng, Executive Director Youth Bridge Foundation (Ghana, Zambia) On behalf of the African Youth andGovernance Convergence (AYGC) Community across the African Continent and in the Diaspora As the death of H.E. John Pombe Magufuli was announced across the globe, silent tearsdropped loudly as the beating of drums and wailing were heard In …
The Youth Bridge Foundation (YBF) is an independent non-profit organization committed to youth development in Ghana, across the continent of Africa and among Diasporan young people. It strives to achieve its purpose and mandate through cutting-edge and evidence-based youth research, sustained advocacy, training and mentorship. In advocating for improved social accountability and participatory governance, YBF …
