Africa's Uprising: Perspectives from the Genda Foundation

Africa stands at a crossroads. With over 60% of its population under the age of 25, the continent carries the world’s most vibrant demographic dividend. Yet this immense strength is too often excluded from meaningful governance and policy processes.

Africa’s Uprising: Perspectives from the GENDA Foundation is more than a book. It is a policy guide, a historical record, and a roadmap for inclusive governance. It is anchored in the conviction that Africa’s youth must be recognized not only as beneficiaries of development but as the architects of a new continental future.

This volume brings together insights from:
• David Nwokorie, a foremost youth advocate and convener of Africa’s most influential SDG-focused youth conference
• Dr. Godspower Oshodin, an international journalist whose media work has shaped political narratives across the continent
• Ms. Kumashe Yakuugh, a media professional and author championing gender parity in Africa’s political and civic spaces

Together, these voices chart a bold vision for an Africa where young people are not merely referenced in conversation but fully engaged in shaping policy, transforming societies, and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.

At GENDA, we believe the future of Africa is not a distant horizon. It is a present reality being shaped daily by the energy, creativity, and resilience of its youth. This book is therefore a call to governments, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector—to move from rhetoric to action, from tokenism to institutional inclusion, and from exclusion to genuine empowerment.

We are confident that readers will find in these pages both inspiration and practical strategies for unlocking the full potential of Africa’s young generation.

GENDA Foundation
Abuja, Nigeria
2025