Justification

Youth unemployment continues to hinder economic growth and social stability in Africa. Traditional education systems often fall short in equipping students with the practical skills demanded by today’s job market, resulting in a significant gap between education and employment. Entrepreneurship and innovation present alternative pathways to job creation, offering scalable solutions to empower young people to generate opportunities for themselves and others.

This conference provides an unparalleled platform for stakeholders—including governments, donors, investors, and industry—to collaborate on scalable interventions that address youth unemployment while fostering sustainable development. The 2025 ARC-EDS offers not just discussions but actionable pathways and opportunities to invest in Africa’s future workforce and innovators.