The vital role of Africa's youth in shaping the continent's energy future

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Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its energy evolution, and it is essential that the continent's youth have a prominent voice at the table. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

According to the UN, African youth make up the world's fastest-growing youth population, with over 60% of the continent's population under 25 years old, representing both a significant opportunity for growth and major challenges in unemployment and lack of opportunities.

This young population possesses creativity and ambition but faces obstacles like insufficient job creation, leading to high rates of unemployment, particularly among young women.

The African Union's Youth Development outlook shares that with more than 400 million young people aged between 15 and 35, Africa has the youngest population in the world and calls for an increase of investment in economic and social development factors.

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