In Focus
In case you missed it
- Watch the recording of the High-Level Policy Dialogue that took place on 30 May on or on our website on YouTube in and .
- Watch the recording of the International Webinars that took place on 7 May, 14 May and 21 May.
- Watch the recording of the Youth Stages that took place on 8 May, 15 May and 22 May.
- Read our latest policy briefs on Learning from the Past: Transatlantic Slave Trade, Colonialism, Extractive Economies and Institutions in Africa, Understanding the Present: Economic, Social and Cultural Justice for Sustainable Development and Building the Future: Healing and Reparations towards Socio-Economic Justice for Africans and People of African Descent.
Week 1 | Day Four — 8 May
麻豆APP
Africa is a continent of immense potential. It is home to vast resources, a dynamic and young population, and untapped opportunities for innovation. With the youngest population in the world, we have the potential to drive global change.
Ms. Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General, 麻豆APP
The first Youth Stage of the Africa Dialogue Series will discuss the sub-theme “Learning from the Past: Transatlantic Slave Trade, Colonialism, Extractive Economies and Institutions in Africa.”
This important dialogue is part of a broader initiative to unpack the African Union’s theme of the year and engage young people in meaningful discussions about our collective past and future.
The dialogue seeks to:
? Explore the lasting impact of colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade on Africa’s development trajectory.
? Examine current institutional and economic structures rooted in extractive models.
? Reflect on how young people can champion change toward peace, justice, and sustainable development (aligned with SDG 16);
? Inspire action through intergenerational exchange and thought leadership.
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General Information
Launch Messages
- Ms. Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General, 麻豆APP
- H.E. Selma Malika Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson, African Union Commission
Week 1: 5 - 9 May
Sub-theme 1: Learning from the Past: Transatlantic Slave Trade, Colonialism, Extractive Economies and Institutions in Africa
- Documentary Video Screening
- Video Interviews with Experts
- International Webinar
- Youth Stage
- Arts and Culture
Week 2: 12 - 16 May
Sub-theme 2: Understanding the Present: Economic, Social and Cultural Justice for Sustainable Development
- Documentary Video Screening
- Video Interviews with Experts
- International Webinar
- Youth Stage
- Arts and Culture
Week 3: 19 - 23 May
Sub-theme 3: Building the Future: Healing and Reparations towards Socio-Economic Justice for Africans and People of African Descent
- Documentary Video Screening
- Video Interviews with Experts
- International Webinar
- Youth Stage | La place aux jeunes
- Arts and Culture
30 May
High-level Policy Dialogue
- HLPD Home
- HLPD Programme
- High-level Opening Segment
- Setting the Stage
- Interactive Roundtable on the Theme of ADS 2025
- Closing Segment