Nasser International Strengthens Africa’s Youth Leadership Agenda at 2025 Pan-African Youth Forum: A Continental Triumph
The 2025 Pan-African Youth Forum in Djibouti, hosted by the African Union Commission, showcased Nasser International's commitment to youth diplomacy and African integration. The event, themed 'From Ambition to Action: Youth as Catalysts for Sustainable Development', highlighted the organization's growing influence and dedication to Agenda 2063.
Anthropologist Hassan Ghazaly, the founder of Nasser International, emphasized the significance of Egypt's participation, marking a milestone in youth engagement across Africa. He highlighted Djibouti's unique role as a cultural and geographic bridge between the Arab and African regions, underscoring the Forum's values of pluralism, inclusion, and cross-border collaboration.
The diverse delegation, comprising young professionals from various backgrounds and nationalities, exemplified the Forum's broad reach. The Egyptian delegation included Dr. Mohamed Ezz and Engineer Rowan Al-Omda, while Sudan was represented by Engineer Hudhaifa Al-Hassan, and The Gambia by legal expert Bubba Fatty. UN activist Malika Elias from Djibouti further emphasized the regional diversity.
Ghazaly emphasized the delegation's commitment to empowering African youth through shared learning, regional dialogue, and leadership exchange. This diversity, he argued, strengthens cooperation and enriches discussions on development, governance, and entrepreneurship.
Engineer Hudhaifa Al-Hassan, Secretary-General of the Arab-African Youth Council and a Nasser International Leadership Fellowship alumnus, detailed the Forum's major contribution during the summit. He revealed the hosting of a special side panel, 'The Role of Inclusive Markets and Inclusive Business in Achieving Regional Integration', exploring youth-driven models for socioeconomic progress.
Nasser International delegates advocated for a shift from isolated local initiatives to broader continental cooperation frameworks. They argued that regional coalitions are more effective in driving economic, social, and leadership transformation. The delegation shared insights from projects promoting youth empowerment through leadership training, entrepreneurship support, and youth-centered development programs.
The Forum's long-term vision includes equipping young leaders with skills for African integration, good governance, and regional development. Since 2019, Nasser International has grown into a leading continental platform for youth leadership and public diplomacy, focusing on cultural bridges, regional cooperation, and youth-led initiatives.
The Nasser International Leadership Fellowship, Nasser Youth Movement for Bilateral Relations Development, National Vanguard School, and Nasser Social Platform (experimental) are key components. The official website acts as a resource hub for leadership development and international engagement.
This comprehensive ecosystem ensures that future African leaders are equipped with knowledge and real-world experience, influencing policy, driving integration, and promoting sustainable growth. The 2025 Forum in Djibouti demonstrated Nasser International's expanding role in shaping Africa's leadership future, empowering youth as central actors in the continent's development journey.
