THE AFRICA GLOBAL INITIATIVE

The continent of Africa is fueled by the promise presented by its youth and its dynamism. Its population is predicted to double from 1.2 billion by 2050. Africa’s 54 countries are incredibly diverse, whether from a linguistic, economic, or cultural perspective– from North to South, East, and West, Africa’s civil-society sector is vigorous. The Northeastern University Africa Global Initiative will mutually empower its African students, alumni, faculty, staff, and partners.

ABOUT AGI

SUPPORT US

NASO

READ OUR 2022 ANNUAL REPORT

The African continent includes 54 countries with a predominantly young population, each with its own ambitious economic goals. Top universities, dynamic industries, and a vibrant entrepreneurship culture characterize many African countries. Northeastern’s excellence as a global and innovative R1 research university, coupled with its focus on experiential education, matches the vital African landscape and poises us for expanded and important engagement across key regions in Africa.

Download the Annual Report

Africa Day 2023: Harnessing the Potential of Africa’s Youth for Sustainable Economic Development

Navy Geometric Business Conference Facebook Cover (4)

Event Date: Thursday, May 18, 2023

1-3 pm: Zoom Discussion

6-8 pm: Dinner Reception at the Cabral

Kindly Register Here

Save the date

Day(s)

:

Hour(s)

:

Minute(s)

:

Second(s)

The African continent is currently experiencing a youth bulge, with over 60% of its population being under the age of 25. This presents a significant challenge and opportunity for the continent’s development.

As an organization dedicated to promoting African culture and heritage, we recognize the critical role that the African youth play in shaping the continent’s future. We believe that this event will provide a platform for experts, youth leaders, and entrepreneurs to share insights and explore solutions to harnessing the potential of Africa’s youthful population for sustainable economic development.

The goals of the Africa day event are as follow:

- Provide a better understanding of the impact of demographic dividend, it challenges and explore solutions to taking advantage of it
- Increased awareness of youth participation in policymaking and governance in Africa
- Provide platform for networking and collaboration among faculty, students, alumni and youth leaders with diverse interest and inspiring work
- Re-affirm Northeastern role as a global partner in preparing African Youth for sustainable development home and aboard

Program

Zoom Conversation: 1-3 pm

MC

Dr. Hazel Sive, Chair of the Africa Global Initiative. Dean of the college of Social Science & professor of Biology

Keynote

Keynote Address: Harnessing the Potential of Africa’s youth for Sustainable Economic Development

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Gbemi Disu, Vice President of Global Network Expansion, Northeastern University

Youth at the Forefront Storytelling

Topic: Encouraging Youth Participation in Governance and Policy Making: A Pathway to Inclusive Development in Africa

Speakers:

Rachel Joy Boakye, Masters in International Affairs from American University. Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Augustana College. Research Assistant, African Center at United States Institute of Peace

Wantoe T. Wantoe, Studies Master’s of Public Policy (M.P.P.) at University of Oxford. Member of the United Nations Department of Global Communication Youth Steering Committe

Youth Led Solution Panel Dicussion

Topic: Innovative Youth-led solutions: Exploring Youth CEO methods in Impacting African Youth and Creating Jobs

Moderator

Killion Mokwete, Co-Founder of Social Impact Collective (SIC) Inc RIBA Architect /Associate Teaching Professor at Northeastern University School of Architecture

Panelists

Wainright Acquoi, CEO of TRIBE. Social Entrepreneur + Lecturer

Mohamed T. Kante, Founder of iNERDE Inc. & Lean Impakt LLC, Operational Excellence & Innovation @ Dell Technologies

Dinner Reception: 6 – 8pm at The Cabral Center in John D O’Bryant African American Institute

Join us for an amazing evening of networking and delicious African cuisine.

(Due to space constraints, the Africa day networking dinner will only be open to Northeastern students and alumni on the Boston campus)

Remember to REGISTER

RECENT EVENTS

Northeastern’s First Africa Business Conference

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Northeastern’s inaugural Africa Business Conference was organized by the D’Amore-McKim School of Business’s Center for Emerging Markets.

From ehealth to urban logistics, food to fintech, e-commerce to sustainable grids and cybersecurity, Africa’s expanding economy holds the promise of rapid growth for tech startups and traditional companies alike, offering innovative solutions to global challenges. The conference offered members of our community—business leaders, students, researchers, and entrepreneurs—the opportunity to network and engage with inspiring changemakers in Africa through keynote speeches and panel discussions.

News@Northeastern: There may be a new world economic power: Africa

President Joseph E. Aoun

Amb Rama Yade and Pr Jonathan Esole

Dilip Pal and Pr Ravi Ramamurti

Subodh Chanrai

Florie Liser and Ayo Oyebanjo

AGI

The Global Work Citizen inaugural program connects Huskies to African partners

Aug 8, 2022 | 6 min read

Employer Engagement and Career Design in collaboration with Global Co-op Faculty run the brand-new Global Work Citizen summer badge program. This immersive month-long virtual program was designed especially for first year learners. It aimed to introduce Huskies to global partners early in their university journey and encourage students to cultivate a global mindset during and beyond their time at Northeastern.