The youth of Africa anticipate the UNGA High-level Meeting on AMR to deliver ambitious commitments that accelerate equitable efforts towards curbing Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) globally. AMR disproportionately impacts communities in the African continent which also faces a large burden of infectious diseases compared to other parts of the world (except for Asia). The diverse cultural values, prevalence of infectious diseases (including Neglected Tropical Diseases), weak healthcare systems, fragmented supply chains and economic dimensions impose distinct challenges in the fight against AMR. It is therefore imperative to recognize that the future of Africa depends on, among other developmental issues, effectively addressing the threat of AMR, as its impact extends to the economic development and social stability of the continent.
Human Rights and Democracy Festival 2023 | Freedom, Justice and Equality for All
On December 8, 2023, The Youth Cafe, collaborating with other partners, ForumCiv, Badili Africa, and Africa Uncensored, organised a national Human Rights celebration event at the Daystar University Auditorium on Valley Road, Nairobi, Kenya. The theme, "Navigating the Consequences of Economic Shocks on Human Rights: Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All," occurred from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This gathering drew a diverse audience of at least 300 participants, representing a cross-section of society, including youth, community members, persons with disabilities, and women.
International Day of Democracy 2023 | Empowering The Next Generation
The Youth Café, in collaboration with other partners, participated in the planning and execution of the International Day of Democracy celebration. The event took place on the 15th of September, 2023 at the National Museum, Nairobi. The event aimed at raising awareness, encouraging citizen participation, and fostering discussions on democratic governance and its impact on society.
The Youth Cafe Wins UNESCO Global Award!
The Youth Café is proud to announce that our digital/media information literacy projects with African youth has won FIRST place in UNESCO GLOBAL AWARDS. The award cements our goal to become a world leader in Media Information Literacy (MIL) and recognizes our extensive work on digital/media information literacy in the continent.