• Make impact

    • Sharing our models

    At Young Africa, we believe that lasting change is achieved by sharing proven solutions. For over 26 years, we’ve pioneered sustainable, impactful youth empowerment models that have transformed the lives of over 320,000 economically, socially, and educationally disadvantaged young people across sub-Saharan Africa.

    Let’s work together to make it happen.

    Proven, scalable models

    Our empowerment models are designed to be adaptable, allowing organisations to implement, customise, and expand them according to local needs. 

    The franchise
    business model

    Young Africa’s unique franchise model has been recognised by UNEVOC-UNESCO as a best practice in youth empowerment.

    The mobile
    training approach

    Young Africa’s mobile training delivers practical skills and vocational training directly to underserved, remote communities, ensuring inclusive youth empowerment.

    The integrated youth
    development model

    Addresses the need for holistic youth development through a tested and proven support package of services and skills.

    What you get 

    Training and support
    Partners in the Youth Empowerment Network benefit from organisational training and hands-on guidance provided by our experienced team. We support your organisation every step of the way, ensuring you have the resources and insights needed to maximise local impact.

    Access to a collaborative network
    When you join, you become part of a network of NPOs, CBOs, and youth advocates across Africa. This collective empowers you with a wealth of knowledge sharing, resource pooling, and strategic partnerships that can drive transformative change.

    Where we work

    Click on a country to learn more about the projects we have carried out there or to read more about the training center located in that area.

    • 6 countries
    • 30 partners
    • 10 centres
    Where we work

    Contact us

    Partner for impact

    Want to create impact with us? Interested in our unique approach in partnering with us or if you have any other questions? Please contact us – our team will be happy to work with you.

    Programmes

    See our programmes to see the models in action.

    Care to Share

    In Zimbabwe, where youth unemployment remains alarmingly high, access to practical skills training is more urgent than ever. Many young people, especially the most vulnerable, struggle to find pathways into dignified work, financial independence, and sustainable livelihoods. Care to Share responds to this need by equipping disadvantaged youth with life-changing skills, while also strengthening local organisations to replicate Young Africa’s proven models of empowerment.

    Zimbabwe

    Control +A

    The Control +A project is designed to increase digital inclusion and improve economic opportunities for disadvantaged youth in Zambia.

    Zambia

    SUNstainable Youth Empowerment

    According to the World Bank, only 28% of the population has access to electricity, with a stark urban-rural divide, exacerbating the impact of energy shortages. The transformative programme at the Lilayi Centre is designed to address youth unemployment, energy shortages, and environmental needs in Zambia.

    Zambia
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