Kenya is set to host the All-Country Conference (ACC 2025), an event poised to galvanize a new generation of leaders and innovators across Africa.
Organized by CorpsAfrica, a pioneering force in youth-led development, the conference aims to bring together 1,000 participants from ten African nations for a week dedicated to skills exchange, learning, and collaboration.
As the continent witnesses a surge of activism from Gen Z—young people demanding opportunities for growth, employment, and entrepreneurship—the timing of ACC 2025 is critical.
Attendees will include partners such as the Mastercard Foundation and Kenya Airways, which will facilitate travel for participants from various countries.
This collaboration seeks to explore new partnerships in support of volunteerism and African philanthropy.
Dr. Patricia Kingori-Mugendi, the CorpsAfrica Director, emphasized the importance of adapting to the evolving job market during a stakeholder’s breakfast meeting held on Thursday.
“The way jobs looked ten years ago is not the way they look today,” she noted. “We must encourage our youth not just to seek employment but to embrace entrepreneurship.”
She highlighted the transformative power of volunteerism, stating that individuals who engage in such programs develop a resilience and outlook on life that sets them apart from their peers.
Dr. Kingori-Mugendi also voiced her concerns about rural-urban migration, arguing that simply moving young people to cities will not solve the pressing issues they face.
“This shift will only lead to further frustrations within the city,” she warned, urging a focus on grassroots solutions.
Patricia disclosed that the conference will serve as a unique platform for dialogue and information exchange among stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs, and youth leaders.
“When we bring people together, we create a space for networking and policy development,” Dr. Kingori-Mugendi explained. “It’s essential for youth to be involved in executing the policies that affect them.”
On his part,Chifundo Chibaka, a volunteer alumnus from Malawi, echoed these sentiments.
“The ACC is a significant platform for African youth,” he said. “We will share experiences in the same space as change makers and influential figures in government and the NGO sector.”
He believes that such interactions will empower youth and help them identify effective ways to leverage their potential for development.
The ACC 2025 promises to be more than just a conference; it is an opportunity for young Africans to come together, share their stories, and map out a future that aligns with their aspirations.
