​Kapuscinski Development Lecture (#KapTalks Lagos 2025)

​Theme: Youth Engagement In African Economic Development: Harnessing the Potential of the Next Generation.

​Keynote Speaker: Lara Rabiu

​Venue: Faculty of Social Science, Lecture Theatre, University of Lagos.

​The Kapuscinski Development Lecture series, also known as #KAPTalks, named for Ryszard Kapuscinski, a Polish journalist and writer, is organized jointly by the European Commission, the United Nations Development Programme and a network of partner universities and think tanks.

​The lecture series offers students an unprecedented opportunity to learn about and discuss development issues such as climate change, economics, energy transition, aid effectiveness, Europe-Africa relations and the Sustainable Development Goals.

​It connects students with top thinkers and raises their awareness of international cooperation and partnerships, and global challenges. It offers students a unique opportunity to connect and debate with world-renowned experts and the host institution will become a part of the global #KapTalks network

​Africa is home to the world’s youngest population, with over 60% of its population under the age of 25. By 2050, the continent’s youth population is projected to double, reaching nearly 1 billion, making Africa a global hub of youthful potential.

​This demographic shift presents a unique opportunity for economic transformation, as a skilled and empowered youth population can drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development. However, without adequate investment in education, employment, and empowerment, this demographic dividend risks becoming a challenge, exacerbating issues like unemployment and social unrest.

​Join us at #KapTalksLagos 2025 at the University of Lagos as we dissect the means to harness the potentials of the next generation!

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