ACET Youth Policy Lab 2026 for Young Africans (Empowering Policymakers)
The ACET Youth Policy Lab is a continent-wide initiative aimed at equipping young Africans with practical policymaking, leadership, and innovation skills. The 2026 edition focuses on the theme 'From Coordination to Commercialization: Youth, Innovation & Growth,' inviting participants to engage in a policy innovation challenge that simulates real-world governance scenarios.
This program combines policy analysis, leadership training, and team-based collaboration, providing a transformative learning experience for Africa’s next generation of leaders. Participants will develop evidence-based solutions to pressing development issues while amplifying youth perspectives in decision-making spaces.
Eligibility
Young Africans aged between 18 and 35 who are citizens of African countries and have an interest in governance, innovation, and development policy.
