AUDA-NEPAD 25th: Inspiring the Next Generation of African Game Changers to Advance Agenda 2063

Overview

To commemorate 25 years of AUDA-NEPAD, the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), in partnership with the University of South Africa (UNISA), is organising a dialogue on the future of Agenda 2063.

The event will bring together students, academics, policymakers, and development practitioners to discuss Africa’s long-term development priorities and the role of young people in driving the continent’s transformation.

Objectives

The dialogue aims to:

• Explore the aspirations and « moonshots » of Agenda 2063.
• Highlight the alignment between UNISA’s Ten Catalytic Niche Areas and AUDA-NEPAD’s continental development mandate.
• Foster discussion on the role of young people as active drivers of Africa’s development.
• Encourage participants to connect their academic disciplines and professional expertise with Africa’s strategic priorities.

Programme Highlights

The event will feature:

• Panel discussions with experts from academia, policy, and development.
• Interactive discussions on Agenda 2063 and Africa’s future.
• Audience engagement sessions linking participants’ fields of study to continental development goals.

Who Should Attend?

The event is intended for:

• Students.
• Academics and researchers.
• Policymakers.
• Development practitioners.
• Individuals interested in Africa’s sustainable development and Agenda 2063.

Event Details

• Date: 30 July 2026
• Time: 09:30 – 14:00
• Venue: Bamboo Hall, Kgorong Building, UNISA Main Campus, Pretoria, South Africa