The International Day Youth Forum.

“Celebrating Africa’s Youth, Creativity, and Leadership Across the Continent”

MoYA in partnership with Giants of Africa is bringing together over 2,000 young people from across the continent

 to celebrate the International Youth Forum. 

This vibrant gathering highlights the energy, creativity, and potential of Africa’s youth, fostering dialogue,  

innovation, and opportunities for future leaders.


The 2025 Aguka Ideation Programme Champions .

“Empowering the Next Generation of Young Entrepreneurs”

The Ministry of Youth and Arts (MoYA), through the Aguka Ideation Programme

supports young entrepreneurs with skills, mentorship, and resources to turn ideas into sustainable businesses. 

The programme promotes creativity and innovation, empowering youth and strengthening Rwanda’s cultural 

and creative industries as drivers of growth and social transformation


YouthConnekt Awards 2024

"Igniting Rwanda’s Next Generation of Innovators"

The YouthConnekt Awards, alongside ArtsConnekt and AgriConnekt, 

brought together passionate young entrepreneurs, partners, and changemakers to celebrate excellence and innovation. 

The atmosphere was electric full of determination, energy, and vision. From dreams to determination 

The Rwanda’s youth showcased inspiring journeys of entrepreneurship and resilience.

YOUTHCONNEKT AFRICA SUMMIT 2024

"Jobs for Youth Through Innovative Skilling"

The YouthConnekt Africa Summit will hold, in Kigali, Rwanda, its 7th edition.

Under the theme: "Jobs for Youth Through Innovative Skilling",

convening Africa’s emerging youth innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders,

the summit brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including Heads of State,

policymakers, business leaders, development partners, and civil society, to address

the multiple needs of young people while also fully engaging them in the processes of building solutions.