We equip young Africans to drive impact through AfCFTA-centered research, policy advocacy, and innovation.
Discover grants, internships, and competitions designed to empower Africa’s next economic leaders
AFEL invites students of Economics department across Universities in Liberia to engage them in real-world economic problem-solving and policy advocacy with regard to the AfCFTA.
AFEL seeks ambassadors to drive its Economic Impact Challenge. Train youth, organize events & shape Africa’s economic future.
Showcase your research, explore AfCFTA, and compete for grants while shaping Africa’s economic future.
The Africa Future Economic Leaders Programme is a pioneering initiative focused on fostering economic literacy in Africa and engaging youth in the AfCFTA processes. By bridging the gap between young people and policy-making, we provide hands-on experiences through our dynamic programs.
The Africa Future Economic Leaders Programme is a pioneering initiative focused on fostering economic literacy in Africa and engaging youth in the AfCFTA processes. By bridging the gap between young people and policy-making, we provide hands-on experiences through our dynamic programs.
Gain valuable skills in research, entrepreneurship, and policy advocacy to drive Africa’s economic growth
A continent-wide competition empowering African students to propose innovative solutions to economic challenges. Expanding from Nigeria to all African Union Member States, the challenge aligns with AfCFTA and SDGs 8 & 9, fostering gender parity and grassroots economic advocacy.
A hands-on initiative equipping young entrepreneurs with essential skills to navigate Africa’s economic landscape. Through workshops, mentorship, and experiential learning, it addresses barriers in trade, particularly for women and youth, fostering business growth, economic resilence and financial inclusion.
A strategic initiative bridging the gap between youth and policymakers in Africa’s economic discourse. By working with AfCFTA state parties, it amplifies youth voices in trade, fosters inclusive policy-making, and empowers young leaders to drive economic transformation and trade reforms.
Gain valuable skills in research, entrepreneurship, and policy advocacy to drive Africa’s economic growth
A continent-wide competition empowering African students to propose innovative solutions to economic challenges. Expanding from Nigeria to all African Union Member States, the challenge aligns with AfCFTA and SDGs 8 & 9, fostering gender parity and grassroots economic advocacy.
A hands-on initiative equipping young entrepreneurs with essential skills to navigate Africa’s economic landscape. Through workshops, mentorship, and experiential learning, it addresses barriers in trade, particularly for women and youth, fostering business growth, economic resilence and financial inclusion.
A strategic initiative bridging the gap between youth and policymakers in Africa’s economic discourse. By working with AfCFTA state parties, it amplifies youth voices in trade, fosters inclusive policy-making, and empowers young leaders to drive economic transformation and trade reforms.
This is designed to establish a Training of Trainers program for African lecturers in relevant disciplines to create a multiplier effect in AfCFTA education, enhancing awareness among youth.
We are creating a comprehensive AfCFTA curriculum tailored for university students. This curriculum will focus on economics, law, and related disciplines, addressing the current learning gaps in the AfCFTA.
This initiative will facilitate knowledge sharing among university lecturers, standardizing and improving the quality of AfCFTA education across African Universities.
We aim to establish clubs within national youth service programs to increase youth participation in AfCFTA processes after university, and address the inadequate involvement of youths in trade that has been highlighted in various studies.
This is designed to establish a Training of Trainers program for African lecturers in relevant disciplines to create a multiplier effect in AfCFTA education, enhancing awareness among youth.
We are creating a comprehensive AfCFTA curriculum tailored for university students. This curriculum will focus on economics, law, and related disciplines, addressing the current learning gaps in the AfCFTA.
This initiative will facilitate knowledge sharing among university lecturers, standardizing and improving the quality of AfCFTA education across African Universities.
We aim to establish clubs within national youth service programs to increase youth participation in AfCFTA processes after university, and address the inadequate involvement of youths in trade that has been highlighted in various studies.
Explore highlights from AFEL’s past events, showcasing youth-driven economic impact across Africa.
Watch inspiring stories of young Africans driving economic change through AFEL’s initiatives.
Access a wealth of resources including presentations, reports from cohort programs, and policy briefs that provide valuable insights into economic development initiatives across Africa.
Explore resources aimed at supporting young entrepreneurs, including mentorship programs and networking opportunities that foster youth entrepreneurship in Africa.
Learn how you can contribute to AFEL’s mission through volunteering or partnership opportunities. Your involvement can help bridge the gap between policy-making processes and youth engagement.
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Blog Post Empowering the Next Generation: Highlights from the 5-Day Economic Impact Challenge Training in Liberia The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is Africa’s boldest step toward economic unity, and Nigerian students are at the heart of this transformation....
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Blog Post AfCFTA Research Grant: Empowering Nigerian Students to Lead Africa’s Trade Revolution The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is Africa’s boldest step toward economic unity, and Nigerian students are at the heart of this transformation. With AFEL’s AfCFTA...
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