The voices of over 5,600 African youth resonating from 16 diverse nations converge on a singular issue: corruption. With 60% contemplating departure from their homelands, these young individuals are not merely disheartened bystanders but active participants seeking fundamental change. This sentiment emerges from the latest African Youth Survey conducted by the Ichikowitz Family Foundation. It […]
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