Economic growth has become synonymous with prioritizing profit over people and planet. Is it possible to create a future that is economically sustainable, socially equitable, and climate positive? Alongside an increasing youth population that is eager to be included in the labor market, there is a growing recognition that markets across Africa are poised to take the lead in the global green economy. Join this session to hear from innovators driving solutions that offer economic futures for youth while protecting the planet.

Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr
Mayor of Freetown, Freetown City Council & Co-Chair of C40 Cities

Alloysius Attah
CEO & Co-Founder
Farmerline

Sellah Bogonko
CEO & Co-Founder
Jacob’s Ladder Africa

Ifeoma Malo
Co-Founder & CEO
Clean Technology Hub

James Mwangi
Founder and CEO
Africa Climate Ventures