Africa's future lies in the hands of its youth, who possess immense potential to drive social change and transform communities. Recognizing the power of young individuals as catalysts for progress, this podcast explores the role of youth empowerment in Africa and its profound impact on society. We have the privilege of hearing from Itofa, an award-winning social entrepreneur and development consultant, who has actively engaged with youth-led initiatives and dedicated himself to empowering young people across the continent.This podcast explores the crucial role of youth in driving social change in Africa. It highlights the experiences and insights of Itofa, emphasizing the power of youth-led initiatives, youth entrepreneurship, and the significance of mentorship and support systems in fostering positive social impact.ABOUT THE GUESTItofa Ivarah is a development consultant, and a founder of two Nonprofits in Nigeria; Church on The Street & My9jaFoodBank. His work cuts across promoting resilient food systems, advocating for inclusive education for marginalized children and rehabilitating internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Nigeria.Itofa Ivarah has raised over $14,000 in funding to develop solutions to malnutrition and rehabilitation of IDPs. His contribution to zero hunger through My9jaFoodBank earned him the 2022 Oxfam Hunger Heroes Award.He is a TEDx speaker & a masters candidate of International Development from the University of Galway, Ireland.

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