Delegates dance different songs. Youth were in a competition to see who raised their country’s flag higher at the opening of the 2022 Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali on October 13.
The 2022 Youth Connekt Summit edition that is underway in Kigali has attracted over 9000 young people from different african countries.
The fifth edition of the Youth Connekt Summit kicked off on October 13, where thousands of young people from across the continent and beyond converged to discuss issues on digital economy, climate change, sustainable peace and security, among others.
Youth Connekt summit is a continental youth gathering with the goal of connecting youth with their peers, leaders, role models, skills, and resources to promote employability skills, access to finance, civic engagement, and enhance entrepreneurship opportunities.
President Paul Kagame and Kenya's Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua attended the opening of the summit and graced the opening at BK Arena.
During the opening session of the three day summit, a colorful parade of different delegates hit the floor dancing to different genres of music.Youth were in a competition to see who raised their country’s flag higher. The most melodious moments were when the DJ played songs of Kizz Daniel and Tekno’s Buga and King James’ Ganyobwe as the BK Arena vibrated in excitement.
Through pictures The New Times' photographer Olivier Mugwiza took some pictures to highlight the real atmosphere at the BK Arena.
Delegates arrive at BK Arena for the summit that is expected to discuss issues on digital economy, climate change, sustainable peace and security, among others.
Attendees share a moment as they watch how delegates compete in dancing different african genres at the summit
Two delegates from Kenya pose for a photo after raising their flags higher during the celebration of Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali
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The summit kicked with a climate of excitement among youth.
Different delegations from across Africa were photographed at the event
Delegates from different countries pose for a group photo before the event started
While commenting on the summit ,delegates expressed their opinions ,Osvaldo Rey from Congo Brazzaville said that his most exciting moment at the summit is meeting his fellow young people who are in the tech industry and plans on initiating joint projects
A delegate cheers at the event, she is among 9000 delegates who are attending the event
Delegates share a moment during a networking session at the official opening of the Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali on October 13
Different delegations from across Africa were photographed at the event
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Delegates from different countries pose for a group photo before the event started
With different nationalities, with different culture, but delegates rejoiced to meet as African youths to discuss issues on digital economy, climate change, sustainable peace and security, among others.
Participants look so excited to see how fellow African cheer one another at the Summit in Kigali. Youth Connekt is built on the belief that young people are trustees of the prosperity of our continent embedded in the agenda 2063.
Youth attending the summit highlighted the need to restore trust between institutions and themselves and to make policies that are more inclusive, accommodating people with disabilities.
Delegates shared their assumptions on the summit, Tsiky Tsiky from Madagascar, said she comes from a country of happiness and Youth Connekt offers that moment of optimism for positivism and a bright future.
While commenting on the summit ,delegates expressed their opinions ,Osvaldo Rey from Congo Brazzaville said that his most exciting moment at the summit is meeting his fellow young people who are in the tech industry and plans on initiating joint projects
Representatives of youths from Democratic Republic of Congo pose for a photo with other delegates.
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Delegates dance different songs. Youth were in a competition to see who raised their country’s flag higher at the opening of the 2022 Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali on October 13.
The DJ provoked young people playing K’naan’s wave your flag song on heavy speakers sending waves of excitement across the entire Arena, and there, the party began. Seen here a group of different nationalities dancing together in the event.
Delegates dance different songs. Youth were in a competition to see who raised their country’s flag higher at the opening of the 2022 Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali on October 13.
Inside the venue ,as delegates dance different african songs to celebrate Africa.
Youth were in a competition to see who raised their country’s flag higher. Delegates from different countries dancing some African songs at the event
In a group delegates dance different songs. Youth were in a competition to see who raised their country’s flag higher at the opening of the 2022 Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali on October 13.
Youth Connekt summit is a continental youth gathering with the goal of connecting youth with their peers, leaders, role models, skills, and resources to promote employability skills, access to finance, civic engagement, and enhance entrepreneurship opportunities.
Representatives of youths from different countries who attend a three-day Youth Connekt Summit hit the floor dancing to different genres of music.
Representatives of youths from different countries who attend a three-day Youth Connekt Summit hit the floor dancing to different genres of music.
The most melodious moments were when the DJ played songs of Kizz Daniel and Tekno’s Buga and King James’ Ganyobwe as the BK Arena vibrated in excitement.
Two delegates pose for a photo while watching how representatives of youths from different countries who attend a three-day Youth Connekt Summit hit the BK Arena floor dancing to different genres of music.
A drama team during a performance at the opening session of Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali.
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A drama team during a performance at the opening session of Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali.
Rwanda Traditional dancers (Intore) feature with the drama team to entertain the audience
A drama team during a performance at the opening session of Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali.
At the Summit Frankie The Dino helped open the Summit sharing an important message with youth delegates from across the continent " Don't Choose Extinction". A campaign by the United Nations Development Programme to address climate change
At the summit Frankie The Dino helped open the Summit sharing an important message with youth delegates from across the continent " Don't Choose Extinction". A campaign by the United Nations Development Programme to address climate change
Over 9,000 young people are attending the Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali, a three day summit that kicked off on October 13.
A group photo of African football legends and experts who will grace the official launch of the Legends in Rwanda gala slated for October 12-14. They also attended the 2022 Youth Connekt Summit opening session at BK Arena.
President Paul Kagame addresses over 9000 young people attending the Youth Connekt Summit in Kigali on Thursday, October 13. Kagame said that Youth Connekt helps us to tell these success stories, network and build solidarity,
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In his address, Kagame focused mainly on the role of youth in shaping Africa as well as encouraging them to work hard. "As leaders, we must recognise that young people are our partners in our development agenda. We have a duty to listen to you and work with you." he said
President Paul Kagame, Kenya's Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua and UNDP Rwanda residence representative, Maxwell Gomera during a panel discussion. Speaking at the event Kenya's Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua testified that the best way to empower youth is to engage them and give them more space to learn and voice their opinions and needs and be part of the decision-making process.
In his address, Kagame focused mainly on the role of youth in shaping Africa as well as encouraging them to work hard. "As leaders, we must recognise that young people are our partners in our development agenda. We have a duty to listen to you and work with you." he said