Afro-Arab Youth Council celebrates its 20th Anniversary in Makerere.

The Afro-Arab Youth Council  inaugurates its 20th Anniversary Celebration at Makerere, extending a warm welcome to esteemed delegates and youths from diverse institutions. The theme for this milestone event is “Youth, Peace, Culture, and Wellbeing,” symbolizing our collective commitment to fostering positive change and unity.

The anniversary,  includes a week-long series of workshops, training sessions, and roundtable discussions highlighting the relationship between culture, sports, and good health. The Celebration is attended by several officials, international figures, and a host of youth hailing from all around the world, all aimed at promoting a culture of peace and responsible leadership among youth.

Prior to the opening session, Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General, along with a delegation of representatives from Member States of the Afro-Arab Youth Council, visited the Innovation Laboratory at Makerere University. While there, they were briefed on the modern technologies and equipment available at the lab, all aimed at encouraging students to engage in scientific research and innovation.

Mrs Cathyi Mdidde the acting manager Makerere University Innovation hub leading the tour.

AlMalik reaffirmed that launching of the training sessions for the third group of beneficiaries of ICESCO’s Leadership Training in Peace and Security Program, is parallel with the celebrations of the 20th anniversary of the Council’s founding. The 3rd group of the program will see the number of ICESCO’s youth ambassadors for peace climb to 180, hailing from over 68 countries.

Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General, addressing at Makerere University.

In his address, Dr. Abbas Agaba, Secretary-General of the Afro-Arab Youth Council, highlighted the roles and efforts of the Council in promoting unity and cooperation between African and Arab countries, as well as accompanying youth on their educational journey and peace-building efforts.