We, the youth of the African continent, as integral participants of the civil society and the economic world, working in our respective countries or from the diaspora, hereby assert our deep attachment to the independence of the African Development Bank, a major player in the growth of the continent, and our refusal to see any form of foreign interference in its governance.
Aware of the challenges and issues facing the continent, we celebrate the progress made by President Adesina and the strategy developed in the name of the African Development Bank through the "High 5" program: light up and provide energy to Africa, feed Africa, industrialize Africa, integrate Africa and improve the quality of life for Africans.
Through all of its programs that strive to strengthen the capacities of people in Africa, to ensure the economic empowerment of the youth and women and to promote entrepreneurship, the African Development Bank has proven, on a day-to-day level, its crucial importance for young Africans.
We also commend the central role that President Adesina wants to give to young people during each Africa Investment Forum, the largest entirely transactional, investment market on the African continent.
We will ensure that the impetus given by the African Development Bank under the leadership of President Adesina, continues to take form and benefit young people whether they be found in the agricultural sector, in industry or in new technologies.
