African Leadership demand blending of young and old

By Martin Ganda
In order to compete in the global market, Africa must tap into its supply of intelligent, eager young people for future leaders, both in the government and the private sector.

Being the most youthful continent, with 65% of Africans under 35 years of age, and over 35% between the ages of 15 and 35, now is the time to groom African youth for key government leadership positions.

We need more young Africans in boardrooms, key government roles, and in the religious and civil sectors of society as there are currently few young people in these positions of power and influence. We must strive to blend new ideas with the old.