7 Manitova street, GM-007 5204, Madina, Accra Ghana
AFRICAN YOUTHS IMPROVEMENT LEAGUE
Birthed in Ghana, the movement has expanded to over 10 countries across Africa and beyond. Guided by the principles of justice, liberation, and unity, the league is a dynamic force shaping a new generation of informed, empowered, and socially conscious leaders.
About us
Radical Pan-African Organization
African Youths Improvement League
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African Youths
African youths residing in Africa or in diaspora. 14 years +
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Global Movement
Birthed in Ghana, the movement has expanded to over 10 countries across Africa and beyond.
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Professionals
Guided by the principles of justice, liberation, and unity, the league is a dynamic force shaping a new generation of informed, empowered, and socially conscious leaders.
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Empowerment
Through its comprehensive programs and initiatives, AYIL strives to unlock the potential of African youths.
MISSION & VISION
Mission Statement: To empower African youths to become active citizens and leaders, fostering a culture of democratic governance, political participation, and socioeconomic development. We strive to equip youths with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to drive positive change and improve their communities.
Vision: Empowering African youths to unlock their full potential, fostering wealth creation, reducing poverty, and cultivating skills and abilities for a brighter future.
ORGANISATIONAL HISTORY
The African Youths Improvement League is not a duplication of black radical movement but a continuation of the radical Pan-African organizations that emerged in the 19th and 20th centuries. Founded on February 5, 2021, by Kwame Nesiqhamo Upanga from Ghana, the league draws inspiration from the Universal Negro Improvement Association and African Communities League (UNIA/ACL), established by Marcus Garvey.
Birthed in Ghana, the movement has expanded to over 10 countries across Africa and beyond. Guided by the principles of justice, liberation, and unity, the league is a dynamic force shaping a new generation of informed, empowered, and socially conscious leaders.
WHO WE ARE
The African Youths Improvement League (AYIL) is a pan-African non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth across the continent through a holistic and integrated approach.
PRIMARY FOCUS
AYIL’s primary focus encompasses:
- Business Development: Fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and job creation.
- Social Development: Enhancing education, health, and cultural exchange programs.
- Politics and Governance: Promoting youth participation, leadership, and policy influence.
- Economic Development: Driving economic growth, trade, and investment.
- Youth Affairs: Addressing specific challenges faced by young people, such as unemployment and skills development.
STRATEGY
By adopting a multifaceted strategy, AYIL aims to:
- Equip youth with essential skills and knowledge.
- Enhance their economic prospects and opportunities.
- Amplify their voices in policy-making processes
- Cultivate a sense of community and social responsibility.
- Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among African nations
Through its comprehensive programs and initiatives, AYIL strives to unlock the potential of African youths, ensuring they become active contributors to the continent’s sustainable development and prosperity.
CORE VALUES
GENERAL GOALS
- Foster strategic partnerships with private and public entities to amplify our impact.
- Champion youth empowerment through advocacy, raising awareness about issues affecting African youths.
- Design and implement programs aimed at enhancing the socioeconomic well-being of African youths.
- Provide support and resources to youth-led initiatives and projects.
- Equip members with technical skills, entrepreneurial knowledge, and talent development through training and education.
- Facilitate forums for experience sharing, best practices, and networking among members.
- Connect members with like-minded organizations and groups to leverage collective strengths.
- Establish a code of ethics guiding the conduct and operations of our organization and its subsidiaries.
MEET THE TEAM
Kwame Nesiqhamo Upanga
AYIL Founder / Chairperson
Kwame is an entrepreneur and a Chairperson at A.Y.I.L.
- Ghana
Zuri Legend
Deputy Chairperson
Zuri is a nature lover, adventurer and an ardent seeker of truth of existence.
- Cameroon
Mcera Valephi
Office of the Chairman
Mcera Valephi is an entrepreneur.
- South Africa
Mohammed Bangura
Head of Presidency
Mohammed is a writer and says the truth about everything that matters.
- Sierra Leone
JIDIAUN NJEKUNMIAN
President
Jidiaun is great and an active part of great movements.
- Chad
Victor Manduna
Deputy President
Victor is great and an active part of great movements.
- Zimbabwe
Vanessa Mulaudzi
Secretary General
Vanessa studied at the University of South Africa and is currently self-employed.
- South Africa
Angelina Niangoran
Deputy Sec. Gen.
Angelina Studied at Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny.
- Ivory Coast
Dee Kay Kongo
Secretary
Dee Kay is a research enthusiast and a Media / Real Estate Consultant
- Angola
SUNDAY ZION
Secretary
Sunday Zion is a Graphic Designer and activist and currently based in Nigeria.
- Nigeria
Takalani Tshipote
Treasurer General
Takalani is a Digital Creator, Health and Safety practitioner.
- South Africa
Atakli Bright
Treasurer
Bright is an entertainer and a commercial / fitness model.
- Ghana
Robert Sikhalela
Organiser General
Robert is an activist, revolutionist and a convener.
- South Africa
Kwaku Alorledzi
Deputy Organiser
Kwaku is self employed and studied at the University of Ghana.
- Ghana
Inalegwu Adole
Organiser
Inalegwu Adole is an activist and is currently based in Nigeria.
- Nigeria
Kofi Dorgbey
Organiser
Kofi is an activist and is currently based at Ghana.
- Ghana
Thandekile Motsa
Organiser
Thandekile is an activist and lives in Manzini, Swaziland.
- Swaziland
Qansah Mensah
Spokesperson
Qansah Mensah is an activist and a social media influencer
- Ghana
Molly Namalu
Head Of Communication
Molly Namalu is an entrepreneur based in Kampala.
- Uganda
Olajumoke Ige
Comm. Team Member
Olajumoke Ige is a social media influencer, based in Lagos.
- Nigeria
Mamaga Ashiagbor
Comm. Team Member
Mamaga Ashiagbor is an event organizer and an activist.
- Ghana
Marcia A. Brown
Interfaith
Marcia Brown is an entrepreneur based in Kingston, Jamaica.
- Jamaica
Marowa Elliot
Interfaith
Marowa Elliot is Mechanic engineer and logistics officer.
- South Africa
Nana Obegyina Odzefo
Interfaith
Nana Obegyina is a spiritual healer based in Ghana.
- Ghana
Gaitho Munjiru
Committee Member
Gaitho Munjiru is an entrepreneur and is currently based in Kenya.
- Kenya
Ololade Balogun
Committe Member
Ololade Balogun is an agriculturalist and an activist.
- Nigeria
KOENSU DENIS
Committe Member
Koensu Denise is a teacher and a farmer and currently based in Ghana.
- Ghana
Zimkhita Mtiki
Committee member
Zimkhita Mtiki is an activist.
- South Africa
Oko Tetteh
Committee Member
Oko Tetteh is an entrepreneur
- Ghana
Akhenaten M. Dumekseni
Committee member
Akhenaten Mkhonto Dumekseni is an activist.
- South Africa
Idowu Femi
Committee member
Femi is the CEO of FMD AGRO CONCEPT which deal with aquatic products in Lagos.
- Nigeria
Edudzi Ashiagbor
Committee member
Edudzi Ashiagbor is an activist and currently based in Ghana.
- Ghana
Kilenanga Shofu
Committee member
Kilenanga Shofu is an activist and currently based in Tanzania.
- Tanzania
Amouchine Zeh
Committee member
Amouchine Zeh is an activist.
- Liberia
Adewale Kayode Ibraheem
Committee member
Adewale Kayode Ibraheem is an activist.
- Nigeria
Nene Chiremba
Committee member
Nene Chiremba is an activist.
- Zimbabwe
Okrachie Dorfenyo
Committee member
Okrachie Dorfenyo is an activist.
- Ghana