Hidaoui s’entretient à Addis-Abeba avec la ministre éthiopienne de la Femme et des Affaires sociales
Summary of Ministerial Discussions on Youth Empowerment in Africa
In Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Mustapha Hidaoui, Algeria’s Minister of Youth and the head of the Superior Council for Youth, held a productive meeting with Ergoge Tesfaye, Ethiopia’s Minister of Women and Social Affairs. This meeting was part of Hidaoui’s participation in the "PAN-African Youth Leadership" summit, which took place from April 3 to 5. The discussions focused on shared concerns regarding youth in Algeria, Ethiopia, and across Africa.
Hidaoui, supported by Algeria’s ambassador to Ethiopia and embassy officials, underscored Algeria’s commitment to youth issues on the continent. Key topics included the empowerment of young individuals, improving work standards in youth facilities, and enhancing the appeal of these institutions across Africa. He emphasized the essential need for coordination among African youth ministers under the auspices of the African Union to address proposals and programs that represent pressing concerns for the youth.
The discussions also highlighted the vast opportunities available to tackle the challenges facing young people in Africa. Tesfaye, in response, expressed admiration for Algeria’s recent initiatives aimed at empowering its youth. She cited various successful Algerian youth models in fields such as politics and economics, which serve as inspiration for broader continental engagement. Tesfaye reiterated Ethiopia’s desire to actively participate in continental efforts focused on empowering all African youth.
Both ministers recognized the need for collaborative approaches that transcend national borders, aiming to create a unified strategy to address the issues faced by youth in Africa. Their discussions reflect a growing recognition among African nations of the importance of youth engagement and empowerment as critical components for achieving sustainable development and progress across the continent.
In conclusion, the dialogues between the Algerian and Ethiopian officials illustrate a strong commitment to fostering a cooperative environment focused on youth empowerment, enabling young people to thrive and contribute positively to their communities and countries. Such initiatives are essential in addressing the unique challenges faced by the continent’s youth and fostering a brighter future for Africa as a whole.
