AllAfrica News: Children and Youth

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- First Ladies from across Africa have issued a strong call for collective action to protect children in digital spaces amid the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and the digital economy.

[This Day] Leaders and stakeholders across the private sector, government, civil society, and development organisations at the inaugural Partners' Convening hosted by Jobberman Nigeria have called for a reflection on progress, shared insights, and co-created pathways that strengthen dignified and inclusive employment opportunities for young Nigerians as well as women.

[New Era] The TVET Inter Games 2026 hosted by Gobabis Vocational Training Centre (VTC) at the Legare Stadium, concluded last week in Gobabis.

[IPS] Mogadishu, Somalia -- When war erupted in the Middle East in late February, the most visible consequences were playing out in the Persian Gulf, with smoke rising from Dubai's Jebel Ali port and shipping traffic across one of the world's most critical maritime routes grinding to a near halt.

[Namibian] One Economy Foundation founder and executive chairperson Monica Geingos says unresolved childhood trauma and mental health challenges continue to fuel gender-based violence (GBV) and other social problems in Namibia.