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As the year comes to a close, December offers more than celebration; it offers perspective. Reflection at JA Africa is not a passive exercise; it is a way to honour the people, partnerships, and young leaders who have made progress possible and to sharpen our resolve for the work ahead. Our 12 Days of Impact …

12 Days of Impact: How a Year of Intentional Action Shaped Africa’s Youth Futures Read More »

Abuja, Nigeria – December 9, 2025 — Junior Achievement (JA) Africa successfully concluded the 15th edition of the JA Africa COY Competition, held from December 3–5, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria, bringing together Africa’s brightest young entrepreneurs to showcase innovative business solutions aligned with the theme “ACT! Action for Climate Transformation.” The continental finals convened student …

Nigeria’s Smartgenix Crowned Grand Prize Winner of the 15th JA Africa Company of the Year (COY) Competition in Abuja Read More »

Junior Achievement (JA) Africa, in partnership with the Z Zurich Foundation and JA Worldwide, proudly concludes the third edition of the AfrInnovate Youth Challenge (AYC), a platform showcasing the creativity and resilience of Africa’s youth. This year’s event celebrated young innovators who are redefining inclusion and sustainability through purpose-driven enterprises. After an inspiring showcase of …

AfrInnovate Youth Challenge 3rd Edition Crowns Tanzania’s SkyVerse Solutions as Champion in Abuja, Nigeria Read More »

The 2025 Global Leadership Conference (GLC), hosted by JA Worldwide in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, brought together leaders from across the JA network for a week focused on youth empowerment, innovation, and global collaboration. JA Africa participated alongside Member Nations, partners, and global stakeholders, marking a significant week of recognition and progress. Simi Nwogugu Featured …

JA Africa Highlights Key Milestones at the Global Leadership Conference in Rio, Brazil Read More »

Department: Legal, Risk & Compliance  Role Summary  The Legal Intern will provide administrative and legal support to the General Counsel/Head of Risk and Compliance at Junior Achievement Africa. This role offers hands-on exposure to corporate legal operations, compliance, risk management, and governance within a pan-African non-profit organisation. The Intern will assist with legal research, documentation, …

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The Safeguarding Officer is responsible for promoting and upholding the highest standards of child and youth protection across all JA Africa in Rwanda programmes. The role ensures that all programme activities, staff, and partners adhere to safeguarding policies and practices, mitigating any risks of harm or abuse to children, youth, and vulnerable adults. The Officer …

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On November 3, 2025, JA Rwanda successfully hosted a high-energy Climate Innovation Pitch Competition, bringing together young innovators from secondary schools across the country. The event provided a dynamic platform for students to showcase bold, practical solutions addressing real environmental challenges within their communities. This competition marks a major milestone within the SET4LYF (School-To-Work Educational …

Empowering the Next Generation: JA Rwanda Hosts Climate Innovation Pitch Competition Read More »

The JA Africa Company of the Year (ACOY) competition brings together some of the brightest young entrepreneurs from across the continent. These student-led companies are not only building businesses but also taking ACT: Action for Climate Transformation through innovations that tackle environmental, social, and economic challenges in their communities. From green manufacturing and circular economy …

Meet the Africa COY Teams: Young Innovators Powering ACT – Action for Climate Transformation Read More »

Accra, Ghana — November 20, 2025.As the world recognizes Social Entrepreneurship Day during Global Entrepreneurship Week, Junior Achievement (JA) Africa, JA Worldwide, in partnership with the Z Zurich Foundation, proudly announces the upcoming third edition of the AfrInnovate Youth Challenge (AYC), a continental platform celebrating the creativity and resilience of marginalized young Africans who are …

AfrInnovate Youth Challenge 3rd Edition: Showcasing Africa’s Marginalized Youth as Drivers of Social Innovation Read More »