Empowering the Next Generation: Youth Engagement in the Shea Value Chain
Empowering the Next Generation: Youth Engagement in the Shea Value Chain
A dominant narrative within the agriculture industry across Africa is the lack of interest and participation from young people. This is particularly relevant since it is estimated that about 70% of the population in sub Saharan Africa is below the age of 30 and young people constitute about 37% of the workforce. As efforts are being made globally to transform agrifood systems, it is evident that this can only be achieved with increased participation from the youth.