Participants and experts will drive IMPACT in the YAIS Innovation Labs. Browse this year’s selection below.

Experts will present a challenge case study from their work to solve with participants. Participants will pinpoint root causes, identify project goals, and draft approach and implementation strategies.

Deliverables presented to experts to provide feedback and assess each solution's feasibility.

  • Agri-Business

    Speaker: Amanda Turner-Ege

    “Impact Investing in Agriculture”

  • Entrepreneurship

    Speaker: Augustine Degorl II

    “Mastering the Path: Strategies for Entrepreneurial Excellence”

  • Technology

    Speaker: Sitoyo Lopokoiyit & Epimack Mbeteni

    ”M-PESA: Shaping the Digital Future of Africa”

  • Finance

    Speaker: Nasim Devji

    “Innovate to Include: Pioneering Tech Solutions for Financial Access in East Africa”

  • Public Health & Research

    Speaker: Dr. Bamba Gaye

    “Pioneering Health Research for Africa's Future”

  • Fashion

    Speaker: Maysa Shems

    ”Africa At The Fashion Forefront: Building Global Influence Through Bridging Tradition And Innovation”

  • Climate & Sustainability

    Speaker: Soraya Hosni

    “Seeds of Change: Sustainability and Empowering African Farming Communities”

  • Consulting

    Speaker: Alice Malongte

    “Entering the Digital Market as an African SME - The case of STRATEGIES!”

  • Gender Equity

    Speaker: Mariama Keita-Thiero

    “Equity in Action: Addressing FGM and Gender Violence with Impactful Strategies"

  • Politics & Governance

    Speaker: Madame Kah Walla

    “Reshaping Africa's Political Future”

  • Economic Transformation

    Speaker: Euler Bropleh

    “Revolutionizing Africa’s Digital Economy"

  • Content Creation

    Speaker: Grace Amaku

    “Africa in the Digital Spotlight: Shaping Global Narratives Through Content Innovation”

  • Storytelling & Journalism

    Speaker: Tina Charisma

    “The Charisma Effect: Strategies for Personal and Professional Growth”