Youthmakers Hub celebrates AfriConEU’s SEADE Award: A proud moment for the consortium

At Youthmakers Hub, we are proud to share that the AfriConEU project, a pioneering initiative connecting African and European Digital Innovation Hubs, has been recognized as one of the top five EU-Africa Research and Innovation Cooperation Success Stories for 2024. This prestigious recognition, awarded by the SEADE (Strengthening the Europe-Africa Digital Ecosystem Through Increased Research & Innovation Cooperation), highlights the incredible impact and success of AfriConEU in bridging the digital divide and empowering future leaders in both Africa and Europe.

Out of 27 outstanding submissions, AfriConEU stood out for its excellence in key evaluation areas, including innovation, collaboration, scalability, sustainability, leadership, and the valuable lessons it has shared with the global community. We, as part of the AfriConEU consortium, are immensely proud to see this visionary project garnering such well-deserved recognition.

A Vision Realized: Connecting Africa and Europe through Digital Innovation

AfriConEU represents a groundbreaking step in fostering transcontinental cooperation, bringing together the digital innovation hubs of Africa and Europe to work collaboratively toward a common vision of growth and digital transformation. Being a part of this consortium, we are proud to contribute to a project that is helping to unlock new opportunities for socio-economic development, knowledge exchange, and empowerment in both continents.

The SEADE Call for Success Stories: Highlighting AfriConEU’s Impact

The SEADE Project has been a champion of fostering deeper cooperation between Europe and Africa, and AfriConEU’s selection as a top success story is a reflection of its alignment with SEADE’s mission to address digital gaps, enhance digital proficiency, and promote sustainable development.

As a partner in the AfriConEU project, Youthmakers Hub takes great pride in the recognition this project has received. AfriConEU illustrates how cross-continental cooperation and innovation can create a sustainable, inclusive future. We are excited to continue our journey as part of this transformative initiative and look forward to building even stronger connections, unlocking new opportunities, and shaping the digital landscape for years to come.