Introduction:
This report provides an overview of the key activities undertaken by the African Union Youth Ambassador for Peace (AYAP) – Eastern Africa in 2024. The activities reflect the continued efforts to enhance the participation of youth in peace and security initiatives across Africa, emphasizing their roles in decision-making processes, peacebuilding, and the promotion of inclusive governance.
These engagements include high-level dialogues, regional consultations, electoral observation missions, and structured forums that foster dialogue and promote action on critical peace and security issues across the continent. Below are the YPS activities and engagements.
