This Intergenerational Dialogue (IGD), a side event during the 2025 AfDB Annual Meetings, is a declaration that the time for catching up is over. Under the banner of “Making Africa’s Capital Work Better for Africa’s Development,” this dialogue will spotlight Africa’s most valuable and true capital as human capital, and demand that youth, especially young women, be placed at the center of financial and policy systems and equally drive gender-inclusive economic transformation. Young people across the continent are not asking for a seat at the table; they are building new tables.
They are calling for leadership that listens, financing that trusts, and institutions that reflect the realities of their generation. This dialogue will bridge generations, unlock new partnerships, and amplify one powerful message: Africa’s transformation will not be inherited, it will be co-authored. And that co-authorship must begin now.
Meet the speakers
We are pleased to welcome the following industry leaders who will bring their insights to this critical discussion and participate in a live Q&A session:
Naledi Moleo is a seasoned broadcaster with over 20 years of experience in News and Current Affairs, specializing in communications and media training. She currently anchors Newzfeed PM – The Late Edition on Newzroom Afrika, leading in-depth discussions with her panelists about the day’s top stories.
Nadine Zoro is a digital ecosystem builder, startup booster, and a leading advocate for digital inclusion in Francophone Africa. As the President of the DigiFemmes program in Côte d’Ivoire, she has been working since 2022 to democratize access to digital skills for women and youth, particularly in rural areas. To date, over 15,000 individuals have been trained, more than 80,000 certificates issued, and supported women entrepreneurs have experienced significant business growth. Nadine is also the Managing Director and Co-founder of Impact Hub Abidjan, an innovation center that supports local entrepreneurs and strengthens the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Côte d’Ivoire. She coordinates the WIC Academy, a leadership program for women changemakers, and plays a key role in nurturing early-stage startups and helping them scale. Through her involvement with the Côte d’Ivoire Business Angels Network, Go Impact NGO, and various national and regional initiatives, Nadine actively champions an inclusive, sustainable, and opportunity-driven digital and entrepreneurial transformation. A graduate of the African Leadership Academy in Johannesburg and Franklin & Marshall College in Pennsylvania, Nadine embodies a new generation of impact-driven leaders shaping the future of Africa.
Khethiwe Nkuna is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, purpose-driven CEO, and social impact leader with over 20 years of experience across South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and global markets. She is the Founder & CEO of SkillQuest, Co-Founder & CEO of the Mwelase Foundation, and Director: Brand & Reputation at the Africa Women Financial Inclusion Initiative (AWFII). Through these roles, she drives strategic innovation in DEI, ESG, youth empowerment, and inclusive leadership. A former Responsible Business Executive at Accenture for the Middle East, Africa, Russia, and Turkey, Khethiwe is a respected voice on inclusive economies, AI for Good, and the future of work.
Joshua Chibueze is Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Piggy Vest, Nigeria’s leading digital savings and investment platform, where he shapes brand and marketing strategy. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and Endeavor entrepreneur, he also co-founded PushCV and champions.
Cynthia Liliane Kamikazi is a seasoned investment and development leader with over 20 years’ experience in resource mobilization, strategic partnerships, and policy positioning across multilateral banks, governments, and global development agencies. She specializes in innovative financing, donor and investor engagement, and building platforms that advance equity and inclusion. Known for her strategic thinking and visionary leadership, Cynthia has led impactful initiatives at international, regional, and national levels, and is recognized for empowering teams to deliver results.
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