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.

  • International Journalism

    Speaker: Stephanie Busari

    Unraveling the Web of Fake News and Misinformation in African Journalism

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  • Entrepreneurship

    Speaker: Ousman Sakho Sow

    Building a Sovereign Wealth Fund Towards Catalyzing Innovation and Economic Growth in Africa

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  • Technology

    Speaker: Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh

    Developing a Digital Transformation Strategy for Ghana

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  • Finance

    Speaker: Eunice Ajim

    Africa - The Last Digital Frontier

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  • Healthcare

    Speaker: Dr. Lali Chania

    Localizing Healthcare Development in Africa

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  • Climate & Sustainability

    Speaker: Mokena Makeka

    FLOW, The Future of Living for One World, through Architecture and the Bioeconomy

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  • Gender Equity

    Speaker: Stephanie Linus

    Bridging Gaps in Maternal Health through African Narratives and Edutainment

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  • Diaspora Affairs

    Speaker: Deniece Laurent-Mantey

    Global Trends in Africa’s Creative Economy

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  • Economic Transformation

    Speaker: Sen. Amara Konneh

    Utilizing Mobile Money for Civic Participation in Liberia

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