Social Development on Africa Children’s Summit 2025

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The Africa Children’s Summit 2025, a child-led event hosted by the South African Government, led by the Department of Social Development in partnership with the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund, concluded in Johannesburg today. Since its opening on 4 April, the Summit has brought together some of the brightest and courageous young leaders in person from across Africa and hundreds joined virtually. The children who attended in person are from: South Africa, South Sudan, DRC, Ethiopia, Kenya, Lesotho, Ghana, Liberia, Mozambique, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Phemelo speaks to Director: Advocacy for Children’s Rights David Chabalala.
7 Apr 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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