According to the African Union, about 65% of the total population of Africa are below the age of 35 years, and over 35% are between the ages of 15 and 35 years – making Africa the most youthful continent.
By 2020, it is projected that out of 4 people, 3 will be on average 20 years old. About 10 million young African youth arrive each year on the labor market.
Wikipedia also maintains that: “Youth in Africa constituted 19% of the global youth population in 2015, numbering 226 million.[1] The United Nations defines youth as people aged 15 to 24 years.[2] By 2030, it is predicted that the number of youths in Africa will have increased by 42%.[1] Africa’s population as a whole is very young, with 60% of the entire continent aged below 25, making it the youngest continent in the world, in relation to its population makeup.[3] All of the world’s top 10 youngest countries by median age are in Africa, with Niger in first place with a median age of 15.1 years.[4]
There is contention among critics and analysts over what this demographic dividend could mean for African nations; some believe that, with effective governance, the economy could significantly benefit and develop, whilst others have argued that a large, poorly-managed youth population may lead to greater instability and civil conflict.[5]
A 2004 study found that young people are the most likely to commit violent acts, as well as more likely to become victims of violence themselves.[6] The youths of Africa experience the globalisation of culture in many different forms, such as through fashion and music, including American rap and hip-hop. A further significant issue for Africa’s youth population is the prevention, treatment and eradication of disease, with particular reference to HIV/AIDS, which remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality amongst African youths.[7]“
What we at Maadili Leadership Solutions know for sure is that adolescents and youth who are healthy and happy are best equipped to contribute to their families and communities, despite any major shifts which may be occurring in their inner and outside world. It is in this view, therefore, that Maadili Leadership Solutions is well poised to offer its unique professional services and products to any and all organizations which work with and value this unique opportunity for authentic youth empowerment. These include:
Primary, Secondary and High Schools,
Universities and Other Institutions of Higher Learning,
Wellness matters. Maintaining an optimal level of wellness is absolutely crucial to live a higher and quality life.
Maadili Leadership Solutions is hereby inviting you to a 5-Step journey to self-discovery, self-consciousness, self-actualization, self-mastery – structured into a 3-Day Retreat — as outlined below:
MODULE 1: Know Thyself – Mind Body Spirit
TASK Each Participant to Duly Complete the Mind, Body Type Questionnaire (Dosha Quiz) and to Submit/Email Copy to Maadili Leadership Solutions for Analysis and Feedback
OUTCOMES, DELIVERABLES Knowledge, Skills and Tools for Self-Discovery, Self-Management, Self-Care. In Particular: (a) Each Participant’s Mind, Body Type at Conception, (b) Each Participant’s Current Mind Body State of Balance, (c) Relationship Dynamics as a Result of Mind Body Type Constituencies of Team/Family Members (d) For more details, see Section on the Versatility of the Dosha Quiz.
MODULE 2: Food as Medicine
TASK
Participants to Monitor and Document Their Eating and Drinking Habits Over One Week – Using Maadili Leadership Solutions Worksheet – in Order to Determine Areas for Possible Adjustment
OUTCOMES, DELIVERABLES Knowledge & Skills for Holistic Food & Nutrition Practices and Habits That Will Facilitate the Attainment and Maintenance of Vibrant Health, Appropriate Weight and Optimized Digestion.
MODULE 3: Detoxification, Regeneration, Renewal
TASK Each Participant to Monitor and Document Their Daily Time Use Routines Over One Week – Using Maadili Leadership Solutions Worksheet – in Order to Determine Areas for Possible Adjustment
OUTCOMES, DELIVERABLES Each Participant will learn: (a) How to Identify and Eliminate Toxins That Accumulate in Their Minds and Bodies, (b) Holistic Techniques to Release Stress, as well as (c) Secrets for Restful Sleep.
MODULE 4: Emotional Freedom
TASK Each Participant to Undertake an Assignment on One Difficult Relationship of Their Choice, in Their Private or Public Sphere of Influence
OUTCOMES, DELIVERABLES
Each Participant Will Learn: (a) Why Emotional Freedom Is The Key to Their Physical, Mental & Emotional Health, (b) How to Use Conscious Communication Techniques to Transform Their Private & Public Relationships (c) Drawing Up/Refinement of (i) a Personal Life Vision as Well as (ii) a Team/Family Joint Vision
MODULE 5: Inner Pharmacy/5 Gateways to Metabolize Sensory Experiences
OUTCOMES, DELIVERABLES Each Participant Will Learn How to Harness the Healing Powers of:
(a) Sound (b) Touch (c) Sight (d) Taste (e) Smell
Session 6: Graduation Ceremony
During This Closing Session, Each Participant Will:
(a) Receive a Chopra Wellness Centre University’s Certificate of Attendance,
(b) Declare/Reaffirm Your Personal Life Vision, Goals, Strategies, Action Plan,
(c) Participants Sponsored by Employers Will Have a Chance to Declare/Reaffirm Their Individual and Collective Commitment to the Refined Strategic Vision, Goals, Objectives, Plans for Increased Productivity as well as for Harmonious Team Relationships.
