From the first strike of the gavel to the final roll call, the 12th Session of the African Leadership Academy Model African Union (ALAMAU) was a showcase of the next generation of African leaders in action. This year’s conference brought together over 200 student delegates from across the continent for one of Africa’s most influential youth-led diplomatic simulations.
With the theme “Strengthening African Institutions for a Peaceful and Prosperous Continent,” ALAMAU 2025 was more than just a simulation. It was a proving ground for the next generation of leaders. Delegates took on the roles of African diplomats, debating real-world issues and crafting bold, actionable resolutions. They tackled everything from health and security to climate change, infrastructure, and human rights, engaging in the kind of complex problem-solving that true leadership demands.
At the heart of this effort were the student leaders who made it all happen. Meriam Triki (Tunisia), the Chairperson, steered the conference with a steady hand, while Gorrety Nabwire (Uganda), the Deputy Chairperson, kept discussions grounded and focused. Youssef Eldershabbi (Egypt), as Rapporteur and Head of Committee Dynamics, made sure every voice was heard and every decision captured.
The conference included nine committees, each focused on a critical area of African governance:
- Assembly of Heads of State
- Committee on Financial and Monetary Affairs – Chaired by Lohann Olivier
- African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights – Chaired by Ismail Aboelmagd
- Committee on Rural Economy, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Environment – Chaired by Emmanuel Wathiomo
- Committee on Transport, Industry, Communications, Energy, Science and Technology – Chaired by Denver Munyaradzi
- Committee on Gender, Family, Youth, and People with Disabilities – Chaired by Chinazom Onubogu
- Committee on Health, Labour, and Social Affairs – Chaired by Sam Mutasa
- Peace and Security Council – Chaired by Sylivester Mulungu
- Economic, Social, and Cultural Council – Chaired by Tatenda Shamiso
Beyond the committee rooms, Fatma Rziga (Director of the Press Corps) and Astou Diouf (Editor-in-Chief of the ALAMAU Times) led a media team that kept the rest of the campus in the loop. They provided real-time updates, interviews, and analysis, capturing the energy and insights of the conference as it unfolded.
But what really set ALAMAU 2025 apart wasn’t just the structure or the speeches — it was the spirit. Delegates didn’t just talk about leadership, they practiced it. They grappled with tough questions, pushed each other to think bigger, and challenged themselves to come up with real solutions to real problems.
Looking back on ALAMAU 2025, it’s clear that Africa’s future isn’t just a distant promise. It’s already taking shape in the voices, ideas, and actions of these young leaders. If this year’s conference is any sign, that future is in good hands.
