If 1960 was the year of freedom for much of sub-Saharan Africa, Liberia had become independent during the previous century, as a state for freed slaves, and Eritrea had to wait till 1993 to break away from Ethiopia.
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In the East Room of the White House, President Obama hosted 115 young people from Africa under his motivational initiative that is referred to as the President's Forum with Young African Leaders.
Representatives from 40 different countries sat together and discussed their vision of Africa 50 years from now. Stating that "Africa's future belongs to its young people," Mr. President touched on topics ranging from Health issues to Human Rights to Economy related challenges as Obama provided the guiding light teaching these young anxious leaders how to tackle these problems. Read more on our blog
Representatives from 40 different countries sat together and discussed their vision of Africa 50 years from now. Stating that "Africa's future belongs to its young people," Mr. President touched on topics ranging from Health issues to Human Rights to Economy related challenges as Obama provided the guiding light teaching these young anxious leaders how to tackle these problems. Read more on our blog
