Forward Generation Africa

We’re on a mission to have a YOUTH LED ADVOCACY on civic matters because nothing for the youth, without the youth!
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[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

Africa doesn’t need another generation waiting for change.
It needs a generation creating it. We refuse to be defined by the challenges of our continent. We choose to be part of the solutions. To every young African with a vision for a better life,follow us to create this change!

[Forbes Africa @forbesafrica]

Meet the FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class of 2026—a generation of changemakers redefining what is possible across the continent. From entrepreneurs and creatives to athletes and innovators, these young leaders are building African solutions for African challenges and proving that the continent is at the forefront of global change.

Despite economic uncertainty, infrastructure challenges and high unemployment, this cohort continues to move the needle—boldly, unapologetically and with an unwavering belief in Africa's future.

Have you checked out the list of changemakers yet? Click here⤵️
https://t.co/gBkwahr5rt

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

@Adesuwa_omoruyi @forbesafrica Congratulations 🎉
Keep up the good work. The future of Africa is bright

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

Meet @dayoadedejii from 🇳🇬founder of @dynastyafrica_ with an aim of helping Africa creatives realize their full potential.

Quoted from Forbes, in his own words “I chose this path because marketing felt natural to me.”

Dayo represents a big number of young Africans who are trying to make a difference. We congratulate him and wish him good luck.

This is what we mean when we say; The future isn’t waiting and neither should we.

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

This week, Forward Generation Africa will be featuring young African minds recognized by @forbesafrica on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2026 for their remarkable impact.

Not just to celebrate their success, but to unpack the journeys, lessons, mindset, and decisions behind it all.

Because sometimes all it takes is seeing someone else’s journey to realize:

“Wait… maybe I can do it too.” 🌍
⚡
We congratulate those who made it to the list among these are;
@dayoadedejii from 🇳🇬
@Ndiilo_Nthengwe from 🇳🇦
@Ellysavatia from 🇰🇪
@AyebareDenise from 🇺🇬
@SosaSariO from 🇳🇬
Dickson Agyei from 🇬🇭
Cyprian Makongoro from 🇹🇿
Thapelo Nthite from 🇿🇦

Among others.

Not because they had life figured out.
Not because they had all the answers.

But because they started.

Started with an idea.
Started with a dream.
Started before they felt ready.

And today they somewhere.

#ForwardGenerationAfrica
#Forbes30under30

[Dr. Joseph Nsamba @JosephNsamba40]

Was going through the profiles of those who featured in Forbes 30 under 30 list 2026. An interesting AI called Alle-AI was built by Dickson Agyei (26) from Ghana 🇬🇭
This AI allows you to utilize multiple AI systems simultaneously giving better responses rather than being confined to a single model. This is great because it gives a user better accuracy, creativity and better decision making. Try it out

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

@Miracle15928561 @diplomatical05 @UgandaMFA @adoniaayebare @NRMYouthsDesk @KagutaMuseveni @AyebareDenise @USEmbassyUganda @nkuruprecious @kadondigracious @IGADsecretariat We would appreciate a follow though😁✌️

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

This week, Forward Generation Africa will be featuring young African minds recognized by @forbesafrica on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2026 for their remarkable impact.

Not just to celebrate their success, but to unpack the journeys, lessons, mindset, and decisions behind it all.

Because sometimes all it takes is seeing someone else’s journey to realize:

“Wait… maybe I can do it too.” 🌍
⚡
We congratulate those who made it to the list among these are;
@dayoadedejii from 🇳🇬
@Ndiilo_Nthengwe from 🇳🇦
@Ellysavatia from 🇰🇪
@AyebareDenise from 🇺🇬
@SosaSariO from 🇳🇬
Dickson Agyei from 🇬🇭
Cyprian Makongoro from 🇹🇿
Thapelo Nthite from 🇿🇦

Among others.

Not because they had life figured out.
Not because they had all the answers.

But because they started.

Started with an idea.
Started with a dream.
Started before they felt ready.

And today they somewhere.

#ForwardGenerationAfrica
#Forbes30under30

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

Forward Generation Africa would like to congratulate you upon this milestone. Thank you for making Africa and the people of Namibia proud.

[Ndiilo @Ndiilo_Nthengwe]

FORBES AFRICA 30 UNDER 30| Ndiilokelwa Nthengwe, NAMIBIA 🇳🇦 🏆🥇

I’m so honored to be part of FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class of 2026! I’m so grateful to @forbesafrica for this incredible recognition! Congratulations to the entire Class of 2026!

“Don’t ever forget that your DREAMS COUNT.” - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Thanking the Team at Forbes Africa|
Managing Editor: Renuka Methil
Words and Curation: Chanel Retief

Additional Research:
Nicole Pillay,
Freddie Hiney,
Keren Beya and Oluwatomisin Amokeoja
Art Direction: Manelisi Dabata

Ndiilokelwa Nthengwe (Namibian|Malawian): 3 x Published Author. Award-Winning Activist. Tech CEO. Executive Director. Executive Producer. Mandela-Rhodes Scholar Elect 2026. Wits Business School Master’s Candidate. CEE Fellow (USA). FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class of 2026!

Thank you Mom. My ancestors. My close friends. My community. God. OTWA FIKA! 🏌🏾‍♀️

#ForbesAfrica30Under30

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

@Ndiilo_Nthengwe @forbesafrica @Autono_Me1 @vcrc_namibia Congratulations Ndiilo. The generation is proud of people like you. Africa’s future is very bright

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

@youthsdgssummit @IRENA @LEAPAfrica @ng_youthfund @GirlUp @UNDPGhana @UNFPAGhana @gayoghana @mydeghana @Youthgh @UNDP Re-imagining Africa through youth driven solutions.

[African Youth SDGs Summit @youthsdgssummit]

3️⃣ Days to Go! ⏳📌

The 6th African Youth SDGs Summit is almost here.
📍 23–25 June 2026 | Accra, Ghana

🎡Theme: “Reimagining Africa through Youth-Driven Solutions”

Final registration closes 21 June 2026.
Register now: https://t.co/EMWYDcxNJR

#AYSDGs2026 #SDGs #AfricanYouth

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

@AyebareDenise @forbesafrica @Forbes @BetterLife_Int Well done Denise.
Keep up the good work. The Generation is proud of you. Africa’s future is very bright

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

@dayoadedejii A follow wouldn’t do us any bad🫡✌️

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

Congratulations @AyebareDenise
Forward Generation Africa would like to congratulate you and all other young people that made it to the 2026 list. We’re proud that Africa is assembling a team of young brilliant minds. With you, the future of Africa is bright. Congratulations once again.

[Denise Ayebare @AyebareDenise]

Guess who just made the Forbes Africa 30 Under 30?

At 15, I got involved in activism and youth leadership. At 19 I founded BetterLife International with a simple belief that communities should be empowered to lead solutions to the challenges they face.

The years since have been filled with learning, growth, setbacks, opportunities, long days, difficult decisions and some truly incredible people. Through @BetterLife_Int I’ve had the privilege of working alongside communities, young people and women across Africa, advancing climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, youth leadership and community development.

This recognition may carry my name, but it reflects the support, trust and contributions of many people who have been part of the journey.

To everyone who believed in me, opened doors, shared advice, worked alongside me and trusted our work—thank you.

Still taking this one in.

Now back to work.

#ForbesAfrica30Under30 #ForbesAfrica #BetterLifeInternational

[Dayo Adedeji @dayoadedejii]

Wow. I am speechless!

I'm honestly still trying to process this.

Five years ago, I started Dynasty Africa from the corner of my small room in Lagos with nothing but conviction, ambition, and a belief that African marketing could be done differently.

Today, lam deeply honored to be recognized as part of the

FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class of 2026.

This moment means more to me than words can express.
And to say I am grateful to God would be an understatement.
I am his vessel, for his Glory, nothing more.

Thank you to the Forbes Africa team for this incredible recognition. Thank you to my team Dynasty Africa, partners, clients, mentors, family, friends, and everyone who has been part of this journey.

We're just getting started. 🚀

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

Forward Generation Africa would like to congratulate you upon this milestone. Thank you for making Africa proud.

[Dayo Adedeji @dayoadedejii]

Wow. I am speechless!

I'm honestly still trying to process this.

Five years ago, I started Dynasty Africa from the corner of my small room in Lagos with nothing but conviction, ambition, and a belief that African marketing could be done differently.

Today, lam deeply honored to be recognized as part of the

FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class of 2026.

This moment means more to me than words can express.
And to say I am grateful to God would be an understatement.
I am his vessel, for his Glory, nothing more.

Thank you to the Forbes Africa team for this incredible recognition. Thank you to my team Dynasty Africa, partners, clients, mentors, family, friends, and everyone who has been part of this journey.

We're just getting started. 🚀

[Forward Generation Africa @ForwardGenAfro]

@dayoadedejii Congratulations. The Generation is proud of you. With young minds like you, Africa is in safe hands.

[Forbes Africa @forbesafrica]

#Under30 By Numbers
The most represented region in the class of 2026 is West Africa.
The most represented country on the list is South Africa.

Want to read more about the #FORBESAFRICA30Under30 list? Click here⤵️
https://t.co/LOOEaZvv0f

[Forbes Africa @forbesafrica]

#NewIssueAlert
Idealistic and driven, Africa’s youth are proving, time and time again, that they are not to be underestimated. As the continent forges ahead with countless accounts of successful start-ups and sought-after conceptions, FORBES AFRICA has made it our mission to highlight, spotlight and showcase these ambitious individuals. Our annual #30Under30 list is a curated collation of the continent’s most influential young minds, as they take on societal norms and redefine ‘the way things have always been done’, while, simultaneously, carving out their own paths, under themes of innovation, impact and inclusion. As one listee reiterates: “[My work] represents a generation of young Africans who are not waiting for change, but building it”.

On the Cover:
🇿🇦Thapelo Nthite
🇳🇬Sosa Omorogbe
🇰🇪Elly Savatia
🇳🇬Hillary Dennis Udanoah (Odeal)
🇪🇹Beky Abadula

Managing Editor, FORBES AFRICA: Renuka Methil
Words and Curation by Chanel Retief
Additional Research: Nicole Pillay, Freddie Hiney, Keren Beya and Oluwatomisin Amokeoja
Art Direction: Manelisi Dabata

[In-studio images]
Photography: Manelisi Dabata
Photography Assistant: Sbongakonke Dlamini
Stylist: Vuyi Mzamo
Stylist’s Assistant: Marang Phooko
Outfits: Bam Collective, StyleGod
Makeup: Sibulele Sisilana
Hair: Ketleng Hatshejame
Studio: SunshineCo, Johannesburg Lights: Glow Hire, Johannesburg