Dialogue on Africa’s Demographic Future: Leaders Urged to Turn Commitments into Concrete Action

The High-Level Dialogue on Africa’s Demographic Future took place from November 3 to 5, 2026, at the CGECI headquarters in Abidjan. Organized by the African Union, the Ivorian government and UNFPA, it brought together political leaders, development partners and youth representatives to consider how demographic change can support Africa’s prosperity and inclusion. At the close, Planning Minister Souleymane Diarrassouba urged states to incorporate demographic issues into public policy and investment, while UNFPA Executive Director Diene Keita stressed the importance of today’s decisions and the role of young people and women.