YOUTH SHAPING AFRICA
AIESEC WEEK 2016 REPORT
in University of Nairobi
We greatly thank you for supporting AIESEC in University Of Nairobi and being a part of AIESEC Week and FLIT FORUM 2016. It was a journey we started as an organizing committee and through your support we managed to create aplatform to empower the youth on how to shape Africa and all of which could have not been possible without you.Finally we would Like to thank Our partners, University Of Nairobi, AIESEC family,The OC members and the delegates for the amazing support. Report compiled by : Valarie Ogutu
Word from the President Why AIESEC Week. Cross cultural understanding through exchange Leadership as a fundamental Solution Public Lecture Africa arise, our time is now. Financial Literacy and Information Technology Forum Logistics and Financial report AIESEC in UoN after the event Partners The Teams
TABLE OF CONTENTS
“The Africa We Want is safe, stable, prosperous and sustainable – based on empathy and respect. It is open, sharing and features equal rights and opportunities. The Africa We Want acknowledges the power of the individual and the force in joint struggles. The Africa We Want recognizes local action for continental impact. The Africa We Want supports innovation and builds on existing knowledge and documented methods”
AIESEC WEEK To help students understand what AIESEC is and the relevance it has to a young person’s life, AIESEC in University of Nairobi started the event AIESEC Week in 2015 to achieve this.. Each year, an organising committee sets out to plan out the event with regards to the prevailing issues in that particular year. This year, it was important to provide young people with the understanding of why Africa is where each young person should focus on thus it was concluded that a public lecture shall be held for this purpose within AIESEC Week. Financial Literacy and Information Technology Forum was also held within AIESEC Week as a continuation of increasing financial literacy and IT understanding in young people which was started in 2013.
CROSS CULTURAL LEARNING THROUGH EXCHANGE SOCIAL IMPACT: To understand what role AIESEC and individuals play in creating positive change in the communities around us and the world at large by providing platforms for individuals to experience cultural diversity in different countries. GLOBAL GOALS: AIESEC in partnership with the UN provides a framework for social impact to take place by aligning all exchange opportunities to the SDGs. INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY: Ownership of each and every person’s role in a society to create positive action for which we can be held morally accountable for.
LEADERSHIP A FUNDAMENTAL SOLUTION The relevance of AIESEC to the society and to young people was explained by Susan Gaciku (AIESEC in Kenya President16.17) and Simon Kioko (AIESEC in Kenya President 14.15) The importance of exchange and how it has benefited communities around us was highlighted by Mary Njeru (Mamma Africa) and two other interns in the country at the time.
DAY2 Frank Ireri Mr. Frank M. Ireri, EBS, has served as Group Managing Director, Executive Director of Housing Finance Ltd. since July 2006. He has previously worked with other Banks on an international level. He is a Counsel Member of AIESEC and previously held the role of Chairman to the AIESEC Board of Advisors.
As a previous AIESEC in UoN and AIESEC in Kenya member, Frank Ireri highlighted his AIESEC experience from joining to international exchange and how the experiences build up on his career on to becoming the MD of Housing Finance Group of Kenya. Mr. Ireri urged the students in attendance to take advantage of the opportunities AIESEC presented and not to shy away from any challenging experiences they will encounter because that is what wil truly test their character. In addition he also mentioned the life long connections he gained through AIESEC of which some are peers in work.
Currently a consultant at Ernst and Young, Rose Sang is a member of AIESEC in UON Board of Advisors who has previously worked with KPMG, Finlays, Kenya Airways, and Qatar Airways.
Rose Sang “Young people should take advantage of the opportunities AIESEC offers while they are still in school. This ensures they have more than a degree when they leave the University.�
DAY3
Dr Julius Kipng’etich
PUBLIC LECTURE
“YOUTH
“As the young generation, you need to look at Africa’s problems as the greatest opportunities ever presented to you,” he said. “You are in a nexus of the greatest stage in the history of revolution of Africa; what will you do to be part of this revolution?”
Dr. Kipng’etich urged young people to look at Africa as the oasis of the future they want to create for themselves and their continent. * His presentation “Africa Arise, Our time is Now” can be found on www.aiesecuon.or.ke
SHAPING„ AFRICA
PUBLIC LECTURE: Opening by
Wallace Kantai
Prof. Njeru (Principal CHSS) on behalf of
Stressing on the importance of being in AIESEC and using AIESEC as an added advantge to one’s degree, Mr Kantai urged the youth to take opportunities in AIESEC as he briefly mentioned his own AIESEC experience and how it created opportuities for him.
Prof. PeterMbithi VC University of Nairobi
He went on to add on to the earlier topic of Africa’s time and the conditions we find ourselves in. “As Africans, we are concerned too much about what people say about us. We need to just do it,” he said. “In Africa, the tools for change are available, how we use that is what matters the most.”
PUBLIC LECTURE: PANEL DISCUSSION During the public lecture, the following questions were asked in relation to how the youth are or can be the change within the continent. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Seeing that only Nigeria is destined to be on course as an economic super power by 2030, are there any ways for other African countries to be recognised alongside other economic super powers like Brazil and France? How can Africans overcome the hurdles of population growth and social inequality? What are some of the ways that Kenya can capitalise on the growing middle-class population? In order to change our African narrative, it is necessary to make Africa beautiful for Africans. How are some of the ways we can do this in order to attract both local and international investors? What are some of the reasons that many start-ups do not develop into businesses with scale to provide employment to many as opposed to a select few? How can we improve access for entrepreneurs to innovate and grow further? Does rapid technological advancement pose a threat to employment? What are some of the ways we can keep up with rapid technological advancement?
FINANCIA LITERACY: ROLE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP The following topics were covered during the event: • Financial Literacy- Centonomy • Start up Businesses • Sales and Branding – House of Major • Entrepreneurship Coaching • Finding your Creative genius A motivational session was also conducted by Robert Burale.
Robert Burale
DAY 4 FINANCIAL LITERACY: ROLE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN EMPLOYABILITY
Image consultant and a respected publicfigure also couples as a pastor. Robert Burale is the top mostMC in Kenya and 6th finest in Africa. He as well is one of thebest motivational speakers in Kenya.
Kevin Mutiso CEO of Samchi Credit Samchi Credit is a micro credit institution aimed at reducing the bureaucracies ofaccessing finances. Kevin started the company to help SMEs improve their cash flow. He has received several awards, including the Best Agency Award in 2011 and wasnamed Top 40 under 40 Business Daily Award Winner 2015
Mwenesi Musalia
Those in attendance listened to insights from Centonomy and other entrepreneurs on the importance of financial knowledge and how to apply that knowledge in business
Managing Partner (House of major)LLB (Bachelor of Laws) and LLM (Master of Laws) in mergers and acquisitions and international trade.
Geoffery Mulei Geoffrey mulei Founder and CEO of InkishaINKISHA is a company focused on developing low cost- high impact marketing platforms thatin turn address challenges in the African Space. In this role, he leads the company’s B2Bmarketing efforts, overseeing a team marketing and sales professionals and managingpartnerships and relationshipsNot only did Geoffrey Receive The Global Impact Award. Most recently,Geoffrey was not onlynamed among the 10 most promising entrepreneurs in Africa by Bid Network but also theDirector and national Host for The Hook Up Dinner Kenya.
DAY 5
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OF THE FUTURE Institute of Advanced Technology, iHub, Moringa School and Techno Brain took the delegates through topics in:
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The internet of things Business Intelligence (IT skills of the future) Web development and mobile programing Programming as a business Digital safety and internet freedom Impact of IT on the youth in Africa Digital marketing
SITESAND
LOGISTICS
The University of Nairobi was the venue for AIESEC Week and FLIT Forum. • • •
Great Court in Main Campus hosted the first two days of AIESEC Week. Multi Purpose Hall in 844 Building hosted day 3 and four. Millenium Hall in Chiromo Campus hosted the final day of the event.
FINANCES REVENUES REVENUES
KSHS.
PKF
100,000
Development Bank of Kenya
50,000
Ticket Sales
22,800
TOTAL
172,800
EXPENSES EXPENSES
KSHS.
Tent
26,500
Marketing
23,158
Refreshments
11,550
Operations and Logistics
6,680
Merchandise
5,730
TOTAL
73,618
NET
99,182
Main Partners
Content Partners
POSITIVE STRIDES FROM THE EVENT The Executive Board and University Relations Manager met with the Vice Chancellor of the University and discussed challenges the organisation faces and possible solutions that can be arrived at with the help of the university. • So far the University sends AIESEC opportunities to student email addresses.
exchange
• The University further supported three other events after AIESEC Week. • Some of the youth engaged during the event either joined AIESEC or went on exchange. • AIESEC in University of Nairobi is reengaging with its alumni network.
THE TEAMS AIESEC WEEK
FLIT FORUM
Rebecca Moraa Bily Msagha Lorraine Weke Jedidah Rakwar Lilian Wanja Nabil Al-Beiti
Herman Busuru Tinka Patience Mugechi Gandu Elna Mudibo Lindsey Nkirote
EXECUTIVE BOARD Dennis Tugee
Wangui Mungai
Valarie Ogutu
Mburu Kibathi
Mwende Mwololo
Duncan Magana
Habel Mwashigadi
Wandia Kimani
Jemimah Mutisya
“Just imagine what solutions might be found if young people are given the space and encouragementtoparticipateandlead,� -KOFIANNAN
MwendeMwololo
Event Manager AIESEC WEEK2016 mwende.mwololo@aiesec.net
ValarieOgutu
Event Manager FLIT FORUM2016 valarie.ogutu@.aiesec.net
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