The Uhuru Institute for Social Development (TUI) recognises the overall impact of the context above on the youth, and appreciates that youth is a transition period from childhood (dependence) to adulthood (independence), accommodating perceptions and definitions to the specific context and situation. It is a particular period in life where lifestyle choices and opportunities can have a long-lasting impact on a person’s future. Consequently, we believe that while youth require support to enable their takeoff, the decision that one takes in their youth should build the future – hence the #NoExcueses program.
Africa’s youth population is expected to reach 830 millions by 2050. Only 3.1 million jobs are created annually, while 12 million kids enter the workforce. The African Union Youth Charter defines youth as 18 – 35 years old. The Ugandan constitution defines youth as 18 – 35. Uganda has 42 million people, 78.6% under 30 and 55% under 15. 22.5% are youth, 54% are unemployed, and 70% work in subsistence agriculture.
Uganda’s agrarian economy accounts for 22% of GDP and employs 80% of the population, with women making up 65% and youth 35%.
To nurture a knowledge-based youth movement, conscious of their civic duty and socioeconomic rights, equipped with a productive, innovative mindset that integrates sustainable environment management into their everyday business.
These actives are part of the many that the TUI team looks forward to implementing under the #NoExcuese program.
