A dynamic session on “Youth, Innovation, and the New African Economy” explored how business schools and institutions can better support entrepreneurship, innovation, and cross-border collaboration across Africa. Dan LeClair, CEO of GBSN, Meried Bekele, CEO of IE Network Solutions,and Amadou አማዱ Daffe, CEO and Co-Founder of Gebeya Inc., shared reflections on strengthening incubation systems, professionalizing mentorship, and creating pathways for startups to scale across African markets. Moderated by Randa Isaac of Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business, the discussion highlighted the importance of collaboration, institutional capacity building, and innovation ecosystems aligned with continental priorities such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). ✨🌍