Douglas Lwanga, a prominent media figure, has expressed concerns regarding the misuse of government funding among Ugandan youths. He attributes this issue to a lack of proper mentorship, financial literacy, and business training for beneficiaries before they receive capital from various government empowerment programmes. Lwanga emphasizes the need for these educational components to ensure that young people can invest the funds wisely.

Shifra Ainomugisha, a young leader and social entrepreneur from Uganda, has been awarded the title of 2026 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year. This prestigious recognition, part of the Commonwealth Youth Awards, honors outstanding young individuals across the 56 member countries who are making significant contributions to sustainable development.

Thousands of young Nigerians gathered in Abuja for The Undaunted Conference 2026, which was anticipated to be one of the city's most significant youth events of the weekend. Long before the official start time of 9:00 a.m., the venue was filled with excitement as hundreds queued at registration stands, eager to participate in the program.

The third edition of the Kampala Writes LitFest took place at the Uganda National Cultural Centre (National Theatre) from August 28 to 30, 2026, drawing writers, editors, and cultural figures. Alongside the main festival, Nairobi-based publisher eKitabu hosted a separate gathering on the evening of August 29, bringing together a selected group of literary and cultural leaders for off-stage discussions, according to BigEye. The event highlighted Kampala's growing literary scene and regional publishing connections.

Young people in Tanzania's southern highland regions are taking initiative to create their own opportunities for success, despite facing systemic barriers. This proactive approach is evident in areas rich in coffee wealth and tourism, where the youth are finding ways to hustle and thrive.

Uganda's dual citizenship laws are seen as a barrier for children born abroad to Ugandan parents, as they face strict requirements and delays in obtaining citizenship. This situation may weaken their connections to Uganda before they can fully engage with their heritage. The article suggests a need to rethink these policies to enhance the sense of belonging for the diaspora's next generation, who must currently wait until age 18 to apply for dual citizenship.