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ABOUT THE COMMISSION
The Africa Commission was launched by the Prime Minister of Denmark in 2008.
The Commission consisted of Heads of State and governments, politicians, experts, representatives from international and regional organisations as well as the business community, civil society and the academic world. The majority of the Commissioners were from Africa, which reflected the Commission’s overriding commitment to ensure African ownership of its recommendations and initiatives.
The Commission addressed ways to create employment for young people through private sector-led growth and improved competitiveness of African economies. Special emphasis was given to create decent jobs, foster entrepreneurship, and provide greater opportunities for young African women and men through education, skills develop-ment and access to finance. Drawing on existing analyses and best practices, the Commission’s aim was to make specific policy recommendations and devise concrete initiatives.
Over the course of its work, the Africa Commission held three summits: The first took place in Copenhagen, Denmark on 16 April 2008; the second in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 20 November 2008; and the third and concluding summit occurred in Copenhagen on 6 May 2009.
