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Youth Mentorship & Leadership Program
Developing responsible leaders through mentorship, training and leadership exposure.
- International NGOs
- Government Agencies
- Local Organisations
- Private Sector
- Educational Institutions
6+Years of youth-led impactSince 2020
About TGAF
Founded by the youth, for the youth
Africa stands at a critical demographic crossroads, boasting the youngest population in the world, with over 60% of the continent's population under the age of 25. Yet, millions of young people across the continent face a profound crisis of youth moral decay, while their voices are continuously ignored and unsupported. This systemic neglect has left a generation grappling with a deep loss of hope and a failure to recognize their true purpose.
Recognizing that Africa's true wealth lies in its human capital, The Great African Foundation (TGAF) was established on June 16, 2020, to rescue, guide, and uplift this vulnerable generation.
Our Mission
We empower African youth to discover their life’s purpose by transforming their mindsets through targeted mentorship and leadership development across the continent.
Our Vision
To see a transformed Africa where every youth leverages their unique purpose to create lasting economic and social prosperity.
Discover our story
Derick Joseph AmbroseFounder & Chief Executive Officer
Derick Joseph AmbroseFounder & Chief Executive OfficerLive impact dashboard
Africa’s true wealth is its human capital
13,000+
Youth impacted
Young people reached through our diverse programs.
16+
Projects implemented
Successful projects across six thematic areas.
19
Community activities
Community and regional activities driving change.
5+
Partner organisations
Collaborations that amplify our reach.
What we do
Three programs. One purpose.
Our strategic pillars for 2025–2030 are delivered through structured programs that turn mindset transformation into leadership and action.
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Entrepreneurship & Skills Development Program
Equipping youth with business, innovation and employability skills.
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Community & Climate Action Program
Supporting youth-led initiatives addressing environmental and social challenges.
Featured video
Jahazi la Upendo: the Love Boat
Watch young people discover purpose by serving and supporting orphanage centres — one of the projects that defines who we are.
Our impact in action
Featured projects
Community Service
Jahazi la Upendo (Love Boat)
Training youth on giving back to society as a pathway to purpose — through hands-on service to local orphanage centres.
View project: Jahazi la Upendo (Love Boat)
Health & Inclusion
Hearts for Autism
Championing inclusion by educating young people on autism awareness — and taking that message to local radio.
View project: Hearts for Autism
Youth Leadership
Skonga Package
Redefining leadership through character formation, moral integrity and civic responsibility.
View project: Skonga PackageClimate & Environment
Go Green
Youth-led tree planting and clean-up initiatives championing environmental responsibility.
View project: Go GreenHealth & Inclusion
Safe Hands Campaign
An online campaign on the importance of protecting our health through clean hands and hygiene.
View project: Safe Hands Campaign
Community Service
Thanksgiving Charity
A day of giving that helped people in need while celebrating the Foundation’s achievements.
View project: Thanksgiving CharitySuccess stories
Transforming communities, one young person at a time
Tanzania
Kijana Africa Africa Summit
The Kijana Africa Summit was a blast, and this video captures the energy and inspiration. We had amazing talks on mental health,…
Tanzania
Green Paradise
We’re reaching out to our incredible partners! Let’s amplify our mission of empowering African youth
Tanzania
Jahazi la Upendo: finding purpose by giving back
Youth trained on the importance of giving back served and supported local orphanage centres — and discovered the fulfilment of uplifting others.
- Youth discovered purpose through service
- Orphanage centres supported hands-on
Impact dashboard
Measuring what matters
Transparent, data-driven reporting on how youth-led action is changing communities.
13,000+
Youth impacted
16+
Projects
19
Activities
11+
Events
5+
Partners
6
Years of impact
| 2020 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 3 |
12projects
- Youth Leadership3
- Community Service3
- Culture & Heritage3
- Health & Inclusion2
- Climate & Environment1
| Youth Leadership | 3 |
|---|---|
| Community Service | 3 |
| Culture & Heritage | 3 |
| Health & Inclusion | 2 |
| Climate & Environment | 1 |
2030 strategic goals
- Youth impactIn progress
At least 1,000 more new youth beneficiaries
- SustainabilityIn progress
A self-running internal trust fund
- Global reachIn progress
Strong youth relationships globally & exchange visits
- RecognitionIn progress
Recognised across Africa by youth, stakeholders and government
- GrowthIn progress
Employ at least 20 staff
Join us in our mission
Help a young African discover their purpose
To achieve our ambitious 2025–2030 goals we are seeking support for program implementation, capacity building, operations and a long-term endowment fund.
- Registered NGO · OONGO/R/5716
- Regular audits & transparent reporting
13,000+youth reached since 2020
News & events
Latest from the movement
Five years of youth-led impact: celebrating The Great African Foundation’s legacy
From a 20-person safari in 2020 to thousands of young lives reached — a…
Kijana Africa Summit champions youth leadership and cultural preservation
The summit brought young people together around leadership, culture and personal development.
