IOTA Leadership Dealership 2026 challenges young people to become solution-driven leaders
Africa’s growing youth population presents a major opportunity for the continent, but persistent unemployment, weak institutional accountability and rapid technological change are raising questions about whether young people are adequately prepared to shape its future. With millions entering the labour market, speakers at the second Leadership Dealership Conference organised by the IOTA Ministry…
The annual Leadership Dealership Conference, organized by the IOTA Ministry Groupe, brought together young Africans and leaders from various fields to discuss the skills and values necessary for effective leadership in a rapidly changing world. The conference highlighted the unique opportunity that Africa's growing youth population presents, but also raised concerns about whether young people are adequately prepared to lead the continent.
Apostle Joseph Kwadwo Yeboah, President of the IOTA Ministry Group and convener of the conference, emphasized that leadership is not about desiring to be in charge, but rather about the willingness to learn from others. He stressed the importance of learning from those who have gone before, drawing parallels to Jesus Christ's selection of his disciples in Matthew 4:18-20.
Effective leadership, Yeboah argued, requires intention, invention and intervention, with intention providing direction and vision, invention driving creativity and problem-solving, and intervention requiring leaders to take responsibility and act.
Trust, relationships and moral values were also identified as crucial elements of impactful leadership. To develop leadership potential, Apostle Yeboah called on young Africans to translate their faith into practical responsibility, with spirituality reflected in everyday conduct.
Henry Osei, CEO of Henos Energy, urged young people to look beyond waiting for leadership opportunities and instead develop their problem-solving abilities. He encouraged participants to seek guidance from mentors and take initiative in their pursuit of leadership roles.
Futurist Kwame AA Opoku discussed how technology is reshaping the demands of leadership, emphasizing the importance of preparing for a future in which artificial intelligence, robotics and automation are increasingly prevalent. He warned of the ethical concerns surrounding emerging technologies and their potential impact on human identity, trust and the ability to discern fact from fabrication.
Opoku urged young Africans to invest in intellectual development and recognize their role in shaping the quality of leadership on the continent.
The conference underscored the need for young Africans to focus on developing their capacity to make meaningful contributions to their communities, rather than simply pursuing positions of authority. The speakers' messages emphasized the importance of mentorship, discipline, problem-solving, ethical conduct and an understanding of emerging technologies as essential elements of leadership preparation.
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