Africa is a young continent, with 70 per cent of its population under the age of 30. However, a large number of young individuals on the continent still lack access to reliable internet connections and digital devices, more so in rural and low-income areas. This can be attributed to challenges such as limited or insufficient internet infrastructure, high cost of internet/data, varying levels of digital literacy, gender disparities (women and girls disadvantaged in terms of digital access more so due to socio-cultural norms) and widening digital divide.  Expanding internet access and providing digital skills training are instrumental as they improve economic opportunities and educational outcomes for young people in Africa.  Digital Divide In a world which is quickly progressing to an interconnected future, the digital divide has become a new form of inequality. The divide is not only about access but also about the quality and affordability of access with implications for education, economic empowerment, employment and civic participation.  As much as there has been increased Internet usage globally, the latest report by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) shows that out of 5.4 billion people, which translates to 67 per cent of the world’s population, in Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States and the Americas, about 90 per cent of the population use the Internet. Sadly, only 37 per cent of Africa’s population use the Internet today. The Why It is against this backdrop that Paradigm Initiative (PIN), a non-governmental organisation advocating for digital rights and inclusion has launched the #AfricaConnected campaign which seeks to support efforts geared towards addressing the digital divide in Africa. This initiative aims to inspire and empower individuals, communities and organisations across the continent to bridge the gap in digital access and opportunities, turning digital inclusion into a revolutionary force for positive change. PIN has