The Young CEO Masterclass 2025 was a landmark event, bringing together inspiring young leaders, visionary speakers, and impactful ideas. Hosted by Language Afrik, this year’s edition did not only highlight the potential of our youth but also created a platform for mentorship, innovation, and collaboration.
🎤 Inspiring Sessions from Thought Leaders
The Masterclass featured an incredible line-up of speakers who shared powerful insights and guidance with our young CEOs:
- Dr. Amadou Sienou – Future-Ready – How Young Entrepreneurs Can Leverage AI
- Hon. Vera Sompon – Entrepreneurship – The New Path to Purpose, Profit & Freedom
- Mr. Oliver Stede – Smart Investing & Financial Habits for Tomorrow’s CEOs
- Mrs. Joy Edomwandagbon – How Healthcare Sparks Entrepreneurial Thinking
- Mr. Samson Itodo – From Idea to Impact – My Journey as an Entrepreneur
- Mrs. Enoh Marguerite – Building a Business from the Ground up
- Mr. Kumbirai Chipadza – Navigating the Entrepreneurial Maze – Insights that Could Save You Years
(Full video details of each speaker and topic will be published on our official event recap page.)
🌟 Pitch-Your-Idea Challenge Winners
One of the highlights of the Masterclass was the Pitch-Your-Idea Challenge, which showcased the bold and impactful ideas of five (5) young innovators. Here are the winners:
🥇 1st Place – Abdulrazaq (Mindbble: Chess in Slums Africa)
Playful, purposeful, and future-ready—transforming how young Africans learn, think, and prepare for opportunities in an evolving world.
Score: 100%
🥈 2nd Place – Ayooluwa Stephanie Blessed (Junior CEO Club, Grade 7 – Platform Schools)
Practical and inspiring—nurturing young leaders early through projects like recycling drives, charity fundraisers, and creative business ventures.
Score: 98%
🥉 3rd Place – Emmanuella Oyindinepere Idoko (Speak Up Campaign – Child Protection Awareness)
A grassroots solution with life-saving impact—giving children and parents the courage, tools, and awareness to protect the vulnerable.
Score: 70%
These young visionaries impressed the judges and audience with their passion, clarity, and determination to drive positive change in their communities.
We also extend our gratitude to the presenters, facilitators, and mentors who guided the participants through the process with invaluable insights and encouragement. Your contributions ensured that these young leaders could shine with confidence and purpose.
🚀 Looking Ahead – Young CEO Masterclass 2026
As we celebrate the achievements of 2025, we are already preparing for the Young CEO Masterclass 2026. Next year promises to be even bigger, featuring more speakers, a wider pool of young participants, and expanded opportunities for mentorship and investment.
💡 Call for Mentors, Mentees, and Investors
The journey doesn’t end here! The Young CEO Masterclass is a growing movement, and we invite:
- Mentees who want to grow their leadership potential.
- Mentors willing to guide and shape the next generation of leaders.
- Investors interested in supporting impactful ideas that can transform society.
To get involved, kindly reach out to us at info@languageafrik.de.
📩 Share Your Feedback
We would love to hear from you! Please take a moment to share your feedback on the event by filling out our survey form here: Event Feedback Form
The Young CEO Masterclass 2025 has once again proven that the future is bright with young innovators at the helm. Together, with the right support, these ideas can create lasting impact across Africa and beyond.
Stay connected with us for more updates and opportunities to engage in shaping tomorrow’s leaders!