Agadir Welcomes EPIK Summer Academy in June 2026
From June 25 to 29, 2026, the vibrant city of Agadir will serve as the venue for the second edition of the EPIK Summer Academy. This highly anticipated event is expected to gather around 200 young participants hailing from over 20 African nations, all dedicated to a week filled with enriching experiences in learning, collaboration, and leadership development. The academy aims to empower students, budding entrepreneurs, and community leaders who are eager to enhance their skills and broaden their networks across the continent.
Focus on Artificial Intelligence and Leadership
Organized by the pan-African association EPIK Leaders, this year's academy will emphasize the theme "Next-Gen Africa: The Artificial Intelligence Playbook for Leadership." Participants will delve into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, exploring its implications for future innovation, governance, and economic growth in Africa. The program adopts a "Learning by Doing" methodology, which includes workshops, simulations, collaborative projects, and an AI-centric hackathon. Attendees will also benefit from training modules in project management, team leadership, and impactful communication, with opportunities to earn certifications from internationally recognized academic institutions.
Beyond imparting technical expertise, the EPIK Summer Academy seeks to cultivate a cross-cultural exchange, aiming to nurture a new generation of African leaders equipped to tackle the continent's pressing social, economic, and technological challenges. As the academy unfolds, it is poised to establish Agadir as a pivotal hub for youth leadership, innovation, and AI-driven transformation across Africa.
As reported by lnt.ma.
