6.6 Conclusion
Stakeholder involvement is a central component of policymaking and implementation. As key stakeholders in society, African youth must be on the frontlines of environmental policymaking and implementation in Africa. Indeed, bridging the gap between young scholars and green policymaking, requires appreciation of the need to include issues affecting young people in setting the development agenda. The
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potential in young scholars can be tapped through creation of platforms like young environmental professional programmes and the integration of legislative issues in all levels of formal education. Addressing these issues will demand strong collaboration amongst research institutions, governments, and the private sector. These three should consistently strive to move African youth from the side lines of environmental policymaking and implementation, to the frontlines of the same.
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