About Us
Africa's intellectual, civic, and policy ecosystems.
Prosperity Platform intentionally centres underserved regions in Africa’s continental transformation. It functions as a non-partisan, independent space where bold ideas are interrogated through structured debates, expert-led roundtables, and youth-driven civic engagement.
News and Topics
Shaping Africa’s future through bold ideas and debate
CBN Reopens Dollar Access for BDCs
In a major move to close the "naira gap," the Central Bank of Nigeria has reopened the official foreign exchange market to over 80 licensed Bureaux De Change.
The "Gen-Z" Political Shift
Chatham House reports that 2026 is seeing a massive surge in digitally networked youth movements (similar to those in Kenya and Tanzania) that are beginning to disrupt "long-managed" electoral outcomes across the continent.
Bauchi at 50 Golden Jubilee
The state recently celebrated its 50th anniversary (founded in 1976). Governor Bala Mohammed was lauded for "transformative leadership," using the week-long event to plant 50 trees and host a grand state durbar
Building the Africa we deserve, one idea at a time.
Programs
Core Program Streams
The Prosperity Debates
Oxford-style public debates (live & online) on controversial and high-impact issues. Model: Intelligence Squared Format: 2 teams, moderated, audience vote before & after. Frequency: Bi-monthly (6 debates/year)
Prosperity Roundtables
Private, Chatham House Rule discussions on policy, diplomacy, business, and security. Invite-only with select experts and leaders. Model: Chatham House roundtables.
Prosperity Academy
Campus tours, student debates, and mentorship in universities. Focus: critical thinking, civic education, and youth policy engagement.