A united, innovative, and prosperous Africa is not just a dream—it’s a shared responsibility. At Jet Age Nation Builders (JANB), we are turning Africa’s potential into real progress. Join us on the journey to build the Africa we all want to see.
H.E. Mahmoud Youssouf (Djibouti) is the current African Union chairperson and former Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Government Spokesperson of the Republic of Djibouti, where he served since 2005. During this time, he led the implementation of the Foreign Policy, managed and led international relations, agreements, and cooperation with states and international organizations.
From 2001 to 2005, H.E. Youssouf served as the Minister Delegate for International Cooperation at the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Before this position, from 1997 to 2001, he served as the plenipotentiary and Extraordinary Ambassador of the Republic of Djibouti to Egypt and Permanent Representative to the Arab League of States. At the same time, he served as the Non-Resident Ambassador plenipotentiary and Extraordinary of the Republic of Djibouti to Sudan, Lebanon, Syria, and Turkey.
He has also served as both the Chairperson of the Council of Ministers of the Arab League and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). In the earlier years, he served as the Director of the Department of the Arab world and Deputy Director of the Directorate for International Organizations, among other key roles.
He has a Master’s in Management from the University of Laval, Canada.
Jet Age Nation Builders (JANB) is a Pan-African, AU Agenda 2063-driven institution committed to empowering the next generation of African leaders, investors, policymakers, and change-makers. Through collaboration with governments, innovators, civil societies, and the African diaspora, we simulate and accelerate the African Union’s Agenda 2063 across the continent.
Our mission is simple but bold: to create sustainable growth, shared prosperity, and inclusive development across all African nations. Through high-impact programs, investments, advocacy, and capacity building, we are building bridges between people and governments, innovation and infrastructure, hope and realization.
To champion empowerment, sustainable growth, and nation-building across Africa through inclusive dialogue, innovation, and leadership.
Support legal reforms and investment-friendly environments.
• To draw thousands of Africa’s best young leaders and encourage them to work in synergy for the Birth of a Peaceful and Developed Africa.
• To draw millions of the world’s technology leaders together to brainstorm on Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and what have you.
• To build content that should be of interest to everyone of us through collaboration, sustainable mobilization, solutions, and innovation.
• To connect with the Government, Professionals, institutions, humanitarians, and Philanthropists.
• To be physically in all Nations of Africa and to have all our Conferences, Summits, Expo Awards, and dinner nights afford the luxury of connecting with the movers and stakeholders from different Nations.
• To agitate for inclusiveness and gender balance
• To Educate and Create Awareness on Climate Change and to Work with organizations on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), driving solutions in Africa.
JANB is your trusted partner for engaging with Africa’s future. We provide:
Comprehensive Support – From investment advisory to government relations.
Strategic Partnerships – Access key stakeholders, partners, and local allies.
Events and Expos – Engage at top-tier events that gather Africa’s brightest minds.
Investment Services – Legal, financial, and site visit support.
Cyber & Physical Security – Information and operational security for individuals and institutions.
Our commitment is bold and unwavering: building an Africa where security, innovation, and prosperity thrive together.
Join the Movement: Become a Member
Membership with JANB opens the door to unmatched visibility, partnership, and opportunity:
Membership Tiers: $2,000 – $10,000 USD annually
Africa is rising, and JANB is facilitating local and international investment by:
Why Africa?
Be part of Africa’s most transformative conversations. Register to attend:
These events gather policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, and investors to shape actionable strategies for Africa’s development.
Security and Cyber Strategy
Africa’s future depends on its ability to protect its people and information. JANB has aligned with Africa’s top cybersecurity and intelligence experts to secure sensitive data and promote regional security. Whether you’re a government, business, or individual, JANB ensures your future is protected.
“We see what you’re not seeing and secure what others overlook.”
Together, Let’s Build the Africa We All Desire.
JANB is not just a vision. It’s a movement. A mission. A mandate. Whether you’re a citizen, visitor, investor, or policymaker, your role is vital. Join us as we shape Africa’s future—one idea, one collaboration, one nation at a time.
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You can visit us at our main office or regional offices. Please see the addresses below:
Head office,
Jet Age Nation Builders
153, Ipent 7 Estate
Gwarinpa Abuja.