Day 1 at #ACS2025ZA: Children took centre stage as today’s change makers—confronting poverty, rejecting substance abuse (“Kimoja: I’m fine without drugs”), and demanding seats at decision-making tables. From Mozambique to Kenya, Liberia and beyond, their voices rang clear: stronger laws, inclusive policies, and collaborative action aren’t just ideals—they’re the blueprint for Africa’s future. #AfricaChildrensSummit2025 #SeenHeardAndEngaged #ChildProtection365 @GovernmentZA @gpgSocDev @officialSASSA @NMCF_SA