By Dadson A. Musa
Sheku Foryoh, a young, active and dynamic motivational speaker founded the Youth and Children’s Advocacy Panel (YACAP), Ambassador Sheku Foryor has expressed interest in running for the position of Diaspora Young Congress Leader of the All People’s Congress (APC) Party.
Sheku was instrumental in establishing the APC Cyprus Chapter in 2022, serving as one of its founding members and playing a key role in shaping the chapter’s early development.
In 2023, he contributed significantly to Dr Samura Kamara’s fundraising team, using his expertise to share insights on the APC manifesto. His focus on youth empowerment helped highlight the party’s commitment to this crucial demography.
Sheku has also demonstrated leadership within the Diaspora Young Congress, leading committees for their dinner and fundraising events. Notably, he spearheaded efforts for the 1st and 3rd editions of these events, helping to ensure their success and further solidifying his position as a dedicated and result -driven member of the APC.
Through his various roles and contributions, Sheku Foryoh has consistently demonstrated his passion for the APC vision and his commitment to empowering young people within the party and beyond. His efforts have not gone unnoticed, and he remains a valued member of the APC community.
Sheku Foryoh was born and raised in Sierra Leone, and he is a man who has dedicated his life to making a difference in the lives of others.
In 2015, Sheku founded the Youth and Children’s Advocacy Panel (YACAP) to address the growing concern of women, girls and young people in Sierra Leone. YACAP is a non-profit organisation that aims to help young people in Sierra Leone create a better future by providing them with education, resources, and support.
YACAP focuses on empowering young people by providing educational and vocational training, mentoring, and leadership development programs.
The organisation believes that by providing these opportunities to young people, they can become active members of society and contribute with the development of their communities.
Sheku’s motivation for creating YACAP stemmed from his personal experiences working with Children as President of the Children’s Forum Network Eastern Branch, under the Ministry of Social Welfare, Gender, and Children’s Affairs. He knew that something had to be done to help these children and young people and create a safer, more prosperous society.
One of the most significant initiatives of YACAP is the “National Youth Summit” program, which focuses on empowering young people through education and leadership development. This program aims to address the challenges that young people face in Sierra Leone, such as limited access to education, youth empowerment, early marriage, and high rates of gender-based violence.
Having served as the senior prefect of his school, St. Helena, Sheku Foryoh is a remarkable leader who has made a significant impact on the lives of young people in Sierra Leone. His dedication and commitment to creating a better future for others have been an inspiration to many. Through the organisation he founded, YACAP, Sheku has provided young people with education, resources, and support, empowering them to become active members of their communities. His legacy will continue to inspire others to create positive change in the world
Copyright –Published in Expo Times News on Wednesday, 28th January 2026 (ExpoTimes News – Expo Media Group (expomediasl.com)
