Critics are saying that a quiet revolution is unfolding across Africa.

From June to mid-August, we have observed young people across the continent taking to the streets to protest against poor governance. In Kenya, citizens rallied against a tax hike that would increase the cost of living. In Nigeria, protests stretched for eight days, highlighting widespread hardship. Even in Uganda, where citizens attempted to join the movement, they were met with threats from the president.

What exactly is provoking young people to demand change? What are they seeing on the internet that is encouraging them to speak out fearlessly?

These are profound questions, and it’s time to explore them.