US President Barack Obama, who sees Mahatma Gandhi as an inspiration, has asked young African leaders to follow the legendary Indian icon to bring the changes they want in their continent. He was responding to a question after addressing a meeting of Young African Leaders Forum, which he had convened bringing in young leaders from nearly 50 African countries to the White House. In his speech at the eventm, Obama said Africa's future belongs to its young people. He said, the world needs their talents and creativity. US President said, young Africans are very much needed who are standing up and making things happen, not only in their own countries but around the world.