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The Anzisha Prize

The Anzisha Prize recognizes young people whose passion for Africa drives them to design and develop projects that transform their communities and the continent. Nominations are currently open for the 2012 Anzisha Prize.

News From ALA

Pictured: Michelle Obama and her daughters read to children at an ALA Community Service Project

ALA's students, alumni and staff are involved in many exciting endeavours with a multitude of partners, visitors and guests. Below are those accounts. Also, students write about their experiences here. ALA in the world media is covered here.

OANDA Asia Pacific Launches Innovative Foreign Exchange Programme with ALA

Winning Student Could Intern at OANDA in Singapore

African Leadership Academy to Award "Innovation Prizes" to Honour Future African Leaders and the Communities Who Support Them

The prize will be awarded to young African leaders between the ages of 14 and 19 who have created an innovative solution to a pressing problem in their community.

GSIE: A Call to Action

Last week witnessed the launch of the "Global Strategy on Inclusive Education" by ALA student Edward Ndopu of South Africa.

Wilfred Griekspoor of the Global Fund evaluates student proposals

Wilfred Griekspoor, the former Chairman of the Global Fund, kindly spent 2 hours teaching students how to write a proposal to Global Fund standards.

ALA Hosts 15 Colleges and Universities

College Information Session tours often help students determine which universities or colleges will be right for them.

Nigerian Petroleum Experts Lead Seminars at ALA

Three distinguished experts in the oil and gas industry sahre their knowledge.

Witney Schneidman visits ALA

Witney Schneidman is the Founder and of Schneidman & Associates International, a Washington-based, Africa-focused business development consulting firm.

ALA Transformations: Finding Your Voice in the Crowd

Education had proven its ability to transform and its power to make the difference in the life of this young leader.

Dr. Shaka Ssali's Straight Talk meets the ALA Student Body

Dr. Ssali is a managing editor for the Voice of America's "English-to-Africa" service.

William Kamkwamba, ALA Student, adds “Bestselling Author” to his CV

William’s book, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, has placed as high as 7 on Amazon’s bestseller list.