African Leadership Academy seeks to transform Africa by developing a powerful network of young leaders who are ready to accelerate the continent’s growth.
The next generation of African
Entrepreneurs Artists Scientists Laureates Educators Innovators Diplomats Leaders
A community of diverse African potential
Since 2008, ALA has enrolled 1,771 students from over 38,000 applicants; a 4% acceptance rate representing the widest range of African diversity.
Joseph Gamil Mekaiel, '23
Egypt
Empowering students across 8 countries through STEM education
Laurier Somi, ‘23
Kenya
An award-winning entrepreneur and environmentalist
Leonah Ndlovu, ‘23
Zimbabwe & South Africa
Tackling period poverty and empowering youth
Abdulrasaq Amolegbe, '20
Nigeria
An innovative entrepreneur who is working to create a cash-to-cashless digital experience for immigrant students in Africa.
Geraldine Mukumbi, ’11
Zimbabwe
Dedicated educator who is pursuing a PhD at Stanford University as a Knight-Hennessy Scholar.
Ubongabasi Asuquo, ‘17
Nigeria
A health care advocate who aspires to address pressing public health concerns in Nigeria.
An investment to unlock opportunity
Since 2010, alumni have enrolled at 314 universities in 59 countries around the world and have accepted $230 million in university scholarships.
Potential becomes impact
ALA alumni have started 508 ventures that have created 1,258 jobs.
Eddy Oketch, ‘08
Kenya
A lifelong activist and Senator of Migori County.
Fatima Al Ansar, ’09
Mali
Internationally recognized women’s rights advocate and Mali’s youngest diplomat.
Mohamed Echkouna, ’11
Mauritania
Accomplished filmmaker and storyteller who was announced as one of six winners of a Netflix film competition.
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