ALA Impact Stories

At ALA, leadership is more than just an idea—it’s part of everyday life. Our student leaders show how passion, dedication, and a drive to...

At just 18, Year 1 student Longwe Mtonga from Zambia is showing the world that leadership isn’t about age—it’s about vision, determination, and impact....

We’re excited to share ALA’s 2024 Annual Report! It’s packed with inspiring stories that showcase the talent, dedication, and achievements of our students, alumni,...

Every journey of growth is filled with moments of learning, support, and self-discovery. At ALA, students embark on a two-year experience that goes beyond...

As we continue to introduce the outstanding students in ALA’s Class of 2024, we’re thrilled to spotlight more young leaders who are driving innovation,...

Around the globe, former staff and faculty members from ALA leave a lasting impact on education and youth development. They establish innovative youth programs,...

BUILD-in-a-Box is a two-day entrepreneurial leadership camp that ignites the potential of African youth. Held during the summer break (June to August) across various African...

Barakaeli Lawuo' 20 (Tanzania) joined ALA in 2020 from Kibaha Secondary School in Tanzania. Even before joining ALA, Barakaeli had already established himself as...

In December 2023, six ALA students and Ms. Louise Saunders (Head of Department, Creative Arts) traveled to Dubai to perform at the Zayed Sustainability...

ALA's 2023 Annual Report is here, and we are thrilled to share it with you. The stories in our report highlight the potential of...

ALA alumnus Nchang Tchofor ’18 has been recognized as a Future Nobel Laureate Scholar by The Nobel Prize Museum and EF Education First. This...

African Leadership Academy congratulates Takondwa Priscilla Semphere '11 (Malawi) and Marie Pelagie Elimbi '10 (Cameroon) on their recent recognitions and scholarships.   Takondwa, an esteemed ALA...

The African Leadership Academy congratulates alumnus Mope Khati ’11, who has won a seat in the recent Lesotho national elections. A candidate for the...