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Taalu 2024: “Differences are precisely what makes us stronger”

Remarks by Emmanuel Njenga Wathiomo '23 (Kenya), Chairman of the ALA Student Government, at Taalu—ALA's Opening Ceremony. Good Afternoon. Wow. Just wow. We all deserve a view...

Taalu 2024: “It’s not the place, it’s the people”

Remarks by Morounfoluwa Christine Oyadotun '23 (Nigeria), Chairlady of the ALA Student Government, at Taalu—ALA's Opening Ceremony. Just a year ago I sat in row...

ALA’s Solar Project: Powering a Sustainable Future

In a bid to tackle the enduring issue of load shedding, ALA has embarked on an innovative journey towards renewable energy solutions. Over the...

What is the role of a teacher?

This is the third article in a series of five that reflects on the journey ALA’s Two Year Diploma Program over the last strategic...

E-Fest 2024: Ideas wey dey Change di World

ALA seeks to transform Africa by developing a powerful network of young leaders who will work together to address Africa’s greatest challenges. Our flagship...

BUILD-in-a-Box: Empowering African Youth Through Entrepreneurial Leadership

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...

Taalu 2023: Celebrating Diversity

On September 15th, the Academy was filled with color, vibrancy, and music as we officially welcomed members of the Class of 2023 at the...

Introducing Derek Smith: ALA’s Sixth Dean of the Academy

After a thorough global search process, Derek Smith has been appointed as the sixth Dean of the African Leadership Academy (ALA). He brings a...

Welcoming Excellence: Meet ALA’s Class of 2023

We're thrilled to introduce some remarkable members of the ALA Class of 2023. This class consists of 125 young people from 34 countries. They...

ALA Celebrates the Class of 2021

On June 15th, 2023, ALA celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2021, filling the campus with overflowing joy. We bid farewell to these...

Derek Smith named Sixth Dean of the Academy

After a robust worldwide search process, we are delighted to announce that Mr. Derek Smith has been appointed as the sixth Dean of African...

African Leadership Academy & African Leadership Foundation welcome five new Board...

African Leadership Academy and African Leadership Foundation are pleased to announce five new Board Members. Each of these individuals brings a wealth of experience,...

Leaders in Their Fields: Dr. David Walt, Michele May, Ed Brakeman,...

In March, ALA had the privilege of hosting Dr. David Walt, Michele May, Ed Brakeman, and Barbara Carlisle for two days. During their stay,...