The African Leadership Academy is a two-year residential school in South Africa for students aged 16-19, focusing on developing future African leaders through a unique curriculum combining academic core subjects with entrepreneurial leadership and African studies. ALA's mission is to transform Africa by identifying, developing, and connecting young leaders who will work together to address the continent's greatest challenges.
Founders: Fred Swaniker, Chris Bradford, Peter Mombaur, and Acha Leke Established: 2004
Campus: Located in Roodepoort, South Africa
Curriculum: Includes African Studies, Writing & Rhetoric, Entrepreneurial Leadership, and Cambridge A-Level subjects
Student Enterprises: Students participate in various clubs and organizations, including student-run businesses and community service projects
Alumni Network: Over 1,771 students from 46 countries, with many going on to attend top universities worldwide and start successful ventures Partnerships: Collaborates with organizations like the Mastercard Foundation to support entrepreneurship and leadership development
African Leadership Academy
A two-year residential school in South Africa for students aged 16-19, focusing on developing future African leaders through a unique curriculum combining academic core subjects with entrepreneurial leadership and African studies.
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- PublisherFatimah Fatimah
- Websitewww.africanleadershipacademy.org
- Published date2025/05/07
