Tag Archive | educational institute

The Launch of Global Leadership Adventures

The African Leadership Academy is an organisation committed to promoting the continent thorough educating African youths to serve as future leaders in business, politics, the sciences and other fields.  The residential secondary school, located in Johannesburg, South Africa, was founded in 2004 and opened in 2008, with a first class comprised of nearly 100 students. […]

One student’s journey from the ALA to Duke University

Those who are familiar with the African Leadership Academy, like Tunde Folawiyo, will understand that its annual graduation ceremony is a particularly momentous occasion for its students and their families, as it celebrates the successful completion of an exceptionally challenging academic course. It is also the day on which the ALA committee announces the recipients […]

Anzisha Prize: Africa’s Award for Young Entrepreneurs

Throughout its history as one of Africa’s foremost institutions for learning, the ALA has sought to educate the continent’s bright, young minds in hopes of forging a significant impact upon the future of the region. Through a rigorous curriculum, an active student life and a stimulating learning environment, the ALA seeks to provide its hopeful […]

The journeys of two ALA students

Those who are familiar with the ALA, like Tunde Folawiyo, are no doubt aware that whilst its pupils often come from very different backgrounds, they all share a passion for academia and social entrepreneurialism. Here, we take a look at the stories of two of the academy’s students. Linda Rebeiz is a graduate of the […]

The story of Nokwanda Ramatheko, an ALA graduate

Nokwanda Ramatheko is a graduate of the African Leadership Academy; like many of its students, her younger years were filled with challenges, which she had to overcome in order to achieve her academic and professional ambitions. She was born and raised in Soweto; anyone who is familiar with South Africa, like Tunde Folawiyo, will probably […]

Tunde Folawiyo | ALA Celebrates 21 Cultural Icons

In its efforts to promote a brighter future for a new generation of African leaders, the ALA began hosting a showcase of some of South Africa’s most influential icons. Seeking to inspire youth toward optimal self-discovery, the presentation sees 21 different stories of unique achievements that have collectively forged a great impact upon society. Tunde […]

Tunde Folawiyo | ALA Launches Africa Careers Network

Since its establishment in 2004, the African Leadership Academy has continually sought to encourage the young leaders of Africa to strive toward great leadership and a great understanding of the social issues plaguing countries throughout Africa and beyond. Through entrepreneurial and social training, young graduates of the academy may go on to effect positive change […]

Tunde Folawiyo | African Leadership Academy Partners with Global Online Academy

Throughout its rich history as one of Africa’s foremost institutions for learning, the African Leadership Academy has continued to implement new initiatives to further serve Africa’s next generation of young leaders. Through a vigorous curriculum, an active student life and the support of dedicated staff, students of the ALA may one day thrive as spearheads […]

The African Leadership Academy’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Curriculum

The African Leadership Academy has long served as one of the continent’s foremost proponents of youth engagement, preparing thousands of African students toward success in both social and academic endeavours. In addition to a curriculum centered by African Studies and core coursework, the African Leadership Academy offers Entrepreneurial Leadership courses to its students, proving their […]

A look at one student’s journey through the ALA programme | Tunde Folawiyo

Those who are interested in youth development programmes, like Tunde Folawiyo, might know that the African Leadership Academy’s approach to education is quite unique. In addition to teaching its students the fundamental principles of ethical and effective leadership, it also allows them to develop entrepreneurial projects which relate to their particular interests. Take for instance, […]