Philosophy & Values

African Leadership Academy is founded on the belief that a new generation of selfless, committed leaders is the key to Africa’s development. These leaders must be well educated. They must have a value system oriented towards public service. And they must understand and cooperate with fellow leaders from across the continent. New leaders in the business community must be entrepreneurs, with the ability to create large-scale, indigenous businesses that will generate employment, stimulate economic growth, and help eradicate poverty from the continent.

Our belief is that certain defining moments occur in the lives of individuals to transform ordinary people into extraordinary leaders. At the Academy, we aim to expose students to defining moments that will encourage them to demonstrate and experience leadership. The Academy experience will help young people develop their values and sense of purpose, creating a strong foundation for leadership.

Our Vision

… to be the training ground for future generations of African leaders.

Our Mission

… to educate and develop outstanding students into principled, ethical leaders for Africa.

Our Values

Great leaders find strength in a robust system of values. At African Leadership Academy, six core values form the foundation of our program. Our faculty, guest speakers, and mentors will embody these values. Students will be expected to uphold these values throughout their time at the Academy and long after they have left our campus.

Integrity

We are people of our word, with the courage to do what is right.

Curiosity

We challenge the status quo and take the initiative to pursue new ideas.

Humility

We are thankful for our opportunities and are aware of our limitations.

Compassion

We empathize with and care for those around us.

Diversity

We respect all people and believe that difference should be celebrated.

Excellence

We set high standards for our own achievement and celebrate the achievements of others.