African Leadership Academy

African Leadership Academy (ALA) seeks to transform Africa by developing and supporting future generations of African leaders. Opened in September 2008, African Leadership Academy brings together the most promising 16-19 year old leaders from all 54 African nations for an innovative two-year program designed to prepare each student for a lifetime of leadership on the continent. Students are selected to attend the Academy based on merit alone and complete a unique curriculum with a focus on leadership, entrepreneurship, and African studies. ALA graduates will attend the world's finest universities and will lead Africa toward a peaceful and prosperous future. ALA is a nonprofit institution located on the outskirts of Johannesburg, South Africa. More information about the Academy is provided on our website: www.africanleadershipacademy.org.