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Author: Kofo Adesanya

Mission Symposium J26

6th February

Faculty Training Program 1

1st February

National Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Campaign

1st – 28th February

African Leadership University Celebrates Its Biggest Graduation Class To Date

African Leadership University Celebrates Its Biggest Graduation

Rwanda’s President Kagame hailed African Leadership University graduates as the continent’s “new generation of critical thinkers and innovators”.

African Leadership College Welcomes Julie Gichuru for its 2024 graduation ceremony

Julie Gichuru

In 2008, Julie Gichuru became the first woman to be awarded the Martin Luther King Salute to Greatness following her repeated appeals for non-violent action after the 2007 elections in Kenya.

Kayko: The ALU Alumni Startup Empowering African SMEs with Financial Innovation

Kayko: The ALU Alumni Startup Empowering African SMEs

Discover the inspiring journey of Kayko, a startup founded by ALU alumni and brothers Crepin and Kevin Kayisire. Learn how they are revolutionizing small business finance and making a positive impact on African communities.

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ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors.

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Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world. Join us and start your journey towards a fulfilling career with our skill-based bachelor studies and degree programs with internships.

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