ALU Hosts Global Learning Experiences with Four U.S. University Partners
More than 50 ALU students recently participated in a series of Global Learning Experiences that connected them with students from four leading U.S. institutions: the University of Colorado Boulder, Spelman College, Virginia State University, and the University of Georgia. Hosted throughout May, the exchanges brought together students from different countries, educational systems, and cultural backgrounds […]
ALU Debate Society Wins Africa Top Universities Debating Championships 2026
Not Pictured: Best Speaker Dean Famaye Pictured: Israel Smart The ALU Debate Society (ALUDS) has been named Tournament Champions at the Africa Top Universities Debating Championships (ATUDC) 2026, further strengthening ALU’s reputation for student leadership, critical thinking, and public speaking across the continent. Held as an invitational tournament for Africa’s top 16 debate institutions, the […]
ALU Students Get a Masterclass in Leadership from Entrepreneur Bob Gatera
ALU students recently had the opportunity to engage with entrepreneur and business leader Bob Gatera, Founder and Managing Director of Axe Ventures Ltd, during an immersive session exploring leadership development, resilience, and entrepreneurship in practice. Hosted as part of the Africa’s Leaders course, the session connected classroom learning with real-world leadership experiences. Drawing from nearly […]
ALU and Dalberg Explore Africa’s Workforce Future in the Age of AI
On May 14, the African Leadership University (ALU), in partnership with Dalberg Advisors, hosted an experiential convening on Shaping Africa’s Workforce in the Age of AI, bringing together leaders, educators, employers, policymakers, and students to engage with one of the continent’s most pressing questions: how Africa prepares its people to lead in a world increasingly […]
ALU Achieves First-Ever Top Employers Institute Certification
The African Leadership University (ALU) has achieved its first-ever certification under the Top Employers Institute (TEI), marking an important milestone in our continued commitment to ethical employment practices and employee experience across our growing pan-African ecosystem. Globally recognized as a benchmark for people-centered employment standards, the Top Employers Institute evaluates organizations across areas including recruitment, […]
ALU Welcomes Over 240 Students to the May 2026 Cohort
The African Leadership University (ALU) welcomed more than 240 students to its May 2026 intake through a week of orientation activities designed to introduce students to the university’s learning environment, community, and leadership culture. Known as the Abanqobi cohort, derived from the isiZulu word for “those who conquer” or “victors”, the incoming students participated in […]