The African Leadership Academy (South Africa)

The African Leadership Academy

The African Leadership Academy (ALA) seeks to transform Africa by developing a powerful network of young leaders who are ready to accelerate the continent's growth. Each year, they identify young people on the African continent with potential, and develop their skills and confidence in a two-year residential programme, connecting them with lifelong opportunities that enable them to make an impact. This model is working to close the opportunity gap for promising youth.

In 2023/24, the Eurofins Foundation is supporting the Science Department at ALA.

ALA’s science offerings consistently remain among the most popular with its students. They offer Physics, Chemistry, and Biology at A and AS Level.

The Eurofins Foundation also supports the Innovation Studio/Maker Space at ALA. Entrepreneurial Leadership is a key part of ALA's curriculum, teaching young leaders to design innovative solutions to significant challenges. They plan to build an innovation studio/maker space to enhance innovative thinking and drive social change. This dedicated space will be a collaborative hub, bringing together students from the Science and Entrepreneurial Leadership Departments for co-creation.