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Building Africa’s future is not a solo endeavour, it is an alumni-led movement.

Over the weekend, our community gathered in Harare, Zimbabwe, for the inaugural ALUmni Southern Africa Regional Summit.

Across Southern Africa and beyond, ALU alumni are building game-changing ventures, leading with remarkable drive, and actively shaping the continent's trajectory. The Harare Summit was designed to match that brilliance with opportunity, bringing our leaders together to open doors, pool resources, and back one another as we grow.

Over two high-impact days, our alumni proved the power of collective leadership through candid conversations on Building With Purpose and live venture pitches at The Alumni Pitch Den, where founders secured over $37,500 in Mastercard Foundation grant funding to propel their innovations to the next level.

This is what happens when a community takes Africa's future seriously. To all the alumni, speakers, and partners who joined us in Harare, thank you for leading by example.

At the African Leadership University, we know that behind every student, and graduate stands a network of love, sacrifice, and unwavering support. That’s why we host Parent Asante Sana, to say a heartfelt thank you to the families who trusted us with their children’s journeys.

To all of our ALU parents:

Your partnership means the world to us.

Your sacrifices are seen, honored, and deeply appreciated.

This achievement belongs to you, too.

Thank you for walking this journey with us. Asante Sana!

We are thrilled to announce the ALU Southern Africa Alumni Regional Summit, bringing our community together at the Cresta Oasis Hotel in Harare, Zimbabwe for a powerful two-day gathering dedicated to connection, growth, and celebrating regional impact!

Day 1 (Friday, August 7th) centers on the theme Inspire and Connect. The day kicks off with a keynote address by Ekenia Chifamba (Shamwari Yemwanasikana), followed by an insightful panel discussion moderated by Woopi Anesu Takarasima. Panelists Munyaradzi Lorraine Mataruse (Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe), Farisai Matapura-Muzenda (Great Zimbabwe University), and Kundai Makonese (CAPSI, Mastercard Foundation Doctoral Fellow) will share key perspectives on leadership, resilience, and driving sustainable change across the region.

Day 2 (Saturday, August 8th) shifts the focus to Build, Pitch, and Celebrate. This session brings alumni-led innovation to the stage as leaders showcase their high-impact ventures and projects. Moderated again by Woopi Anesu Takarasima, the day features presentations and insights from Kundai Chineka (Reguide Consultancy), Clement Zvomuya (Plan International), Jabulani Simplisio Chibaya (Gourd AI), and Phillimon Mlamb (Reguide Consultancy).

This summit is designed to strengthen our regional network, foster cross-sector collaboration, and champion the transformative work of our alumni. We look forward to welcoming you to Harare for two days of inspiration, strategy, and community building!

RSVP is still open, but spots are limited! Secure your place in the room today, register here: https://forms.gle/aSh9asi9AHMims2U7

Looking back at the incredible energy from our Career Pathway Series 2026

Over two high-impact days, 103 students showed up to invest in their futures, connect with industry leaders, and lay the groundwork for their careers.

The line-up was packed with transformative experiences. We kicked off with an HR Panel where industry professionals shared raw, real-world lessons on Building Resilience and Adaptability. Students then moved into speed mentorship sessions with ALU staff for unscripted, direct 1 onc1 career advice, followed by parallel workshops on Graduate Studies, Entrepreneurship, and Employability that delivered actionable roadmaps rather than just abstract inspiration.

One of the standout moments was the Student and Alumni Hour, where student founders Andrew, Samuel, and Deng pitched the ventures they built right here at ALU. To top it off, our Career Fair connected students directly with top employer partners offering hands-on internships and career opportunities.

With an overall student rating of 4.7 out of 5, the message was clear, our community is eager for even more employer connections, deeper Q&A sessions, and more platforms for student voices on stage.

A heartfelt thank you to every speaker, mentor, student, member of the SPD team, and participating employer partners. You proved what is possible when a community takes career development seriously.

What was your favorite takeaway from CPS 2026? Drop your highlights in the comments below!

Leadership is not defined in the boardroom or lecture hall. It's proven on the ground.

This past Saturday, ALU’s leadership team, staff, and students led by our CEO, Sidee Dlamini were in Jabana to take part in Umuganda, Rwanda’s powerful monthly tradition of unity, civic responsibility, and community service.

Working side-by-side with local representatives from the City of Kigali, Gasabo District, and Jabana Cell, as well as CP Christopher Bizimungu and CP Barthelemy Rugwizangoga from the Rwanda National Police, we put our core values into motion.

Developing Africa’s next generation of ethical, entrepreneurial leaders requires more than classroom theory. It demands getting into the soil, building trust, and serving shoulder to shoulder with the communities that host us.

Join Us for the 2-Day Afritech-AgriXperience Bootcamp

We're excited to invite you to a transformative experience where digital tools and local practices converge to shape the future of farming in Africa!

WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Expert Panel Discussions: Gain insights from industry leaders.
• Farmer & Youth Dialogue Sessions: Share and learn from diverse perspectives.
• Innovation Conversations: Explore cutting-edge agri-tech solutions.
• Mentorship & Guidance: Get personalized advice from professionals.
• Fast Pitch Moment & Recognition: Showcase your ideas and earn recognition.
• Collaboration & Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals and potential partners.

⏰ Time: 8 AM CAT
📅 Event Dates: December 15–16, 2025
📍 Venue: The African Leadership University ALU, Kigali, Rwanda

Unlock new skills and opportunities in Africa’s booming agri-tech space! #
Let’s innovate together!

For more details, reach out to us at [email protected] or visit our website: https://simplejoint.org/stories

An EMBA Designed for Doing Business in Africa

Are you ready to build the perspective, network, and leadership capability needed to navigate and lead across Africa’s most dynamic markets?

The ALU School of Business (ALUSB) Executive MBA team is coming to seven cities across the continent! Join us to discover how our EMBA equips experienced professionals to master Africa’s business landscape, tackle complex challenges, and lead across industries.

📍 Find us in a city near you this August:

Abuja, Nigeria | 28 July
Lagos, Nigeria | 1 August
Kenya | 7 August
South Africa | 7 August
Ghana | 14 August
Zimbabwe | 14 August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria | 18 August

Take the next step in your leadership journey: Register today to reserve your spot at https://bit.ly/EMBA2026

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚

Yesterday, a group of students from ALU came to Smart Africa for an industry visit, diving into how digital and technology initiatives are designed and implemented at a pan-African scale, connecting classroom learning in areas such as technology, policy, entrepreneurship, and innovation with lived industry experience and engaged in conversations with the team about career journeys.

We're excited to feature one of our remarkable alumni from African Leadership College of Higher Education, Nomboh Evans Kunchu

He has made significant progress as a founder & CEO, Moto Health, and Blu-Pay, exemplifying the innovation and leadership we cultivate at ALU.

Join us in celebrating his journey and be inspired.