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About ALX Africa
[edit]- ALX Africa is an initiative by ALX Foundation, a non-profit organization which was registered in Mauritius in the year 2021.
- The foundation is committed to developing leadership and accelerating talent on the African continent.
- Founded by Fred Swaniker, a prominent entrepreneur and African education thinker.
- ALX Africa Encourages a mixed learning experience, combining online resources with face-to-face workshops and mentoring, With the use of remote sites called ALX Learning Hubs.
Creation
[edit]- Founded in answer to Africa's growing need for qualified and ethically robust leaders.
- Conceived from the success of African Leadership University (ALU) and African Leadership Academy (ALA).
- Aims at expanding ALU and ALA's influence by providing accessible and applicable training programs for Africans Online.
Mission
[edit]- To create an avenue for young African's to gain digital and Technical Skills and to harness Entrepreneurship skills to support Africa's growth.
Programs and Milestones
[edit]- Offers a variety of programs which focuses on technology, business, and leadership experience.[1]
- Organized first Career Fair.[2]
- ALX introduces new Tech Programs into their Curriculum.[3]
- ALX Organizes a Women in Tech Program.[4]
- ALX starts a variety of Tech programs.[7]
Major funding partnerships
[edit]- Is funded by a variety of charitable organizations and impact investors which includes the Mastercard Foundation
- Partnerships enable ALX Africa offer scholarships and support to deserving students.
- Strategic alliances for corporations help in aligning program curriculum with industry needs.
References
[edit]- ^ | ALX Programs
- ^ | ALX Career Fair
- ^ | Introduction of Tech Skills into the ALX Curriculum
- ^ | Women in Tech Program on International Women's Month
- ^ | ALX Partners with the Government of Ghana
- ^ https://www.myjoyonline.com/alx-convenes-ecosystem-partners-to-back-governments-1-million-coders-initiative/
- ^ | ALX Kick-Starts Inaugural Tech Training Programs
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