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We are delighted to congratulate and welcome Peace Delali as the Leaders of Africa Institute’s Associate Director of the...
13/08/2026

We are delighted to congratulate and welcome Peace Delali as the Leaders of Africa Institute’s Associate Director of the Global Consultancy Network (GCN) and Global Engagement.

Peace's appointment builds on a longstanding connection to the Institute. A proud alumna of our Research Methods Program in 2023, she returns in a leadership capacity with significant experience as a development practitioner, social entrepreneur, researcher, and project management consultant, and a deep understanding of the community of research and social innovators we support. Peace holds an MA in Development Studies from ISSER UG at the University of Ghana, Legon.

Over the past five years, Peace has led research and development initiatives in digital inclusion, gender equity, and the translation of research across rural communities in Ghana. Her research has examined gender barriers in Ghana's creative industry and the relationship between digital financial inclusion and the sustainability of rural microfinance institutions. She has also managed over $500,000 in funding from USAID and Microsoft Airband to support initiatives addressing gaps in digital access.

Peace has demonstrated an innovative approach to translating research and development practice into sustainable social impact. As co-founder of Global Impact, she has helped advance the mental, sexual, and reproductive health of women and girls while expanding access to vocational and digital skills. Under her leadership, FLOW secured support from the European Union Global Youth Mobilization Fund to develop a mobile application supporting menstrual health and pregnancy tracking. She also developed MyFLOW, a social enterprise whose proceeds support FLOW Global Impact's community programs. It is innovative models of impact like these that the Leaders of Africa Institute values and that are central to Peace's mission.

Peace's combination of rigorous research, project leadership, entrepreneurship, and experience mobilizing resources for social impact will be particularly important in her work with the Institute. Over the coming months, she will coordinate activities of our Global Consultancy Network (GCN) while helping to strengthen alumni engagement. At the heart of this work is a commitment to ensuring that our distinguished alumni remain connected to a global community that supports their continued growth, creates opportunities for collaboration, and helps them advance their research, professional, and social impact aspirations.

We are especially proud to see an alumna return to help shape the Institute's initiatives and contribute her experience to supporting the Scholars and alumni who make this community so distinctive. Please join us in congratulating and welcoming Peace Delali to this new role.

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Today, we congratulate our 2025 Research Scholars on completing the Research Methods Program at the Leaders of Africa In...
06/08/2026

Today, we congratulate our 2025 Research Scholars on completing the Research Methods Program at the Leaders of Africa Institute. 🎉

Over the past year, our Scholars have demonstrated hard work, intellectual curiosity, and a strong commitment to rigorous research. Through qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods approaches, they have developed and advanced their own Capstone Projects. Some projects have already been completed and published, while others have progressed significantly.

Throughout the Program, Scholars strengthened their ability to design research, collect and analyze evidence, and communicate findings through accessible publications, presentations, and other research outputs.

Over the next few weeks, we will showcase some of the insightful and impactful research produced by our newest Research Scholar alumni. We look forward to celebrating their accomplishments and sharing their contributions to research, policy, and practice.

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23/07/2026

We are excited to announce that Dr. Chao Mbogho has been recognized as one of only nine global recipients of the 2026 Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Impact Prize, selected from 156 applications representing 61 countries.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Dr. Chao, a distinguished alumna of the Leaders of Africa Institute's Grant Writing and Funding Program (GWF) 2025, where she also received the Best Proposal Award at the 2025 Grant Writing Showcase.

Dr. Chao brings a rare combination of scientific excellence, visionary leadership, and creative energy. She has an exceptional ability to bring people together, building mentorship ecosystems that empower aspiring technologists not only with technical expertise, but also with the professional, ethical, and leadership skills needed to thrive in Africa's digital future.

Her award-winning initiative, Mentorship Infrastructure for Holistic Technologists, addresses one of Kenya's most pressing challenges: the gap between university computing education and the rapidly evolving labor market. Since 2016, her work has supported over 350 learners from 29 universities through a comprehensive experiential learning model that integrates technical training with personal development, responsible innovation, community engagement, professional skills, and scholarship. The program has already contributed to graduate employment, postgraduate scholarships, innovation outputs, and a growing network of industry partnerships.

Having collaborated with Microsoft, the Mozilla Foundation, Positive Sum Africa, Purpink, Google Kenya, Africa's Talking, Hynfratech, and many other industry and university partners, Dr. Chao is scaling her impact, and the 2026 Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Impact Prize is evidence of this. The next stage will extend opportunities to students from rural and under-resourced universities, strengthen university-industry collaboration, develop a digital Mentorship Management System, and generate rigorous evidence on how experiential learning can transform computing education across Africa.

Dr. Chao's recognition exemplifies the kind of transformational leadership the Leaders of Africa Institute seeks to cultivate through the Grant Writing and Funding Program. We are honored to have been part of her journey and look forward to seeing her work continue to shape a more inclusive, innovative, and opportunity-rich future for Africa's next generation of technology leaders.

Congratulations, Dr. Chao, on this remarkable and well-deserved global recognition. We cannot wait to see what comes next.

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Join us for the fourth open event in the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Regional Learning Series hosted in partnership ...
22/07/2026

Join us for the fourth open event in the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Regional Learning Series hosted in partnership with the Leaders of Africa Institute, titled “Advancing Prevention, Relief, and Recovery in Southern Africa,” at 4 PM UTC this Thursday, July 23rd.

Building on previous dialogues on Participation and Protection, this session will complete our exploration of the four pillars of the Women, Peace and Security agenda. Anchored in UNSCR 1325 and reinforced by regional frameworks, the discussion will focus on the Prevention and Relief & Recovery pillars while examining the financing, coordination, governance, and institutional capacity required for effective implementation.

Our featured speakers bring extensive experience in peacebuilding, human rights, mediation, and community resilience. Dr. Josephine Kimanu Mauwa is a peace and gender researcher, lecturer in Peace and Conflict Transformation, and founder of Centre de Paix Junneuf in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Melusi Clement Matsenjwa is an Eswatini lawyer and civil society leader with more than 15 years of experience in human rights, mediation, advocacy, and constitutional law. He serves as Chairperson of the Human Rights Association of Swaziland and Programmes Manager at the Council of Swaziland Churches. Neves Levi Oliveira is a Mozambican psychologist and peacebuilding practitioner who advances youth participation, social cohesion, and locally led peacebuilding in conflict-affected communities, particularly in Cabo Delgado, through Friends Involved in Solidarity, which he founded.

Other contributions will come through our Practice Spotlight, featuring Naima Korchi, a FemWise-Africa member and humanitarian lawyer, as well as our dedicated presenters, Petrider Paul, Pezu Mukwakwa, and Leaders of Africa Institute alumna Gloria Hingoma (GWF 2025).

Through interactive dialogue and peer exchange, participants will reflect on practical approaches to strengthening prevention and recovery systems, examine the institutional and financial barriers that continue to limit implementation, and identify recommendations for more coordinated, inclusive, locally led, and sustainable implementation of the Women, Peace and Security agenda across Southern Africa.

📅 Thursday, July 23rd
🕓 4 PM UTC
📍 Location: Zoom Meeting

To join the session, engage with fellow practitioners, and receive series resources, register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/WPS-2026

Imara Leadership Initiative

Over the weekend, we welcomed our 2026 Research Scholars for the official Program Opening and Orientation at the Leaders...
06/07/2026

Over the weekend, we welcomed our 2026 Research Scholars for the official Program Opening and Orientation at the Leaders of Africa Institute. 🎉 In early March, we challenged researchers around the world to share their interests and ideas for translating their research work into social innovation. After an overwhelming response and a rigorous review process, we are excited to welcome our 2026 Research Scholars.

Every cohort of the Research Methods Program at the Leaders of Africa Institute is special. Our 2026 Research Scholars represent over 30 countries, with interests in public health, education, social science, data science, development economics, equitable and sustainable development, environmental protection, monitoring and evaluation, and other important fields. With backgrounds in academia, government, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector, our Research Scholars are well-positioned to ensure their research work has an immediate social impact. In our diversity, there is a unified belief that research can advance societal transformation.

Over the next few months, our Research Scholars will consider ideas for original research contributions, challenge themselves to see their research work and impact differently, learn advanced methodological tools and techniques, and accelerate their research Capstone Projects. We look forward to sharing more about our 2026 Research Scholars in the weeks and months ahead.

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In just a week, we welcome our Research Scholars for the Program Opening and Orientation of the Research Methods Program...
29/06/2026

In just a week, we welcome our Research Scholars for the Program Opening and Orientation of the Research Methods Program 2026 at the Leaders of Africa Institute. 🎉 We are excited to introduce the 2026 Cohort and the important work they are leading in research, policy, and social innovation.

Over the next several months, our Research Scholars will deepen their expertise in research design, advanced methods, and data analysis to investigate some of the world's most pressing development challenges. Through hands-on projects, personalized mentorship, and global collaboration, Scholars will strengthen their ability to design rigorous studies and produce evidence that informs policy and advances sustainable development.

To offer a preview of this exceptional cohort, incoming Research Scholars Ms. Palikena Kaude and Mr. Rodrigue Kaki exemplify the breadth of expertise represented in this year's program. Palikena is a public health and development leader and Equality and Rights for All Advisor at UNAIDS, where she advances research and policy on gender equality, HIV, and community health across Africa. Rodrigue is a development economist and Economist Consultant at the The World Bank Group, supporting evidence-based policy and operational work in Benin and Burkina Faso. Through the Research Methods Program, both Scholars will further strengthen the advanced methodological skills that underpin high-quality research and evidence-informed decision-making.

This commitment to rigorous, policy-relevant research is reflected across the cohort, whose members are tackling challenges in public health, governance, development economics, education, climate, business, and many other fields. We look forward to introducing more members of the 2026 Cohort in the weeks ahead.

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Join us for the third open event in the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Regional Learning Series hosted in partnership w...
24/06/2026

Join us for the third open event in the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Regional Learning Series hosted in partnership with the Leaders of Africa Institute, titled "Advancing the Protection Pillar in Africa," at 4 PM UTC this Thursday, June 25th.

As we explore the Protection pillar of UNSCR 1325, this session will focus on how women and girls experience protection challenges across diverse peace and security contexts in Southern Africa. Moving beyond policy discussions, participants will engage with lived experiences, practical responses, and lessons learned from women peacebuilders, civil society leaders, and regional practitioners working to strengthen protection mechanisms across the region.

Our featured speakers bring extensive experience across policy, advocacy, humanitarian programming, and movement-building. Namatama Mildred Pumulo Sakabilo has nearly two decades of experience advancing gender equality and Women, Peace and Security initiatives across Africa through her work with governments, SADC, the African Union, and the United Nations. Caroline Peters, Founder and Executive Director of the Callas Foundation, is a human rights defender with more than 30 years of experience promoting gender justice, access to justice, and protection for women and children in South Africa. Mercy Jaravani, National Coordinator of the Women's Coalition of Zimbabwe, is a lawyer and women's rights advocate whose work spans movement-building, climate justice, and engagement with regional and international human rights mechanisms.

The session will also feature brief country reflections from Dr. Zainab Sindigawo Mohammed and Pili Mashine Hassan, who will share insights and experiences related to protection challenges and responses in Nigeria, Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, and South Sudan.

Through open exchange, participants will reflect on effective protection practices, examine persistent barriers that limit meaningful responses, and identify practical recommendations for strengthening protection at national and regional levels.

📅 Thursday, June 25th
🕓 4 PM UTC
📍 Location: Zoom Meeting

To join the session, engage with fellow practitioners, and receive series resources, register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/WPS-2026

Imara Leadership Initiative

On Tuesday, the Grant Writing and Funding Program, along with Director Prof. Peter Penar, welcomed Dr. Anthony Mveyange,...
04/06/2026

On Tuesday, the Grant Writing and Funding Program, along with Director Prof. Peter Penar, welcomed Dr. Anthony Mveyange, Director of Programs and Synergy at the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), to share his perspective on the changing funding landscape. As is well known throughout our Institute community, APHRC is a premier Africa-based research and policy institution, advancing cutting-edge research, capacity building, and social innovation across a range of fields, including public health and climate action.

Drawing on many years of award-winning institutional-building and resource mobilization experience, Dr. Anthony emphasized that the days of pursuing publications for their own sake are largely behind us. Research must pose important and relevant questions for investigation while also demonstrating broader impacts. Beyond developing fundable ideas, researchers must cultivate the relationships, partnerships, and consortia needed to pursue impactful research and social initiatives at scale.

The Leaders of Africa Institute is grateful to Dr. Anthony for his masterful presentation and enlightening engagement. The session embodied the values that underpin APHRC's collaborative approach to advancing innovation and investing in Africa-based researchers. Check out the cutting-edge platforms and resources developed by APHRC here ➡️ https://aphrc.org/project-websites-and-platforms/

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Congratulations to our accepted Research Scholars 2026! 🎉 In 2026, we face many global challenges that can be addressed ...
02/06/2026

Congratulations to our accepted Research Scholars 2026! 🎉 In 2026, we face many global challenges that can be addressed through research and social innovation. Each of our accepted Research Scholars is passionate about how their research can help confront these challenges.

With backgrounds in important areas of international development, research, and social innovation, we are excited to welcome a highly talented cohort of researchers, faculty, international development professionals, and social innovators representing 40 countries. This year's cohort includes Scholars from some of the leading organizations around the world, including the United Nations Development Programme - UNDP, Education Sub Saharan Africa, Africa CDC, Save the Children International, and several leading universities in Africa, such as the University of Cape Town and African Leadership University (ALU), and around the world.

Over the next few weeks, we will share more about this year's Scholars and how they hope to use their research to achieve social impact. Through the Research Methods Program 2026, Scholars will advance research that leverages cutting-edge methods while working to ensure that research is conducted and communicated in ways that shape decision-making. We will also share insights into how the Leaders of Africa Institute will enable our Research Scholars, like our distinguished alumni, to become leading voices and innovators in research and international development. We also look forward to celebrating our outgoing 2025 Research Scholars this month.

To learn more about the Leaders of Africa Institute and upcoming opportunities, join our WhatsApp Group ➡️ https://bit.ly/LoAWhatsApp7

Join us today (Friday, May 29th) at 1 PM UTC for an important conversation on advancing literacy in challenging contexts...
29/05/2026

Join us today (Friday, May 29th) at 1 PM UTC for an important conversation on advancing literacy in challenging contexts through innovative approaches to teaching and learning. The event, entitled "Play-Based Learning: A Tool to Support Literacy in ECE in Crisis Situations," is a roundtable discussion hosted and moderated by CODE NGO and Sun Books.

This timely conversation will explore how play-based learning strategies can support literacy development among young learners affected by conflict, displacement, and disrupted education. Through approaches such as songs, stories, games, and other interactive learning activities, educators can help children rebuild foundational literacy skills while creating engaging and supportive learning environments.

The conversation features Professor Etta Mercy Aki, one of the Co-Leads of the flagship programs at the Leaders of Africa Institute, including the Research Methods Program. Supported through funding from CODE, Professor Aki's work focuses on conflict-affected learners in Cameroon and demonstrates the powerful role that play-based learning can play in addressing learning loss and educational disruption caused by conflict.

This event offers an opportunity to learn from research, practice, and lived experiences at the intersection of education, literacy, and humanitarian response.

📅 Date: Friday, May 29th
🕐 Time: 1 PM UTC
✅ Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/play-based-learning-a-tool-to-support-literacy-in-ece-in-crisis-situations-tickets-1989020807779

We look forward to seeing you there and engaging in a meaningful discussion about strengthening literacy outcomes for children in crisis-affected settings.

World Literacy Foundation, Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada

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