Kigali, Rwanda – The African School of Governance (ASG) proudly welcomes the pioneer cohort of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme. Represented are 51 students from 14 African countries namely, Burundi, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Mali, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Sudan, The Gambia, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe. “Our Pan-African approach to governance education combines academic accuracy with cultural depth and Pan-African ethical leadership. This marks the beginning of a transformative journey,” said Prof. Amany Elsharif, Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Orientation Week, taking place from 8–12 September, is designed to immerse students in ASG’s vision, mission, and Pan-African ethos while fostering community, cultural exchange, and academic readiness. The programme features faculty introductions, career and internship workshops, cultural celebrations, and a reflective visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Following Orientation Week, students will participate in an academic bootcamp from 15–18 September themed “Rooted to Rise: Transformational Leadership for Africa’s Future.” The bootcamp will focus on policy skills, ethical leadership, community-building, and professional development, equipping students to navigate Africa’s governance challenges with innovation and integrity.
A matriculation ceremony will be held on 25 September 2025, a milestone event celebrating the students’ commencement of the MPA programme and their joining into the broader ASG Community.
The African School of Governance (ASG) was co-founded by H.E Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda and H.E Hailemariam Desalegn, former Prime Minister of Ethiopia. The Pan-African School’s vision is to nurture a prosperous and peaceful Africa where purpose-driven leaders are equipped with the mindsets, knowledge, and skills to drive sustainable development for all. ASG aims to become a hub for research and policy development, fostering partnerships with governments, the private sector, civil society, and academic institutions across the continent and beyond. ASG’s commitment to innovation and inclusion extends to its excellent learning environment and also aims to foster a collaborative ecosystem that bridges academia, public policy, and private sector engagement to drive evidence-based policy solutions and initiatives for Africa’s future.
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Kigali: JohnPaul Sesonga
African School of Governance (ASG)
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About the African School of Governance (ASG)
ASG is a ground-breaking graduate-level institution committed to transforming leadership and governance in Africa. Through its pillars of education, research, and public policy, ASG empowers leaders to address Africa’s challenges with culturally relevant, evidence-based, and innovative solutions. The institution is poised to become a catalyst for positive change, producing ethical
leaders who will lead Africa’s charge toward sustainable development and governance excellence.