Governance education in Africa is crucial for advancing the continent’s socio-economic development and governance practices. Addressing Africa’s governance challengesdemands a holistic approach to ensure equitable access to African-centred policy and governance education.
The African School of Governance is Africa’s premier professional school offering world-class public policy education with a distinctive African identity. We are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of African leaders through rigorous education rooted in African historyand intellectual thought.
Our unique courses, African-centric syllabi, expert faculty, and practical learning experiences attract aspiring leaders passionate about sustainable development and shaping a brighter future for Africa.
We offer five degree and non-degree programmes, with a mix of full-time and part-time courses for African leaders at any stage of their career and leadership journey.
At ASG, we nurture future African leaders through rigorous education grounded in African history and thought. Our expert faculty and practical learning experiences attract aspiring
leaders who are passionate about sustainable development.
Our mix of full-time and part-time courses offers a balance of leadership, mindset change, technical skills and integration of practical, hands-on experience. As part of our commitment
to being a Pan-African institution, ASG students are required
to be proficient in at least two African Union languages.
Technical Skills: Students will learn effective policy analysis, data interpretation for decision-making, and economic model development
for policy design.
Management Skills: Students will learn project management fundamentals, budgeting and financial management, delivery and performance management, and digital and technology project management.
Policy Knowledge: Students will expand their knowledge across different policy areas and intersections, developing expertise in emerging subjects.
Leadership Skills: Students will become adept at public speaking, presenting, and written communications such as memos, briefs, presentations,
and negotiations.
Mindsets: ASG fosters a purpose-driven mindset among students, creating a community of leaders committed to public impact and lifelong
learning and growth.
African Perspective: An ASG education provides a rich understanding of African history, familiarity with continental and regional institutions, and proficiency in two or more African Union languages.
ASG focuses on inclusive student recruitment, building a diverse student body with a strong pan-African identity.
Grounded in Pan-African Perspectives: Our teaching, research, and policy engagement are rooted in a pan-African agenda,
informed by African history and experiences.
Language Learning Opportunities: While English is the primary language of instruction, ASG supports non-English speakers with pre-admission and ongoing language assistance. Additionally, students are required to learn one more AU language through language classes offered at the school.
Continental Exposure: Students gain exposure to Africa’s diversity through partnerships and exchange programs with public policy schools, national service training academies, and universities across the continent.
Support for Underrepresented Students: ASG provides coaching, preparatory programs, and financial support to assist
underrepresented students throughout the application process.
ASG develops a distinctly African curriculum, drawing content from African experiences, history, and knowledge.Courses cover African-specific challenges, including modern history, political economy, natural resource management,and postcolonial city development.
ASG emphasizes hands-on practical learning through dynamic in-class pedagogy and work-integrated learning opportunities, enhancing curriculum content, case studies, and faculty engagement.
A. On-Campus: Classes are designed around discussions and role-plays, using real and hypothetical case studies.Students adopt the perspectives of protagonists and tackle actual problems. Simulations may be used in teaching and assessments, integrating multiple courses.
B. On-Campus: Students are asked to engage in projects involving field work or involvement with real-life problems and clients – this can be part of a course or in the form of a capstone project.
C. Off Campus: Students take on full-time roles with partner organizations in relevant fields. These roles are integrated with the curriculum through faculty supervision, student learning communities, structured reflections,assessments, and earned credit points.
ASG will build an ecosystem for lifelong learning that meet leaders at every stage of their careers. Lifelong learning ecosystem with diverse programs and engaged alumni continent-wide,for every stage of your career.
A. From Recent graduates seeking an entry into the job market, to mid-career professionals seeking to upskill, or established leaders seeking to amplify impact and giving back, ASG connects you to a wide network.
B. ASG’s network and career office offers support with career transitions and lifelong learning through connection to an ASG community of alumni.
Studying at ASG is more than just academics.Prospective students will become part of a growing academic community and a pan-African network that will play a major role in governance and policymaking on the continent and in representing African interests globally. Students will benefit from a supportive network and long-term relationships with peers and alumni, ensuring that the connections made at ASG extend well beyond graduation.
Address: P.O. Box 6239, Kigali-Rwanda
KG 220st, Gishushu, Gasabo District
Tel: +250 794411992
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