In a major advancement aimed at tackling governance challenges across Africa, a coalition of African leaders has officially established the African School of Governance in Kigali, Rwanda.
This institution is set to deliver top-tier education in public policy and leadership, equipping both current and future leaders with the necessary skills to confront critical issues such as economic development, climate change, and governance reforms.
The announcement was made in a statement released to journalists on Saturday.
According to the statement, the African School of Governance will be overseen by an independent governing board, chaired by Makhtar Diop, the Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation and former Minister of Finance and Economy of Senegal.
The board also includes notable figures such as Donald Kaberuka, former President of the African Development Bank, and Kishore Mahbubani, former Dean of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at the National University of Singapore.
Additionally, Prof. Kingsley Moghalu, former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, has been appointed as the inaugural President of the school.
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Announcing the appointment, Diop stated, “We are excited to welcome Kingsley Moghalu as President of the African School of Governance.
“His sterling track record of leadership in international and national policymaking institutions, and academia, and his thought leadership influence, will help make ASG a transformative graduate school and develop a new generation of purpose-driven leaders with the skills and mindsets to help Africa address the challenges of the 21st Century.”
In his response, Moghalu expressed his gratitude for the appointment, noting that the establishment of the school reflects a vision of a transformed Africa led by capable leadership— a vision he shares as well.
“The establishment of ASG is a powerful expression of a clear vision on the part of the founding leaders.
“I share this vision of a transformed Africa driven by competent leadership and governance, and I am honoured to have been tasked with leading ASG’s critical contribution to making that vision a reality.”
The initiative is led by Rwandan President Paul Kagame and former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, aiming to transform leadership across Africa by providing customized programs that blend global best practices with local contexts.
During the launch, Desalegn emphasized the need for leadership that grasps the complexities of the African landscape.
“The time is ripe for an institution rooted in Africa’s needs and aspirations.
The African School of Governance will be a hub for nurturing purpose-driven leaders equipped to tackle the continent’s greatest challenges and opportunities, combining Africa’s uniqueness with international best practices,” she stated.
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