Stories of Impact
& Transformation

Closing remarks at the YELP Reunion Seminar 2025 – Dr. Martin Balaba

Eight years ago, in 2017, I sat in a room much like this as a new YELP fellow. Never in  my life had I encountered a group of young Africans so passionate and determined to see a better Africa.

Leadership at Crossroads: Reflect, Reconnect, Recommit - Keynote Address by Hashim Wasswa Mulangwa

Hashim is a Member of Faculty at the LéO Africa Institute. He is also a Strategic Advisor at the Rwanda Development Bank and CEO of BG Green — Systems and Solutions.

Discussing Leadership at Crossroads: Reflect. Reconnect. Recommit.

We are pleased to announce the Young and Emerging Leaders Project (YELP) Fellows Reunion Seminar 2025, scheduled for Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the Mestil Hotel in Kampala, Uganda.

Reclaiming Africa's Story: The Launch of the Griots Fellowship for African Leaders

On June 14, 2025, the LéO Africa Institute proudly welcomed the inaugural cohort of Griots Fellows, a landmark initiative that marks a new chapter in our mission to foster values-driven leadership and amplify African voices. This year’s cohort comprises 27 exceptional young leaders from across the African continent, expanding beyond our initial expectation of 25 fellows. Representing diverse backgrounds and professions, these individuals embody the spirit of innovation, resilience, and commitment to driving positive societal change. Through the Griots Fellowship, we aim to empower these changemakers to reclaim Africa’s narrative, celebrate its rich heritage, and shape a future defined by African agency and pride.

The Dawn of African Agency: Youth, Technology, and the Quest for Continental Renaissance