About Us

Who We Are

Africa Leadership and Policy for Humanitarian Action (ALPHA) is a premier think tank dedicated to advancing leadership, shaping policies, and fostering innovative solutions to Africa’s most pressing challenges. Rooted in the values of wisdom (Nyansapɔ), progress, and collaboration, ALPHA envisions a thriving continent driven by informed leadership and actionable policy frameworks.

We are committed to creating platforms for research, dialogue, and capacity building that empower individuals and institutions to make transformative impacts across Africa’s diverse communities.

Our Mission

To inspire and equip African leaders with the tools, knowledge, and strategies needed to develop evidence-based policies, promote inclusive governance, and implement impactful humanitarian initiatives.

Our Vision

A resilient and prosperous Africa led by visionary leadership, strengthened by robust policies, and united in addressing humanitarian and developmental challenges.

Core Values

1. Integrity: Upholding transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in all our endeavours.
2. Innovation: Leveraging creativity and cutting-edge research to address Africa’s unique challenges.
3. Inclusivity: Promoting diverse perspectives and ensuring that no voice is left unheard.
4. Collaboration: Building partnerships across sectors to amplify impact and foster collective growth.
5. Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in thought leadership, research, and advocacy.
6. Political Insight: Providing rigorous, non-partisan political research and analysis to strengthen democratic governance and inform strategic decision-making.

What We Do

At ALPHA, we work at the intersection of leadership development, policy research, political insight, and humanitarian action. Our key focus areas include:
1. Leadership Programmes: Empowering individuals through mentorship, training, and capacity-building initiatives tailored to Africa’s unique leadership needs.
2. Policy Research and Advocacy: conducting in-depth research to influence policies on governance, education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and economic development.
3. Political Research and Analysis: Examining electoral dynamics, party structures, and governance systems to provide actionable insights that shape political strategies and enhance democratic institutions.
4. Humanitarian Initiatives: designing and implementing innovative solutions to address poverty, inequality, and crises across the continent.
5. Public Engagement: Organising forums, workshops, and conferences to foster dialogue and action on critical issues affecting Africa’s progress.

Why ALPHA?

• Continental Reach: We engage stakeholders across Africa’s five subregions—West, East, North, Central, and Southern—ensuring inclusive representation and impact.
• Expertise: Our multidisciplinary team of scholars, policymakers, and practitioners brings unparalleled insights and experience to the table.
• Results-Oriented: We focus on actionable outcomes, ensuring that our initiatives translate into measurable change.
• Non-Partisan Approach: Our political research is grounded in impartiality, ensuring that it supports democratic processes and the public good.

Our Impact

Since our inception, ALPHA has:
• Influenced policy decisions in key areas such as education reform, healthcare access, and climate resilience.
• Conducted groundbreaking political research that has informed campaign strategies, governance reforms, and electoral processes.
• Trained over 1,000 emerging leaders through our flagship leadership programmes.
• Partnered with governments, NGOs, and private sector actors to implement innovative humanitarian projects.

Join Us

Together, we can redefine Africa’s future. Whether as a partner, supporter, or member, your involvement can make a difference. Let’s build a continent where visionary leadership, progressive policies, and evidence-based political strategies drive sustainable development and shared prosperity.