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Join Africa's most influential gathering of thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers. Our events bring together diverse voices to shape the future of leadership on the continent.
Annual Leaders Gathering
The Annual Leaders Gathering (ALG) has established itself as an essential platform for significant conversations on ideas and issues impacting society. Starting in 2020, the gathering takes place every November and has gained reputation as the signature public convening for the LéO Africa Institute's growing networks.
Activity Plan 2025
Join us throughout 2025 for a series of transformative events designed to inspire, connect, and empower leaders across Africa.
May 2025
Huduma Fellows Reunion Seminar
Full-day event: All class reunions in the morning, and a joint Huduma Summit in the afternoon – Mestil Hotel, Kampala
June 2025
The Heritage Seminar "Journeys Back Home"
Leadership Seminar designed for Reflections on Our Heritages of Birth (7th – 9th June)
July 2025
YELP Fellows Reunion Seminar
A full-day program bringing all classes together in the reunion summit in Kampala. Lake Victoria Serena Hotel – Kigo
September 2025
Annual Leaders Gathering DAY 1
The Opening sessions and intergenerational dialogue conversations
LéO Africa Talks Conference
At the end of their learning journey, the "Griots" present ideas & insights from their leadership journeys at the LéO Africa Talks conference in a storytelling format
Annual Leaders Gathering DAY 2
The main ALG sessions, with keynote speakers, panel discussions, and performances
October 2025
LéO Africa Institute Executive Seminar
The "Good Society Seminar" - Guiding Leaders on Living a Life of Success and Significance. To be hosted in Elmenteita, Kenya in partnership with Africa Leadership & Dialogue Institute (10th - 12th October)
November 2025
The Harambe Symposium
The symposium is premised on the "urgency" of strengthening a collaborative leadership culture for leaders in Africa, or those who aspire to lead, within organizations, institutions, governments, and communities. Hosted in Kigali Rwanda
Ali Mufuruki Annual Lecture
Celebrating the legacy and work of the late Ali Mufuruki. The lecture is designed to inspire the young and emerging generation of leaders in Africa with ideas of transformative leadership and to provide insight into the often-complex topics of leadership and the development of society.
Past Events & Impact
Over the years, we have hosted numerous impactful events that have brought together leaders, thinkers, and change-makers from across Africa. Here's a look at some of our most memorable gatherings.
Annual Leaders Gathering 2024
Reimagining Leadership in the Age of Innovation
The 2024 edition of the Annual Leaders Gathering took place on November 14th and 16th at the esteemed Sheraton Hotel. This transformative event will bring together thought leaders, visionaries, and changemakers to explore innovative pathways to impactful leadership and foster global collaboration.
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