There is the existence of hidden and collective structures of power that surround and control official tenants of government across Africa. Jean Bayart,The Criminalization of the State in Africa Photo credit: nations online.org Lamido Sanusi, the Emir of Kano referred to these power structures as vested interests. It … Continue reading Of Power,Politics and Africa
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Yale University, Lagos Business School and Lagos State Government organise infectious diseases management workshop
YALI Fellow- Adebayo Alonge has brought together Yale University, the Lagos Business School and Lagos State government to organize an infectious diseases management workshop for healthcare professionals. Ebola killed mostly healthcare workers in Nigeria in 2014 and this workshop is targeted at improving infectious disease management capacity in Nigeria's health institutions. You can attend free, … Continue reading Yale University, Lagos Business School and Lagos State Government organise infectious diseases management workshop
Engaging governments- for social entrepreneurs
Social entrepreneurs can use their influence to help their communities choose the right governments that support social impact ventures.
Interview Tips for YALI
The best leaders are those humble enough to seek answers from others Adebayo Alonge The Solutions Ideator image credit: http://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com Congratulations now that you are through to this stage. It says a lot about you to have made it this far. Now make it count. This stage is as competitive as the application stage and … Continue reading Interview Tips for YALI
Marketing you-for social entrepreneurs
The responsibility for letting others know about your social entrepreneurship work rests with you. Learn how to raise your profile in 2 simple steps.
Between the old and young: Who would lead Nigeria to her future?
In Nigeria's 2015 general elections, a young nation must make a choice on who should lead her to the future- an old general or a young incumbent.
Branding You for Social Entrepreneurs
You are your perception. Be in control of the impression you create. Brand you!
The Social Entrepreneurship Mindset
The social entrepreneurship mindset is one that actively seeks to identify and solve problems faced by impoverished communities in a sustainable way they can pay for. Adebayo Alonge Image credit: http://www.noulakaz.net The Entrepreneurial Context Imagine that you are a freshman in a public university whose day by 8 a.m. starts with lectures. You and your colleagues … Continue reading The Social Entrepreneurship Mindset
Application Guide for the 2015 Mandela Washington Fellowship
These tips should serve as a guide with which you evaluate your application. They should not replace your authentic voice, your truth and the way you say it. Remember they are just a guide. So now let us delve into the application. 1. If you had 50 words to introduce yourself to President Obama, what … Continue reading Application Guide for the 2015 Mandela Washington Fellowship
Investing In Africa’s Future
Youths are Africa's future. what would you want current global leaders to invest in so that Africa's youth can achieve their potential.






