Speaking at the 4th Annual ACES Political Economy Summer School in Zanzibar, Professor Leonard Wantchekon shared the story of how the African School of Economics (ASE) grew from a small idea into a thriving Pan-African knowledge ecosystem. “Yesterday,” he began with humor, “I presented the troublemaker side of me. But today you’ll see the […]
At the United Nations General Assembly, Prof. Leonard Wantchekon, Founder of the African School of Economics, spoke on the power of collective agency in driving technological progress and inclusive development. His message was clear — technology alone doesn’t transform societies; people and social structures do. Watch the full address as Prof. Wantchekon outlines practical policy
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The establishment of the Princeton–African School of Economics Research (PASER) Hub at Tom Mboya University, Ndhiwa Campus, represents a major contribution marks the beginning of East Africa’s contribution to the continent’s a continent-wide knowledge network. As the first PASER Hub in East Africa the region, Kenya will serve as a gateway for linking local innovation
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The African School of Economics (ASE) is proud to announce that Rasheedat Ajibade, Nigerian international footballer and 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) champion, has officially joined ASE Athletics as its new Brand Ambassador. Currently signed to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Ajibade is widely celebrated not only for her brilliance on the pitch—where she was
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About The Programme The Leonard Wantchekon School of Advanced Studies, a division of the African School of Economics in Gudu, Abuja, is a Pan-African center of excellence committed to preparing students for seamless entry into university through a specialized Direct Entry programme. The school offers an intensive three-semester blended academic curriculum designed for candidates who may
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The African School of Economics (ASE), Abuja, continued its commitment to shaping the discourse on higher education in Africa with the successful hosting of its 4th Public Lecture (ASEPL 4.0), themed: “The 21st Century Nigerian University: Pitfalls and Pathways.” The keynote address was delivered by Prof. Ochonu, Moses, a distinguished scholar from Vanderbilt University, USA,
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The Secretary-General of the United Nations has appointed Leonard Wantchekon, Professor of Politics and International Affairs at Princeton University and founder of the African School of Economics, to an independent High-Level Expert Group on “Beyond GDP”, established to develop recommendations for measures that complement or go beyond Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Wantchekon joins 13 other
The National Troupe of Nigeria (NTN) and the African School of Economics (ASE) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote African heritage and drive growth in the arts and creative economy. The MOU, signed by NTN Artistic Director/CEO, Hajja Kaltume Bulama Gana, fsna; ASE Registrar, Mrs Emi-Fowowe Ogunboye, and Director of
The African School of Economics (ASE) marked a historic milestone on Wednesday as it held its first-ever matriculation ceremony at its Nigerian campus in Gudu District, Abuja. The event formally welcomed the pioneer cohort of undergraduates, all of whom are beneficiaries of the Renewed Hope Initiative Scholarship, launched by the First Lady of Nigeria, Sen
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