The Institute for Governance and Economic Transformation (IGET) is pleased to announce that its Founder, Professor Kingsley Moghalu, has been appointed as the inaugural President of the newly established African School of Governance (ASG). The ASG, launched today in Kigali, Rwanda, is a pan-African graduate institution designed to deliver world-class public policy education, research, and engagement programs aimed at transforming governance and leadership across the continent.

The initiative brings together visionaries committed to creating a sustainable governance model rooted in African realities. The ASG initiative was founded by H.E. Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda, H.E. Hailemariam Desalegn, former Prime Minister of Ethiopia (both co-founders of the ASG Foundation) in consultation with other African leaders, academicians and philanthropists.

ASG is supported by the Mastercard Foundation as part of its Young Africa Works strategy, which aims to enable 30 million young Africans, 70 percent of whom are women, to access dignified and fulfilling work opportunities by 2030.

Professor Moghalu’s appointment as President of the African School of Governance represents a significant milestone, not only for ASG but also for IGET. As the Founder of IGET, Professor Moghalu has long been at the forefront of promoting good governance, sustainable development, and economic transformation in Africa. His new role at ASG underscores his continued commitment to advancing these ideals on a larger scale, with a particular focus on equipping the next generation of African leaders with the knowledge, skills, and mindsets needed to address the continent's most pressing governance challenges.

Speaking on his appointment, Professor Moghalu said: “The establishment of ASG is a powerful expression of a clear vision on the part of the founding  leaders. I share this vision of a transformed Africa driven by competent leadership and  governance, and I am honored to have been tasked with leading ASG’s critical contribution to  making that vision a reality.”

A New Chapter for IGET

Professor Moghalu’s leadership at ASG marks an exciting new chapter for IGET, which will continue to focus on its core mission of driving policy innovation and economic transformation across Africa. With Professor Moghalu at the helm of affairs at ASG, IGET under a new management will yield to the powerful synergy of combining IGET’s deep expertise in governance and development research with ASG’s academic excellence and leadership training.

IGET will remain a key player in promoting governance reforms, policy research, and capacity building across the continent. The envisioned partnership between IGET and ASG opens up new opportunities for collaboration on research initiatives, policy engagement, and leadership programs aimed at tackling Africa’s governance challenges. This will enhance IGET’s impact and further its mission to transform governance and foster economic development across the continent.

About IGET

The Institute for Governance and Economic Transformation (IGET) is a leading think tank dedicated to promoting governance reforms, sustainable economic development, and policy innovation in Africa. Through its research, policy advocacy, and capacity-building programs, IGET aims to contribute to the transformation of African societies and economies.

About the African School of Governance (ASG)

ASG offers academic programs, including a Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA), designed to equip emerging leaders with the skills and knowledge needed for effective leadership across Africa. In addition to its educational programs, ASG is committed to advancing governance through its research centers and policy engagement initiatives.

For more information, please contact:

Evelyn Dan Epelle, FMNES

MD/CEO

Institute for Governance and Economic Transformation (IGET)

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Chiemerie Ken-Ahukannah

Executive Officer (Administration)

Institute for Governance and Economic Transformation (IGET)

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