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Pillars for
Leadership Development

At Lapid Leaders Africa, we are committed to nurturing the next
generation of African leaders who will transform their communities
and the continent. Our programs are designed to empower young
men and women with the essential skills, knowledge, and
opportunities to spearhead meaningful change.

 
 

Pillars for
Leadership Development

At Lapid Leaders Africa, we are committed to nurturing the next
generation of African leaders who will transform their communities
and the continent. Our programs are designed to empower young
men and women with the essential skills, knowledge, and
opportunities to spearhead meaningful change.

Kenya’s Youth

Navigating Challenges in a Changing Economy

A few years ago the Kenya’s National Bureau of Statistics released a report that exposed a stark truth: nine out of ten unemployed Kenyans are under 35 years old.

This sobering reality was compounded in the year by an economy struggling and the inflation soars. Kenyan women, particularly young women, experience higher rates of unemployment and underemployment compared to men.

A recent report by the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) spotlight a critical flaw in our education system. It highlighted that our education places undue emphasis on theoretical knowledge, neglecting innovation, experimentation, and entrepreneurial skills—the very skills identified as crucial by employers.

The report also identified leadership competence and skilled worker competence as crucial for the green shift, stressing the need for comprehensive skill development.

The Lapid Experience is an altogether unique program.

And here’s why

Online Content & Guided Bootcamps

Entrepreneurial Field Visits

Community Focused Squads and Cohorts

Africa-wide Study Trips

Coaching and Mentoring

Lifetime Access

Three Pillars of Leadership Development Drive Our Work

Lead Self:

Cultivating Personal Growth and Self-Awareness

Our why:

Personal development is the first step in leadership development. We work with young people to discover their strengths, build self-awareness, and develop the integrity and resilience needed to lead with purpose.

Key Offerings:

  • Personal Development Workshops to enhance self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and personal growth.
  • Coaching and Mentorship to support individualized personal and professional development.
  • Reflective Activities to promote introspection and self-discovery.
  • Field Trips and Camps leveraging experiential learning to expand the horizons of young men and women.
  • Peer Learning Activities to build teamwork and collaborative skills

Lead Marketplace

Preparing for Excellence

Our why:

Essential skills and knowledge are necessary to succeed. We provide training driven by expert insights to foster critical thinking, entrepreneurial and professional growth.

Key Offerings:

  • Entrepreneurial Training to stimulate an entrepreneurial culture.
  • Professional Development to enhance workplace readiness and skills.
  • Sectoral Expertise to connect young people with industry leaders.
  • Problem Solving applying the skills acquired to real-world business problems.
  • Networking Opportunities where young people learn from distinguished leaders from renowned institutions such as Stanford GSB, Harvard University, Dalberg Consulting, BCG Consulting, and many others.
  • Personalized Guidance to ensure participants navigate their career paths with expert coaching.

Lead Africa

Youth-Driven Solutions to our Challenges

Our why:

By equipping participants with the skills and opportunities to lead transformational initiatives, we ensure they can make a significant and lasting impact on their communities and beyond, shaping a more equitable and sustainable future for Africa.

Key Offerings:

  • Social Justice Advocacy to effectively advocate for and lead social justice initiatives.
  • Community Engagement to gain experience developing and implementing community-focused projects.
  • Sustainability and Climate Action for technical expertise in sustainability and climate action.

Who is Eligible:

We work with the boldest, dedicated and most innovative young leaders

  • Age: 20 to 30 years old
  • Traits: Self-driven and passionate about leadership development
  • Commitment: Ready to enhance self-awareness and build a strong career foundation
  • Impact: Dedicated to making a positive impact in their communities
  • Readiness: Prepared to invest in personal development

What It Takes to Do the Program

We work with the boldest, dedicated and most innovative young leaders

  • Commitment: Must be dedicated to personal growth
  • Engagement: Actively participate in all aspects of the program
  • Openness: Willing to embrace self-reflection and new learning experiences
  • Application: Apply insights gained to personal and professional life
  • Proactive Approach: Engage in activities and exercises designed for self-awareness and leadership development

Note: We hold ourselves and our young leaders to high standards, so please apply only if you are ready to be challenged and stretched throughout your growth journey.

“The program played a big role in how I view myself and the world. I realized just how important self-awareness is, what it means to have integrity, and the importance of being child-like and not childish.”

Amanda KinyanjuiLapid Class Cohort 7