A reference school in East Africa for leather crafts
ALA-KIGALI is a private TVET institution based in Kigali, sister campus of the African Leather Academy in Dakar. Our mission is to train the next generation of Rwandan and African leather artisans — designers, technicians, entrepreneurs — to world-class standards.
Vision
To become the reference school in East Africa for leather crafts — a place where Rwandan know-how meets international standards.
Mission
Deliver progressive, bilingual, degree-granting training in leathergoods and shoemaking, and grow a network of artisans capable of building the pan-African luxury of tomorrow.
Our Values
Excellence
World-class technical and creative standards.
Authenticity
Rooted in Rwandan and African craft traditions.
Innovation
Modern methods, materials and business models.
Inclusion
Open to women, youth and self-taught artisans.
Sustainability
Responsible sourcing and long-life products.
Bilingualism
French and English, side by side, from day one.
Identity card
- Official name
- African Leather Academy — Campus Rwanda (ALA-KIGALI)
- Status
- Private TVET institution
- Location
- Kigali, Rwanda (Gasabo / Nyarugenge)
- Parent institution
- ALA Campus Senegal — Boutique Néné Yaya, Dakar
- Operational launch
- October 2026
- Accreditation
- RDB · Rwanda Polytechnic / IPRC Kigali
- Languages
- Bilingual — French & English
Strategic roadmap
Launch
First certified courses open in Kigali. 100 – 130 learners across Certificate and Diploma levels.
Break-even & degree pathway
220 – 280 learners. Launch of the Professional Bachelor and Master's programmes.
Regional reference
Provincial branches across Rwanda and recognition as East Africa's reference school for leather crafts.