The Gambia Academy
Cultivating a generation of self-determined Africans to build Africa from within
Cultivating a generation of self-determined Africans to build Africa from within
Founded and run by Dr Sona Jobarteh, The Gambia Academy is more than a school. We are developing a new model of African education designed to equip young people with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and sense of purpose needed to succeed in Africa and contribute meaningfully to its development.
Through our Nation Building Curriculum, leadership development systems, practical learning experiences, and strong cultural grounding, we are cultivating innovators, entrepreneurs, leaders, and institution builders — empowering young Africans to become active contributors rather than spectators, producers rather than just consumers, and builders rather than bystanders in Africa's future.
The Problems we are addressing
Education that awards certificates, not real life skills to build careers of shape industries
Industries underbuilt. Talent exported. Solutions imported
Systems still shaped by the legacy of colonial education systems
Our Solutions
A curriculum tailored to African progress and nation-building
A curriculum rooted in African identity, powered by practical skills, critical thinking, creativity, and entrepreneurship
Educating creators, innovators, and leaders who will shape Africa’s future
Study With Us
Sign up to take part in our short or medium term courses in the Kora, Balafon, Djembe and dance. Suitable for all levels of proficiency from beginners to advanced.
Apply to enrol as a full time student at our Academy, and experience an immersive academic curriculum rooted in African culture.
