African Leadership University

180 Degrees Consulting (180DC) at the African Leadership University is a student-driven consultancy that empowers organizations to create meaningful social and environmental impact. Established in June 2024, our branch is uniquely positioned at ALU, a university renowned for its mission to develop Africa’s future leaders and tackle the continent’s biggest challenges. Guided by ALU’s ethos of learning by doing, we connect passionate students with nonprofits, social enterprises, and small businesses to provide innovative, high-quality solutions. Our goal is to equip students with hands-on consulting experience while helping mission-driven organizations overcome complex challenges. By joining us, students gain access to a global network, professional mentorship, and opportunities to drive change in Africa and beyond. Together, we combine the power of fresh ideas and strategic thinking to create sustainable impact where it matters most.

Benefits to joining this branch

Solve Real-World Problems

At ALU, we learn by doing. Joining 180DC gives you the chance to apply what you’re learning in class to real-world challenges. Whether it’s helping a nonprofit improve their impact or supporting a startup to scale, you’ll be solving real problems while building your consulting portfolio.

Access Leadership and Collaboration Opportunities

At 180DC, you’ll work in diverse teams, take on leadership roles, and learn how to drive projects from start to finish—skills that will serve you in any career you choose.

Access to a Global Network

180DC is the largest student-run consultancy in the world, and by joining the ALU branch, you’re plugging into a global network of consultants, professionals, and organizations. This is a powerful opportunity to make connections that go far beyond the ALU campus.

Be Part of Transformative Impact

At ALU, we are driven by purpose, and 180DC embodies this by working on projects that make a real difference. From supporting social enterprises to empowering grassroots initiatives, you’ll be part of something bigger—helping organizations that are changing lives and communities across Africa and beyond.

Contact details

Bumbogo, Kigali Innovation City, Next to Azam, Kigali, Rwanda

alu@180dc.org

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Leadership Team

Blessing Akpan

Co-founder & President

bakpan@180dc.org

Philippe Nabeho

Operations Director

pnabeho@180dc.org

Daniel Burongu

Human Resources Director

dburongu@180dc.org

Chibuzor Azubuike

Marketing and Communications Lead

cazubuike@180dc.org

Denyse Umulisa

Consulting Director

dumulisa@180dc.org

Christopher Mutasa

Outreach

cmutasa@180dc.org

Trevor Walubengo

Client Engagement Director

twalubeng@180dc.org

Cynthia Nekesa

Outreach

cnekesa@180dc.org

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