What Would Happen if Africa's Youth Unleashed Their Full Potential?

At SoarAway, we believe that youth are Africa's greatest resource; her arm of strength and unique opportunity for transformative change. Our work focuses on enabling them to not only survive, but nurturing them to thrive and drive transformation as ethical creative leaders.
Director of operations at SoarAway Africa

The Need

The African Youth Bulge is a tipping Point forHumanity.

Africa is home to the largest youth population in the world, with 70% of its population under 30. This demographic phenomenon poses a ticking time bomb or  a great opportunity for the continent and the world depending on how we address it.

Uganda, with 78% of its population under 30 is a stark example of this trend.

70%

of Africa's population is under 30.

1.9B

young Africans will turn 15 between 2015 and 2030

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By 2050 one out of four people globally
will be African
.

Africa and the world have innumerable, daunting, age-old, complex problems

We have one solution;

Creative Ethical Leadership

The Opportunity

What if Africa’s young populace can be turned into her advantage?

The Archers' League first cohort

What if Africa’s young populace can be turned into her advantage?. What if they could be Her giant killers to rebuild old waste places and set firm foundations for future generations? This would have significant implications for global growth, innovation and development.

At SoarAway, we believe that youth are Africa's greatest resource; her arm of strength and unique opportunity for transformative change. Our work focuses on enabling them to not only survive, but nurturing them to thrive and drive transformation as ethical creative leaders.

The Archers' League first cohort

The Opportunity

What if Africa’s young populace can be turned into her advantage?

What if they could be Her giant killers to rebuild old waste places and set firm foundations for future generations? This would have significant implications for global growth, innovation and development.

At SoarAway, we believe that youth are Africa's greatest resource; her arm of strength and unique opportunity for transformative change. Our work focuses on enabling them to not only survive, but nurturing them to thrive and drive transformation as ethical creative leaders.

Our Approach

We raise the best to raise the rest. We invest inleadership development for Africa's best and brightest to be ethical creativeleaders in different spheres of influence.

Our training enables them to:  BECOME, CONNECT & INSPIRE

Become

Self-discovery, Values and Character. Training in skills and competences to discover and amplify their abilities, develop the right mindset, embrace their heritage, step into their purpose, maximize their potential and step into their purpose

Inspire

Creative Leadership, Involvement and Responsibility (learning by doing,  daring to become, so others can). Redefining possibility, raising the bar to create  aspiration and inspiration. Leaders who produce leaders and impact the next  generations. They raise the bar, create aspiration. They do not only do, they inspire.

Connect

Mentorship, Support of others and Collaboration. A network of support and guidance from peers and mentors as well as cross-disciplinary collaboration and problem-solving.

Our Impact

Through our work in 6 years, 25 districts and 400 schools in Uganda, courageous untamed moral leaders are rising and defying the odds, to become the shapers, influencers and path-finders; guides that raise the bar, change the narrative, challenge beliefs, behavior, attitudes and status quo. They break free from all the shackles of a defeatist culture and create a new normal. They are the flames that burn to light a stranger’s way.

400

Schools

127,200

Student Leaders

25

DIstricts

12

Conferences

1,600

Educators
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Our Impact

Through our work in 8 years, 32 districts, 19 conferences and tournaments and 462 schools in Uganda, courageous untamed moral leaders are rising and defying the odds, to become the shapers, influencers and path-finders; guides that raise the bar, change the narrative, challenge beliefs, behavior, attitudes and status quo. They break free from all the shackles of a defeatist culture and create a new normal. They are the flames that burn to light a stranger’s way.

462

Schools

127,200

Student Leaders

32

Districts

19

Conferences

1,600

Educators

The Soar Way

SoarAway is our way, not of improvement, or trying to catch up with the world, but returning to what we have always been. It is a movement, a system of carefully crafted interlinked solutions born out of more than 10 years of work, diligent study and sitting at the feet of the elders far and near.

The Soar way

SoarAway is our way, not of improvement, or trying to catch up with the world, but returning to what we have always been. It is a movement, a system of carefully crafted interlinked solutions born out of more than 10 years of work, diligent study and sitting at the feet of the elders far and near.

Our Programing

Soar Schools

School Outreaches,  Conferences
& Chapters.

Nurturing
Programs

Admirals

Mentors
& Role models

Emikago

Community of Founders

Nurturing Programs

The Archers' League

Raising the best to raise the rest

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The Archers League is a selective one year leadership fellowship for exceptional young leaders. Through mentorship, physical camps, and rigorous formation, fellows are sharpened for impact. Many alumni now lead student movements, hold elected positions, and run organisations that serve others. Excellence here is not for ego, but for service.

Soar Educators

Walking with young leaders, not ahead of them

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This program pairs emerging leaders with experienced mentors who guide them through developing innovative solutions to societal challenges, promoting integrity, and fostering social responsibility. Participants engage in workshops, collaborative projects, and one-on-one coaching, focusing on creative problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and leadership in a rapidly evolving cultural landscape.

SoarAway Leadership Academy

Mastery in leadership, personal growth, and youth development

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The SoarAway Leadership Academy exists to serve individuals and institutions that work with young people. Drawing on years of deep practice in leadership development and youth coaching, we design tailored courses, certified trainings, and immersive learning journeys for students, young professionals, fresh graduates, and youth serving organisations. This is where purpose is clarified, confidence is built, and leadership becomes embodied.

Leadership for Economic Dignity and Transformation

Responding to unemployment with skills, purpose, and leadership

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This program is our response to Uganda’s youth unemployment crisis. Through work readiness, soft skills, entrepreneurship, and employability training, we equip young people not just to find jobs, but to create value and lead change. In partnership with BrighterMonday and the Mastercard Foundation under the Gen Kazi Program, we have reached thousands of youth across Bunyoro, restoring dignity through work and leadership.

Our programing

SoarSchools

School outreaches, Conferences & Chapters.

Admirals

Mentors
& Role models

Nurturing
Programs

Emikago

Community of founders

Nurturing Programs

The Archers' League

Raising the best to raise the rest

Arrow icon

The Archers League is a selective one year leadership fellowship for exceptional young leaders. Through mentorship, physical camps, and rigorous formation, fellows are sharpened for impact. Many alumni now lead student movements, hold elected positions, and run organisations that serve others. Excellence here is not for ego, but for service.

Apply or nominate a young leader

Soar Educators

Walking with young leaders, not ahead of them

Arrow icon

This program pairs emerging leaders with experienced mentors who guide them through developing innovative solutions to societal challenges, promoting integrity, and fostering social responsibility. Participants engage in workshops, collaborative projects, and one-on-one coaching, focusing on creative problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and leadership in a rapidly evolving cultural landscape.

Partner with us to transform your school

SoarAway Leadership Academy

Mastery in leadership, personal growth, and youth development

Arrow icon

The SoarAway Leadership Academy exists to serve individuals and institutions that work with young people. Drawing on years of deep practice in leadership development and youth coaching, we design tailored courses, certified trainings, and immersive learning journeys for students, young professionals, fresh graduates, and youth serving organisations. This is where purpose is clarified, confidence is built, and leadership becomes embodied.

Explore our courses and custom trainings

Leadership for Economic Dignity and Transformation

Responding to unemployment with skills, purpose, and leadership

Arrow icon

This program is our response to Uganda’s youth unemployment crisis. Through work readiness, soft skills, entrepreneurship, and employability training, we equip young people not just to find jobs, but to create value and lead change. In partnership with BrighterMonday and the Mastercard Foundation under the Gen Kazi Program, we have reached thousands of youth across Bunyoro, restoring dignity through work and leadership.

Partner with us on youth employment

Testimonials

Futures Shaped, Leaders Soaring.
Hear from our alumni who are taking flight.

Mr. John Bosco Namara

UNSA Cordinator
Rubanda District & Kigezi Sub-region

“There’s nothing as important in life as being reminded of your purpose and potential, understanding tat you are important in life. Restoration of hope helps us realize our potential to strike higher. In this case SoarAway has come in to play a big role. We want to thank you immensely.”

Onyait Churchill

Archers' League alumni

"I have always wondered how I could use my voice to not only speak but transform the lives of others. Through the Archers' League, I was able to define my voice, grow professionally, and start the Friends of Churchill, which is having a tremendous impact on the lives of young people."

Kabugo Tyra

A Passionate Poet and Leader

"Partaking in SoarAway’s mentorship opportunity has been akin to an old prayer answered. For years I’d been trying to use my creativity to paint my ideal world into existence. As an Archer I not only grew more intentional in artistic expression, but also cultivated a vision of servitude with a community of fellow young creatives passionate to rebuild the African continent. Truly, I don’t know I’d be without the Archers’ League!"

Anuo Doreen

Archers' League alumni

"Over the years, it felt like my life lacked direction, purpose, and a strong sense of identity. Then in comes an opportunity to be an Archer with its Education Unusual! The Archers' League helped me find myself and clarify my purpose, visualizing my dreams. I am now an inspiration to society through my voice!"

Jamila Jasmine

Archers' League alumni

"Realizing the amount of potential one holds and actually acting on it might take some a lifetime, but with The Archers' League I was graced with like-minded individuals who ignited my purpose. I successfully started a community-based organization to help others find their potential through public speaking. I've also been able to live a more intentional life, always on the hunt for an opportunity to grow and help others."

Irumva Merisa

Archers' League alumni

"Self discovery, creativity, and problem-solving abilities were challenging: leadership, mindset, focus and purpose were complex too to realize. But this enlightening engagement with SoarAway made a different and better me, a lady of impact within and in society! I Feel for more of SoarAway!!"

Patricia Eliza

Archers' League alumni

"The Archers’ League is a truly transformative experience. The people provided a safe and supportive environment where I could connect with like-minded individual, challenge myself, and harness my strengths into something meaningful. The workshops, discussion, and activities were engaging, informative, and most importantly for the youth, FUN or edutainment as the millennials call it. This entire life altering experience left me feeling empowered, motivated, and equipped with skills and confidences to pursue my goals.

Reverend Abraham Ariho
Header Teacher
Rushaka Community Secondary School

"I want to thank the organizers of the Soar Educators Conference, and the zeal they have had for helping teachers to have a different look on what our old being was. I’ve continued to understand that I am mentor, I’m not only a teacher. Iam a mentor, a model, I am a mirror, I am a builder of lives, especially the young people. This inspires me most."

01/09
John Bosco Namara
UNSA Cordinator
Rubanda District & Kigezi Sub-region

“There’s nothing as important in life as being reminded of your purpose andpotential, understanding tat you are important in life. Restoration of hopehelps us realize our potential to strike higher. In this case SoarAway has comein to play a big role. We want to thank you immensely.”

03/09
Tuyishime Erasmus
District Inspector Of Schools
Kanungu District

“I specificallyI want to thank you for the work you have done today, for engaging ourteachers, for the training you have done. Because when you impact on theteachers, we are assured of the continued impact on our learners”

02/09
Tyra Kabugo
Archers' League alumni

"Partaking in SoarAway’s mentorship opportunity has been akin to an old prayer answered. For years I’d been trying to use my creativity to paint my ideal world into existence. As an Archer I not only grew more intentional in artistic expression, but also cultivated a vision of servitude with a community of fellow young creatives passionate to rebuild the African continent. Truly, I don’t know I’d be without the Archers’ League!"

04/09
Anuo Doreen
Archers' League alumni

Overthe years, it felt like my life lacked direction, purpose, and a strong senseof identity. Then in comes an opportunity to be an Archer with its EducationUnusual! The Archers' League helped me find myself and clarify my purpose,visualizing my dreams. I am now an inspiration to society through my voice!

05/09
Onyait CHurchill
Archers' League alumni

"I have always wondered how I could use my voice to not only speak but transformthe lives of others. Through the Archers' League, I was able to define myvoice, grow professionally, and start the Friends of Churchill, which is havinga tremendous impact on the lives of young people."

06/09
Irumva Merisa
Archers' League alumni

"Self discovery, creativity, and problem-solvingabilities were challenging: leadership, mindset, focus and purpose were complextoo to realise. But this enlightening engagement with SoarAway made a differentand better me, a lady of impact within and in society! I Feel for more ofSoarAway!!"

07/09
Jamila Jasmine
Archers' League alumni

“Realizingtheamount of potential one holds and actually acting on it might take somealifetime, but with The Archers' League I was graced withlike-mindedindividuals who ignited my purpose. I successfully started acommunity-basedorganization to help others find their potential through publicspeaking. I'vealso been able to live a more intentional life, always on thehunt for anopportunity to grow and help others..”

08/09
Patricia Eliza
Archers' League alumni

The Archers’ League is a truly transformative experience. The people provided a safe and supportive environment where I could connect withlike-minded individual, challenge myself, and harness my strengths intosomething meaningful. The workshops, discussion, and activities were engaging,informative, and most importantly for the yuth, FUN or edutainment as themillenials call it. This entire life altering exerience left me feeling empowered, motivated, and equipped with skills and confidences to pursue my goals.

09/09

Testimonials

Testimonials

"I want to thank the organizers of the Soar Educators Conference, and the zeal they have had for helping teachers to have a different look on what our old being was. I’ve continued to understand that I am mentor, I’m not only a teacher. Iam a mentor, a model, I am a mirror, I am a builder of lives, especially theyoung people. This inspires me most."

Reverend Abraham Ariho

Header Teacher
Rushaka Community Secondary School

“Realizingthe amount of potential one holds and actually acting on it might take some alifetime, but with The Archers' League I was graced with like-mindedindividuals who ignited my purpose. I successfully started a community-basedorganization to help others find their potential through public speaking. I'vealso been able to live a more intentional life, always on the hunt for anopportunity to grow and help others..”

Jasmine Jamila
Archers' League alumni

“I have always wondered how I could use my voice to not only speak buttransform the lives of others. Through the Archers' League, I was able todefine my voice, grow professionally, and start the Friends of Churchill, whichis having a tremendous impact on the lives of young people.”

Onyait Churchill
Amplifying his voice through change

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