The
@UrbanActionLab hosts the
@AfricaUrbanLab at the regional-wide professional diploma program drive. The key takeaways are;
Africa’s cities need bold, skilled leaders. The Professional Diploma in Urban Development at AUL, African School of Economics Zanzibar (ASEZ) is built for the next generation of African builders. It encompasses hybrid learning, expert faculty, real-world capstone. The Diploma connects frontier research to policy action across Africa.
Why this diploma stands out: 75% of ASE graduates are placed in top-tier institutions including the World Bank, UNDP, IMF, and FAO. A strong pathway for urban professionals ready to lead.
Designed for early- and mid-career professionals, mayors, planners, ministry teams, and development practitioners, this diploma combines in-person sessions in Zanzibar with applied capstone experience.
§ Scholarships are available for the 2026-27 cohort, with no separate application required. Key deadline: August 1st. Join a growing pan-African network shaping the future of cities. Please apply using this link:
aul.city/admissions
Highlights from past graduates
“When we studied urban finance, we looked at real examples from different countries, from Kampala to Cape Town to Nigeria. You realize that urban challenges in Africa are shared, and that we need to come together, share knowledge, and build collective solutions for Africa’s urbanization.” Eunice Muyama – AUL Alumnus and Planner at Mbale City Council, Uganda.
“In most of our institutions, learning is more theoretical, but here you get the practical application of what you are studying, how it is applied, and different case studies. It is really a very, very nice experience.” Jude Sebuliba- AUL Alumnus and Lecturer, School of Economics, Makerere University, Uganda.
“I appreciated the exposure, the experience, and interacting with first-class, world-class lecturers. It enhanced a lot of skills in me, and I looked at myself and thought: I knew something before, but now I know better what to do.” Isaac Mugumbule- AUL Alumnus and Head Landscaping at Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA).
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