We pulled together – Harambee!

We pulled together – Harambee!

Thanks to the amazing support of our literacy heroes, volunteers, board of directors and staff, our annual fundraiser Harambee! was a smashing success. Together we raised $109,000 in net profit to help increase literacy in our African partner countries by...
A Look at Ghana’s Art Scene

A Look at Ghana’s Art Scene

Ghana and the whole of Africa, in general, is known to have a rich history of making art. From its traditional garments and dances to urban murals, art comes in many different forms for African countries. You don’t have to travel far to see graffiti in North...
Five Books Set in Africa You Should Add to Your Summer Reading

Five Books Set in Africa You Should Add to Your Summer Reading

Summertime has arrived and with it a slew of family vacations, summer jobs, and what can sometimes feel like an endless amount of time to spare. Rest assured that ALP has you covered. We’ve curated a list of five amazing young adult books that take place right...
Here are ways some African countries celebrate books

Here are ways some African countries celebrate books

Across the world, books have made a resounding impact. Whether it be contemporary stories depicting heart-wrenching accounts of what it means to be human or stories that transport readers to fantastical realms, books are a celebrated artform with deep-rooted cultural...