Welcome to the African School of Economics
Welcome to the African School of Economics (ASE), a leading Pan-African University dedicated to creating the next generation of world-class scholars engaged in frontier research, promoting quality education, and innovation-driven entrepreneurship for African development.
Our esteemed faculty members are experts in their fields, providing students with an interdisciplinary education. At ASE, we foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, encouraging students from diverse backgrounds to engage in groundbreaking research and develop innovative solutions for Africa's challenges.
Discover the African School of Economics Zanzibar Campus
Explore the ASE Zanzibar Campus, the first of its kind in East Africa, dedicated to academic excellence, practical innovation, and social responsibility. Situated within Fumba Town, a charter city development, ASE Zanzibar offers transformative learning experiences across a variety of disciplines preparing students for leadership roles in Africa's development.
Empowering the African City Builders of Tomorrow
ASE, in partnership with the Charter Cities Institute (CCI), is establishing its first campus in East Africa, serving as a key anchor in the emerging charter city of Fumba Town, Zanzibar. ASE Zanzibar will host its first research center, the Africa Urban Lab, directed by CCI, focusing on the rapid urbanization occurring across Africa and driving cutting-edge research and solutions.
Research Hubs
ASE Research Hubs have developed evidence for challenges and opportunities for development and growth across the African continent. Focused on education, political economy, institutional experimentation, agriculture, financial inclusion, gender equity, biotechnology, and more, research produced by our Hubs has been published in top-tier publications around the world.