OUR STORY
Africa’s PhD Spotlight (APS) was created to fill a gap , a gap in visibility, in narrative, and in recognition. While many African scholars are achieving groundbreaking work, their stories often go untold. APS was born to change that. Through short, meaningful video features, APS tells the authentic stories of PhD holders of African descent, highlighting their experiences, lessons, and career paths. Whether they are based in Africa or in the diaspora, their voices matter and deserve to be heard.
We believe that representation matters. When African students and young professionals see people who look like them excelling in academia and beyond, it opens doors of possibility. APS is more than a platform it is a growing community that affirms the value, strength, and brilliance of African scholarship
OUR MISSION
To spotlight African PhD holders and their contributions through storytelling, promote visibility in global academia, and encourage scholarly collaboration across the continent and the diaspora.
OUR VISION
To amplify the journeys of African PhD scholars, celebrate academic excellence, and inspire current and future generations of thinkers, researchers, and innovators.<
Africa’s PhD Spotlight (APS) was created to fill a gap a gap in visibility, in narrative, and in recognition. While many African scholars are achieving groundbreaking work, their stories often go untold. APS was born to change that. Through short, meaningful video features, APS tells the authentic stories of PhD holders of African descent, highlighting their experiences, lessons, and career paths. Whether they are based in Africa or in the diaspora, their voices matter and deserve to be heard. We believe that representation matters. When African students and young professionals see people who look like them excelling in academia and beyond, it opens doors of possibility. APS is more than a platform it is a growing community that affirms the value, strength, and brilliance of African scholarship.
By documenting and sharing these journeys, APS is not only honoring individual achievements but also reshaping the global perception of African intellect and contribution.
APS is anchored on three pillars, celebrating visibility, fueling inspiration and nurturing a thriving community of African Scholars across the globe