Transforming East Africa From Within

4africa is a nonprofit dedicated to equipping East Africa’s future leaders.
We believe that lasting change is achieved by developing ethical, Christ-centered leaders who can solve Africa’s challenges with African solutions.

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Our Mission

To cultivate a pipeline of Discipled Nation Builders* in East Africa–Christ-centered leaders who will transform their communities and countries spiritually, socially, and economically for generations to come.  

*Discipled Nation Builder (DNB) -n.
someone who knows and lives a Jesus-first life, puts others before themselves, and is in the relentless pursuit of living out their purpose, passion, and calling to make a generational change and a legacy for those that follow them.

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Our
Vision

A self-sustaining, thriving East Africa with Christ-centered leaders serving at every level.

Our Approach
Our Approach
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Where
We Operate

We believe the most urgent, effective investment we can make is in strategic Kingdom leadership—rooted in Christ, equipped with vision, and positioned to influence systems, not just communities.

For us, that starts in East Africa, specifically in the youngest nation in the world: South Sudan. A country desperate for freedom and opportunity but limited by poverty, conflict, and corruption. Go one country to the south and you’ll find Uganda—a now peaceful country with its own dark past—which hosts nearly 2 million refugees from neighboring war-torn countries. This is the region where 4africa was planted, and where we continue to build.

South Sudan | Uganda

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Both Uganda and South Sudan face significant challenges but possess extraordinary, untapped potential.

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42%

By 2030, young Africans will represent 42% of the world's youth and we're equipping them to lead with wisdom, integrity, and faith.

Our
Story

Our story began as a demonstration of stewardship and obedience to God. In 2004, God called our founder, Michael Radler, to serve and support the people of East Africa through his family foundation, the Radler Foundation. This quickly led to funding clean water, preventative health, and leadership programs through East African Ministries (now 4africa). From 2009 to 2018, we served and equipped communities in South Sudan and Uganda while demonstrating the love of Jesus and prioritizing operational excellence—while continually evaluating our best investment for these countries. 

The work expanded and we grew. In 2018, we officially launched 4africa out of Mr. Radler’s foundation, and established it as a standalone 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. During this time, we began researching and asking ourselves, “Are we addressing the root causes of generational issues in Africa?” Our reflection time and 10+ years of experience revealed two insights that would forever change our approach: there is a leadership crisis in Africa, and very few are addressing this at scale.

4Africa Leadership Academy
Milestones to our 2050 vision
Founded
2014
  • LASS established in South Sudan
  • First cohort of 60 students enrolled
  • 1:6 teacher-to-student ratio set
Growth
2019
  • 200+ students graduated
  • 30+ tribes represented
  • First alumni university graduates
Today
2026
  • 456 total graduates
  • 41 of 64 tribes reached
  • 55+ alumni businesses, 150+ jobs
  • 71% in formal leadership roles
By 2031
2031
  • Second campus open in Gulu
  • 1,000 students equipped
  • 200 businesses launched
  • Established LEAD Community Fund
By 2040
2040
  • 4Africa programs self-sustaining through local support
  • 2,000 academy graduates
  • Alumni in key leadership positions
Vision
2050
  • Leadership & oversight transferred to East Africa
  • 3,000 academy graduates
  • 300 alumni in top positions of influence
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From Short-Term Relief to Root-Problem

In response, we realized we were too focused on providing band-aid solutions to generational problems. In 2023, after serving over 500,000+ people through water and health programs, we decided to transition out of this work to solely focus on investing and building a pipeline of future leaders in Africa who will, one day, solve the water and health crises, along with countless other issues hindering Africa from flourishing. 

Today, our leadership academy has expanded into a comprehensive 10-year program and is recognized as one of the top A-Level education programs in East Africa. As we continue to see the Lord’s hand guide our work, we are committed to seeing a thriving Africa.

Our Work
Our Work

Our Africa Team

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    Innocent Owani

    Sr VP, Africa Operations & Programs

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    Sheila Kasemire

    Africa Operations Officer

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    Ivan Kubulwa

    Finance Manager

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    George Lukwago

    Operations Manager

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    David Mugenyi

    Leadership Development Program Manager

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    Norah Okot

    Human Resource Manager

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    Nelly Achola

    Stage 2 Manager

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    Ronnie Angiro

    Communication & Technology Manager

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    Gama Richard

    Senior Salesforce Administrator

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    Peter Manyang

    Head Teacher, Leadership Academy of South Sudan

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    Duncan Akatukwasa

    Director of Studies

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    Alex Marsuk

    LASS Compound Administrator

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    Harriet Kolo

    Head Pastoral / Senior Woman Teacher

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    Monge Henry

    Head of Department, Arts

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    Byesigirwoha Kenneth

    Head of Department, Science

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    Ebong Michael

    Business Coach & ICT Teacher

Our U.S Team

  • Alex Radle

    Alex Radler

    President

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    Chris Talcott

    Chief Operating Officer

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    Gail Andrae-Pianta

    Sr VP, Administration & CFO

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    Sara Banks

    Sr VP, Strategy, Program Impact, & Communications

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    Patience Ankunda

    Technical Program Manager

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    Cathy Meadors

    Human Resources Generalist

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    Annie Eber

    Marketing and Communications Project Manager

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    Kennedy Carr

    Graphic Designer

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    Aisha Amegindra

    Development Associate

  • Richard Kirenga

    Relationship Manager

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    Valerie Vara

    Office Manager

Our Board

  • Michael Radler

    Chief Executive Officer, Tug-Hill

  • David Bell

    Owner, Orchestrate, LLC

  • KC Kronbach

    Principal, Bridge Hollow Investments

  • Rienke Radler

    Philanthropist

  • Peter Reich

    Co-Owner, LAEMPE REICH

  • Joel Smyer

    President, National Christian Foundation North Texas

  • Scott Soler

    Managing Member, Jackson Hill Advisors, LLC

Trust & Transparency

At 4africa, kingdom stewardship is integral to our mission. We openly share our financials so you can see the difference your generosity is making.   

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