African Legends Foundation UK
HonouringLegacy
Inspiring generations
EducationHeritageLeadershipCommunity
UK, Africa & worldwide
Celebrating African excellence everywhere
For the public benefit
Every programme, every award
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Heritage
- Education
- Leadership
- Service
- Inclusion
- Inspiration
- Collaboration
- Innovation
- Legacy
Who
we are
To honour African excellence, preserve African heritage, inspire future generations and strengthen communities through education, culture, leadership, recognition and charitable programmes that deliver lasting public benefit.
African Legends Foundation UK exists to identify, honour, document, preserve, and promote the remarkable achievements of Africans and people of African heritage whose contributions have positively transformed communities, nations, and the world.
By recognising excellence, supporting education, encouraging leadership, and preserving cultural heritage, the Foundation seeks to inspire future generations to become leaders of integrity, innovation, and service.
We envision a future where
- 01African achievements are recognised and celebrated globally.
- 02Young people are inspired by authentic role models to pursue excellence.
- 03African culture and heritage are preserved for future generations.
- 04Communities are united through education, inclusion, and mutual respect.
- 05Leadership, innovation, and service to humanity continue to shape a better future.
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Charitable objects
From education and heritage to the relief of poverty
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Core values
Guiding every programme, partnership and decision
100%
Public benefit
We exist exclusively for charitable purposes
What we do
Education,
culture & community
Our charitable objects shape everything we do — from lectures, exhibitions and mentoring to scholarships, grants and cultural exchange.
Advancement of Education
Promoting knowledge of African achievement and helping young people reach their full potential.
Learn moreArts, Culture & Heritage
Preserving and celebrating African history, traditions, languages and creative expression.
Learn moreRecognition of Excellence
Celebrating people and organisations whose achievements make a significant contribution to society.
Learn moreEquality, Diversity & Inclusion
Fostering understanding, respect and cooperation between people of different backgrounds.
Learn moreCommunity Development
Supporting projects that strengthen communities and open up opportunity.
Learn moreRelief of Poverty
Grants, training, mentoring and equipment for individuals and communities in need.
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Recognition of excellence
Celebrating
today’s legends
We recognise individuals and organisations whose achievements make a significant contribution to society — so their stories can educate and inspire.
- Education
- Science
- Medicine
- Business
- Entrepreneurship
- Technology
- Arts
- Entertainment
- Sport
- Public service
- Humanitarian work
- Community development
Recognition through awards will always support broader charitable aims, including advancing education, preserving cultural heritage, promoting leadership, strengthening communities, and inspiring future generations.
Heritage spotlight
Legends who
shaped the world
Our education work begins with stories. Meet some of the Africans and people of African heritage whose legacies inspire us.
Our board
The people
behind the legacy
A board committed to integrity, transparency and service, guiding the foundation’s work in the UK, Africa and beyond.
Chair
Taiwo Shoyebi
Board member
Tolulope Runsewe
Board member
Ademuyiwa Bello
Our core values
Excellence · Integrity · Heritage · Education · Leadership · Service · Inclusion · Inspiration · Collaboration · Innovation · Legacy
What our values meanHelp us honour the past and build the future.
Volunteer, partner with us or give. Every contribution supports education, heritage and stronger communities.