The OSU Foundation had the honor of welcoming Professor Armand LEKA ESSOMBA, Head of the Department of Sociology at the University of Yaoundé I, for an academic visit marked by dialogue, partnership, and commitment to youth.

The Professor was accompanied by his assistants, Drs. Léonel Kepetchuimé and Cédric, for a meeting rich in exchanges and perspectives.

Presentation of the Foundation and shared perspectives

This visit provided a prime opportunity to present the OSU Foundation in depth: its missions, actions, ambitions, and vision for fostering leadership development and strengthening youth skills.
The Foundation also seized this opportunity to express its gratitude to Professor LEKA ESSOMBA for sending brilliant students from the first cohort. Their dedication, diligence, and the quality of their work were unanimously praised.

Toward the formalization of a lasting partnership

Beyond the institutional presentation, this meeting aimed to consolidate and formalize the existing partnership, in order to welcome and support the new cohort of students within a structured framework of training, mentoring, and leadership development.
During the discussions, Professor LEKA ESSOMBA highlighted the importance of these opportunities for young people, encouraging them to fully engage in extracurricular activities and to work with rigor and consistency.
He passionately reiterated that success through hard work is an attainable reality for those who commit to it with determination.

A constructive and friendly meeting

The session took place in a warm, relaxed, and constructive atmosphere, fostering candid discussions and a shared focus on concrete actions.
It concluded with the official presentation of several institutional documents to Professor LEKA ESSOMBA by the Chairman of the Board of Directors:

the 2024 Annual Report,

the OSU Notebooks – Volume 1 (Issues 1 & 2),

the presentation brochure of the OSU Foundation Leadership Academy.

A renewed commitment to youth

The OSU Foundation warmly thanks Professor LEKA ESSOMBA and his associates for this enriching visit. It reaffirms its commitment to working alongside the University of Yaoundé I for the training, mentoring, and development of youth.