We amplify African voices in education & Cross-cultural exchange


The International African School (IAS) is an online academy based in the Netherlands, dedicated to celebrating the cultures, literature, film, cuisines, fashion, music, visual, dramatic, and performing arts, storytelling, and heritage of African peoples through innovative education.

In collaboration with the University of Eldoret, Kinara Park Kids USA, the IFAA Art Platform, the Thamgidi Foundation, and Mapping Colonial History, we honor African writers through the African Authors' Award and promote cultural education, creativity, diversity, and cross-cultural exchange — empowering students and communities to broaden their perspectives and engage meaningfully with our interconnected world.


Our programs include:

  • Swahili and Other African Language Courses
  • Discovering Africa in the classroom
  • Discovering Africa in the Work Space
  • Discovering Africa in Events
  • Educultural Travel (Credit-Alligned Field Learning)
  • Cultural Education, the Arts, and Global Connection



At the International African School, we connect cultures, inspire learning, nurture and celebrate creativity, and empower individuals to embrace diversity while building meaningful global connections.



To enroll, hire our services, or discuss partnership and collaboration opportunities, request more information, or contact us at internationalafricanschool@gmail.com.


Start your journey today with IAS.




Upcoming Events

Past Events

Explore the events, workshops, cultural exchanges, and celebrations that have shaped our journey throughout the year.

Language Resources

At the International African School, we continue developing resources for Kiswahili and otherAfrican mothertongues

Book cover:
Swahili textbook with cover showing a teacher in a classroom.

Our Partners

Logo for African Institute of Professional and Development Studies.
Logo of the University of Eldoret.
Logo: Red giraffe, blue text
Rusinga Schools logo: a blue shield with a lion, cross, and two lambs with
Pembroke House logo: shield with red bird, gold banner, navy blue shield, and text
Afrika Festival logo in gold lettering.
Illustration of eight people of color in colorful outfits, standing side by side with hands on hips.
Logo: abstract globe with orange, green, and teal curves; text
Swahili School International logo with a purple circle, a white
Logo of Het Baarnsch Lyceum: a stylized emblem with text
Bolingo logo, colorful text with stylized
Black flag with a golden map of Africa on a maroon circle,
AICS logo: Teal
Oranje Fonds logo: blue text
Eight colorful spheres in a circle, each with a different white symbol.
School crest of St. Andrew's Turi.

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