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Millions of learners around the world have used our free online courses to empower their lives and their communities. As one of the world’s largest free learning platforms for education and skills training, we’ve equipped tenacious self-starters like student Kelia Conteh Jr. in Sierra Leone and social entrepreneurs like Wahab ur Rehman, who is helping transform food hygiene in Pakistan. Read their inspirational stories and discover how we can support your educational or career journey too! This could be the beginning of your own success story!
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Defying the Odds: Kelia Conteh Jr. CEM’s Journey Through Online Learning
In the heart of Sierra Leone, during the devastating Ebola outbreak of 2014, a story of determination, resilience, and transformation unfolded. This... Read More
Transforming Lives with Alison: William Kimwaga’s Story
Written by: William Kimwaga, Alison Graduate As an Alison learner, I’ve experienced first-hand the transformative power of online learning.... Read More
Beyond the Classroom: How Ousmane Dienne Maximized His Learning with Alison
Meet Ousmane: The Government Worker with a Thirst for Knowledge Ousmane Dienne lives in Senegal and works for the government. He was introduced to... Read More
Breaking Language Barriers: Sankoumba Kourouma’s Journey with Alison
Meet Sankoumba: A Financial Engineer in Dakar Sankoumba Kourouma is a Guinean financial engineer living in Dakar, Senegal. He came across Alison... Read More
A Teacher’s Transformation: How Ousmane Diallo Found Value in Alison’s Free Courses
Introducing Ousmane: An Experienced Educator Ousmane Diallo isn’t new to teaching. As a School Principal from Louga with over two decades of... Read More
From Construction to Freelance: How Gilbert Upgraded His Skills with Alison
The Journey to Senegal: Gilbert’s Background Gilbert Doume, originally a Civil Engineer from Cameroon, moved to Senegal in 2008 to work on... Read More
From Classroom to Keyboard: How Moustapha Enhanced His Skills with Alison
A Man of Many Talents: Meet Moustapha Lo Moustapha Lo is a busy guy! He’s a teacher at the African Institute of Management in Senegal and also... Read More
Alison Graduate Success Stories – Laban Mtware
‘Education is the key that opens all doors’, George Washington Carver. Laban Mtware listened to the age-old saying and grabbed the opportunity to... Read More
Online Learning Empowers Food Safety: Wahab’s Success Story
It’s often said that if you aren’t learning, you aren’t growing. And growth is an important part of life. When you learn, you empower yourself, get... Read More
Learn about Disabilities and Empower Yourself
The sleepless nights. The messy house. The stained couches and carpets. While some may cry at these realities, they are also joyful signs of... Read More
Alison Learner Spotlight: Friday Ameh
Lawyers, advocates, legal practitioners, and everyone working in the legal profession can work in various fields. The responsibilities often differ... Read More
Alison: Changing Lives Through eLearning in Uganda
Thanks to advances in technology, education is within reach of anyone, wherever they are in the world. This means that obstacles that made learning... Read More
Alison Learner Spotlight: Nwachukwu Chibuike
Online learning has quickly been adopted as the preferred method of learning for many individuals. A wide range of courses, flexibility,... Read More
Alison: Changing Lives Through eLearning in Kenya
It’s been said that the more you know, the more you will grow. As you grow, so will the opportunities available to you begin to open. Free... Read More
Alison Learner Spotlight: Judy Griffiths
We have often heard how education is the key that can unlock your future and change the world. Teachers can open the door for you, but it is up to... Read More
Alison Learner Spotlight: Meet Gloria Alado
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.” – Dr Seuss If we’re honest,... Read More
Nico Wyngaard: “I love that Alison facilitates industry professionals to create course content as these professionals know exactly what is happening in their industries.”
“My name is Nico Carlo Wyngaard, from Cape Town, South Africa. I finished my high school career at Monument Park High School and I then... Read More
Meet Iain Batten: Cancer Survivor, MS Warrior and Alison Learner
Iain Batten is an Alison Learner from South Africa. His remarkable story of overcoming educational challenges, from dyslexia to outdated... Read More
Anderson Mapfumo: “I was inspired by the way Alison offers courses for free. Knowledge is power and it is priceless.”
“My name is Anderson K Mapfumo. I am 34 years old. I was born and bred in Gokwe South District in Jange Village, Midlands Province, Zimbabwe.... Read More
Ivy Makoni: “Alison opens the door to education for everyone for free.”
Ivy Makoni is an Alison Learner based in Pretoria, South Africa. Besides being an Alison graduate, Ivy also runs the highly successful Facebook... Read MoreFeatured Posts
Alison: An Irish Leader in Free Online Learning
March 20, 2025
Alison, an Irish-founded online learning platform, is committed to providing free access to education for learners worldwide. Since its launch, Alison h...Read More
Africa Rising: The Future of Transformative Education in Nigeria and Beyond
March 19, 2025
In February 2025, Alison attended the Omniverse Africa Summit in Lagos, Nigeria, where Alison Founder and CEO Mike Feerick delivered a keynote speech. T...Read More
Future of Jobs Report 2025: Top Skills & Roles in Demand
February 12, 2025
The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 examines anticipated challenges and opportunities facing economies from 2025-2030. It harvested ...Read More
Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from the WEF Future of Jobs Report 2025
February 6, 2025
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has published its Future of Jobs Report 2025. This barometer of trends across all sectors anticipates challenges and oppo...Read More
Disaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made...Read More
Free Homeschool Resources: How Alison Helped Our Family Thrive
November 6, 2024
By Carole Dolan Weed Hello, fellow homeschoolers and welcome to the Alison Homeschooling Blog! I’m very excited to be part of Alison’s mission...Read MorePopular Posts
Alison Learner Spotlight: Meet Gloria Alado
June 15, 2022
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.” – Dr Seuss If we’re honest, s...Read MoreDisaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made...Read More
Alison vs Coursera and Udemy
February 17, 2025
Why Pay to Upskill When You Can Learn for Free? Thinking about advancing your career with online courses? Platforms like Coursera and Udemy claim to off...Read More
Teaching: A Noble Profession
October 5, 2023
Teachers teach all other professions. This is why teaching is considered by many people as the noblest of all professions. Teaching moulds the minds of ...Read More
John Taylor: “Alison is a truly powerful enabler.”
November 20, 2020
John Taylor is an Alison Graduate who managed a miraculous career change in just a few months thanks to Alison’s free online learning. By upskilli...Read More
Meet the African Businesses Hiring Alison’s Graduates
March 22, 2024
Looking for a job in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa or beyond? Discover how millions of Alison graduates across Africa have leveraged their certifications...Read More