At NDAW ACADEMIE, we believe Africa’s youth have the power to shape a thriving continent and overcome inequality through sports and education. Our mission is to create meaningful opportunities that help young people grow, learn, and reach their full potential. By partnering with programs, schools, and orphanages, we foster supportive environments where youth are encouraged to develop confidence, creativity, and the skills needed to excel. Through collaboration with communities and like-minded organizations, we strive to make a lasting impact on every child we reach.

 

This mission is rooted in the lived experience of our founder, Colin Lamine. Growing up across several African countries, Senegal has always been the place he calls home. Raised in Dakar, Colin witnessed many young people unable to access basic resources needed to participate in sports—experiences that shaped his desire to give back to the community that raised him. While continuing his academic and basketball journey in the United States, including attending IMG Academy, representing Senegal at the 2022 U18 African Championship, and now playing Division I basketball at The College of William & Mary, Colin remains deeply connected to Senegal. Through NDAW A., he hopes to use sport as a tool to support, inspire, and create opportunities for the next generation.