African University Foundation was established in 1994 as an international 501[c][3] not-for-profit organization located in Indianapolis Indiana with the following mission:



The mission of African University Foundation is to facilitate and serve the development of African University in Tali, Cameroon as a unique international institution of higher learning that will ensure all deserving students in Africa and abroad the opportunity to acquire an integrated education, develop their talents and transform into leaders of society.



This new University will foster the intellectual and personal development of its students as they prepare for leadership and diverse vocations. Through programming in integrated education, research, leadership development, entrepreneurship and public service, African University shall further the intellectual and professional growth of the individual as well as to enhance the economic and social well being of Africa. African University shall produce skilled professionals and an educated citizenry to further the socioeconomic development process and apply advanced knowledge in solving societal problems. The graduates of African University shall provide leadership in society in ways that do not only expand opportunities, but would also make Africa attractive for doing business and living. Thus, African University shall contribute to the economic as well as social well being of Africa. African University will have a local as well as a global outlook. It will provide an academic context in which core values, integrity, creativity, and excellence, can be actualized.



African University Foundation will shepherd the process to build African University in a fashion that would allow for its replication in other regions of Africa. The Foundation is responsive and accountable to its diverse constituencies. The Foundation shall act in a professional and business-like manner in its dealings with the public. African University Foundation seeks the support of individuals and organizations with the resources and interest in African higher education.