We turn "maybe someday" into "I'm actually doing this"
Started in a small office in Kampala with a simple belief: every student deserves a shot at their dream education, regardless of where they come from or how much money they have.
Three years later, we've grown into a dedicated team committed to transforming students' educational aspirations into achievements.
Latest milestone
Student #5,000 just got their visa approved!
The honest truth about us
We started because traditional education consultancies felt... well, traditional. Stuffy offices, generic advice, and fees that made your wallet cry. We thought students deserved better.
Our founder, Kazibwe Yassin, a software engineer, spent years watching brilliant students give up on their dreams because the process felt impossible. Too many forms, too many rejections, too much confusion. So he decided to change that.
Fast forward to today: we've successfully placed students at reputable universities across several countries. But here's what we're most proud of - we've also helped students discover amazing schools they'd never heard of that turned out to be perfect for them.
Our philosophy is simple:
"There's no such thing as a 'reach' school when you have the right strategy and someone who actually cares about your success."
We're not perfect. We've made mistakes, learned from them, and gotten better. What we lack in corporate polish, we make up for with genuine care and a track record that speaks for itself.
Numbers that actually mean something
We could bore you with statistics, but these are the ones that actually matter to students like you.
Including 75 who got into their first choice
We provide thorough preparation for visa applications
Average scholarship: $8,000 per student
Because your questions can't wait until Monday
"These aren't just numbers - they represent dreams achieved, families proud, and futures changed."
How we got here
Every company has an origin story. Ours involves a lot of late nights, even more coffee, and an obsession with helping students succeed.
The Beginning
Started with one laptop, a dream, and a handful of university contacts. Helped our first 8 students - 6 got accepted. A promising start for our young agency.
The Growth Spurt
Moved to a real office! Added Janet (visa expert) and Michael (the scholarship hunter). Placed our 50th student. Started building relationships with university representatives.
Going Digital
Launched our digital platform and started virtual counseling sessions to better serve students across the country. This helped us reach students from different regions of Uganda.
The Recognition
Reached 250+ students placed. Growing recognition in the local education community. Building partnerships with 30+ universities. Maintaining our personalized approach with every student.
Meet the humans behind the magic
We're not corporate executives in suits. We're real people who genuinely care about your success. Here's proof we actually exist.
Coffee consumed daily: 6 cups
Favorite response: "Let's make it happen"
Kazibwe Yassin
The Dreamer & Builder
Software engineer who started this because he got tired of seeing brilliant students give up. Still personally reviews every application. Somehow remembers everyone's names.
Success rate: 70%
Superpower: Visa preparation
Janet Namukasa
The Visa Whisperer
Former visa officer turned student advocate. Can spot a weak application from 50 feet away. Has probably prevented more rejections than anyone in Uganda.
Successful placements: 65%
Hobby: Researching university programs
Michael Karugaba
The University Matchmaker
Has an almost supernatural ability to match students with their perfect university. Knows the admission requirements of 400+ schools by heart. Slight obsession with rankings.
Money secured: $450K+
Motto: "Find the right funding"
Sarah Amara
The Money Hunter
Finds scholarships others don't even know exist. Has helped students get funding for everything from being left-handed to loving pizza. Seriously. Those are real scholarships.
Why students actually choose us
Skip the marketing fluff. Here's what students really say about working with us.
We actually listen
No generic advice here. We spend time understanding your specific situation, goals, and concerns. Every student gets a personalized strategy, not a cookie-cutter approach.
We fight for you
When universities say no, we help you understand why and improve. When visa applications get complicated, we guide you through every step. Your success is our reputation.
We have the connections
Our network of 30+ university connections helps us stay informed about opportunities. Application fee waivers, admission requirements, scholarship deadlines - we share everything we know.
We're obsessively honest
If a program isn't right for you, we'll tell you. If your chances are slim, we'll explain why and help you build a stronger profile. We'd rather disappoint you early than let you fail later.
Ready to turn your "someday" into "let's do this"?
Book a free 30-minute session with our team. We'll assess your profile, discuss your options, and create a realistic roadmap for your study abroad journey. No false hopes, just honest insights.
Visit us in Kampala
Kampala Road, Rubaga Access Building
Open Monday-Saturday
Call or WhatsApp
+256 70 48 330 21
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Send us an email
info@ailesglobal.com
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