Oprah to Close South African School After Nearly 2 Decades
Oprah Winfrey announced that her Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa will close in 2027, with operations transitioning to the local government. She plans to shift her focus toward a broader scholarship program for young women.
Why it matters
Marks a significant shift in a high-profile philanthropic effort, impacting educational access for girls in South Africa.
Oprah Winfrey's girls' school in South Africa she opened nearly two decades ago will be closing in 2027 ... and transitioning its operations to local officials, she announced.
Moving forward, the media mogul will instead focus on a scholarship program for girls at the boarding school -- currently called the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy of Girls -- she said in a statement Wednesday. The plan is to expand reach to more young girls across South Africa.
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