A Village Without Borders
In Africa, “it takes a village to raise a child.” That village doesn’t disappear when we leave home, it evolves. 34th Street is that village, reimagined for the world we live in today. Every school is a close. Every African student or alum is a neighbor. And together, we form one global street. From Lagos to London, Nairobi to New York, we meet, share, learn, and grow. This is where the heartbeat of Africa echoes across continents.
“When the roots are deep, there is no reason to fear the wind.” Our roots connect us, no matter how far we travel.
From One Club to a Global Street
When our founder joined Duke University Fuqua School of Business, the Business in Africa Club was more than a network, it was family. But one question lingered:
How do we connect Africans in top universities across the world, not just one school?
34th Street is the answer.
A digital street where the warmth of Africa meets the opportunities of the globe.
A home for scholars, dreamers, builders, and leaders shaping tomorrow.
The Street Where We All Belong
A street filled with African brilliance, undergrads, MBAs, engineers, med students, PhDs, creatives, founders, analysts, researchers. all walking with purpose. Different schools, Different countries but One community. On 34th Street, you bump into a sister studying in Europe, a brother grinding in Asia, a friend interning in the United Kingdom, another thriving in the United States.
This is where we celebrate culture, chase dreams, and stay connected to our roots “However far a stream flows, it never forgets its source.”
One App, One Village
34th Street isn’t just an app — it’s a vibe.
A village in your pocket. A global African neighborhood on your phone. Where a simple “Hi
fam!” can spark a new friendship. Where alumni become mentors. Where opportunities circulate like stories around a fire. Where being African is your greatest point of connection.
“A single bracelet does not jingle.” Together, we make a powerful sound.
The Future We’re Building
We have always thrived on community from marketplaces buzzing with voices to stories shared under the moonlight. 34th Street brings that ancient rhythm into the digital age. A place to exchange wisdom, Celebrate wins, Unlock opportunities, and build networks
that cross oceans.
This isn’t just the future, it’s the future we’re designing together. “If you want to go far, go together.”
Connect
Network with MBA students from different schools.
A Community Beyond the Classroom
We’re more than degrees, we’re dreamers, doers, and boundary-breakers. Connect with Africans across fields, programs, and continents. Meet people who understand
your journey, Build your circle, Find mentors who care, collaborators who are passionate,
Network without feeling like you’re “networking.” On 34th Street, connection feels natural just like home.
“The river is filled one drop at a time.” Every connection counts.
Join the Community
Your street is waiting.
Read The Journal
Stories from Africans around the world.
Attend an Event
Meet people near you.
Unlocking Limitless Potential
Redefining the MBA Experience
At 34thStreet, we go beyond the ordinary to craft an environment where visionaries are born and futures are built. Our platform is more than a network—it’s a launchpad where ambition meets strategy, and collaboration fuels transformation. Here, every student steps into a culture of excellence, empowered with opportunities to connect, innovate, and lead. Together, we’re not just preparing for the future we’re shaping it.
34thStreet is where MBA students exchange perspectives, create opportunities, and inspire growth.
SHAPING TOMORROW’S LEADERS
Why 34thStreet Matters
The MBA journey isn’t just about earning a degree it’s about transformation. At 34thStreet, we empower you to go beyond the classroom, bridging the gap between aspiration and achievement. Here, collaboration meets innovation, and ambition is nurtured into impact. We provide the tools, network, and opportunities that every MBA student needs to thrive not only during their studies but throughout their entire career journey.
A Platform Built for Growth
Designed exclusively for MBA students who aim higher and push boundaries.
Connections That Count
A network that extends across industries, campuses, and continents.
Focused on Your Future
Every feature, event, and resource is crafted to accelerate your professional journey.
Community That Inspires
Engage with peers who challenge, support, and elevate your ambitions.
A Legacy of Opportunity, A Future of Greatness
At 34thStreet, we believe success is not built in isolation it is forged through connections, shared visions, and collective strength. Here, ambition finds its stage, talent meets opportunity, and ideas are transformed into movements.
Together, we are not just shaping the future we are defining it.
Be part of the legacy. Step into tomorrow with us.