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Oprah Closes Academy, Expands Scholarships | Irvine News
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Oprah Winfrey is shutting down her iconic Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa after 20 years, handing over the 52-acre campus to the Gauteng provincial government — but her mission isn’t ending. Over 500 girls have graduated, many attending top universities worldwide, and her expanded national scholarship program will continue transforming futures across the country. Though the academy faced early controversy with allegations against a dormitory staff member — later acquitted — Winfrey stood by her commitment to accountability and education. Current students will finish their studies with full support, and while the future of the campus remains uncertain, Oprah’s dedication to empowering South African girls through education is stronger than ever.
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