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Dominic Mensah, Harvard Business School 2025 candidate, holds a double major degree in Mathematics and Economics from Pomona College. Passionate about solving complex problems, Dominic spent 3 years at EY-Parthenon New York Office executing commercial due diligences on acquisitions for technology focused private equity firms; He was a lead in the EY’s food systems reimagined and helped publish the ey-food-and-agriculture-navigator-2023.pdf. Dominic is also the founder of Dombelfams, an agritech company in Ghana providing training, operations management and financing to smallholder farmers. 

 Madonna Okpaleke is a licensed Attorney and a change agent for social impact across Africa. Currently leading the legal department for Sub-Saharan at Reckitt Benckiser, she has worked at prominent organizations such as Coca-Cola HBC and as Federal Prosecutor for Nigeria’s Drug Law Enforcement Agency. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Bioethics at Harvard Medical School. Her academic credentials also include an MBA from the University of Oxford, an LLM from Cornell University, and an LLB from the University of Lagos. She was named among Poets and Quants “100 Best and Brightest EMBAs” in 2022, and was recognized with the Diligent Corporation Modern Governance 100 Award, highlighting her as one of the top 100 Global World Leaders in Legal, Risk, and Governance in 2020.

Ryan Jordan is a graduating senior at Harvard University, where he majors in History with a minor in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations (and has enough credits for a second minor in African Studies). Ryan is an entrepreneur with a background in the private education and EdTech space, and he is particularly interested in the political, legal, and business intricacies of navigating emerging markets in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Beyond this, Ryan is a big believer in the need to increase education on the business environment in Africa and to enable all students to have the professional experiences with Africa that will prepare them to work in Africa and with Africans in the future. After graduation Ryan will be devoting his time to his companies and to managing the SCOA Foundation, where he serves as CEO. He is interested in entrepreneurship and innovation, and intends to enter the VC & PE impact and infrastructure fund space in emerging markets in the future,

 Sokhnadiarra Ndiaye hails from Senegal and is dedicated to fostering international transactions and business partnerships between Africa and the West, with a focus on sustainable development and real estate. As a consultant, her work spans multiple industries, where she advises organizations on development and scaling strategies while serving as a mentor to underserved students and aspiring founders. She has previously worked with West African companies on property development projects and is actively engaged in a venture aimed at facilitating cross-border real estate transactions in Senegal. Sokhnadiarra holds a BA in Africana Studies from Cornell University. 

 Logan Rager is a current undergraduate, student athlete, and entrepreneur at Princeton University, Class of 2026. Logan is majoring in Politics with a focus on International Relations and is minoring in Mandarin Chinese. Coming out of High School, Logan was a H.S. All American Football Player and was ranked #1 in the country as a Long Snapper and is a member of the Princeton Football Team. Logan also runs a National Long Snapping Training Association, and has recently accepted a coveted internship position at BlackRock's US Wealth Advisory Division for Summer, 2025.  Logan is a firm believer in the benefits of strong international ties and is passionate about outreach and supporting others.

 Marcus Montague-Mfuni is a graduate student and Rhodes Scholar at the University of Oxford where he is completing an MSc in Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation, following this he will begin an MSc in Neuroscience at Oxford as well. Before his graduate studies, Marcus completed a BA at Harvard University in Psychology with a secondary in Computer Science. Marcus’ primary research interests lie in using an in-depth understanding of human cognition and behavior to design impactful policies targeting social issues.  Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, Marcus is particularly passionate about African affairs and progress and will direct his efforts towards the continent after his studies. 

Born and raised in Rwanda, Pacifique is currently pursuing dual degrees in Economics and Computer Science at Dartmouth College. He is passionate about fostering a thriving business ecosystem and dedicated to the transformative power of innovation and entrepreneurship as key drivers for Africa's economic renaissance. Pacifique firmly believes that through pioneering solutions and entrepreneurial vigor, Africa can not only create immense value for its citizens but also carve a distinguished presence on the global market.

Stephen Makuol is a rising junior at Stanford University majoring in Computer Science. He is a dedicated member of the Leland Scholar Program. Born in Kenya to South Sudanese parents, Stephen's refugee background has deeply influenced his commitment to social justice and community service. His work with NGOs like Refugee to Save a Nation highlights his dedication to improving the lives of displaced individuals and advocating for refugee rights. His academic pursuits and extracurricular activities reflect his passion for leveraging technology to address global challenges. 

 Mikka Kabugo is a Junior at Columbia School of General Studies double-majoring in Economics and Art History+Visual Arts.  Mikka participates in the Justice in Education program at Rikers Island, which focuses on using visual arts as a medium for incarcerated individuals to heal and share. At the same time, he is interested in capital and emerging markets, with a focus on the benefits of foreign direct investment for social and infrastructural development.

Segun Omole is a 2L at the Harvard Law School. Raised between Lagos and Abuja, Nigeria, he is curious and eaTsinghuat Africa and Africa’s development. He co-chairs the Harvard Africa Law Association’s Africa Development Conference and the Harvard Black Law Students Association’s Africa Summit. Before law school, Segun was a consultant at McKinsey & Company, focusing on labor force economics, strategy, and corporate finance. He obtained his Masters in Management of Global Affairs from Tsinghua University, Beijing, as a Schwarzman Scholar and his Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies and Political Science from New York University Abu Dhabi.
 

 Akuei Johnson Ateny is a rising junior at Princeton University from South Sudan who is deeply passionate about Computer Science, Statistics, and Machine Learning, driven by his fascination with the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). He also enthusiastically believes in giving the best minds the best education and the best opportunities to ignite as much talent as possible. Akuei is also a co-founder at VisionQuest Academy, an NPO that serves as  a sci-tech high school and a college preparatory institution based in Juba, South Sudan. VisionQuest's mission is to ensure that highly talented students get to experience and undergo the best education possible by exposing them to unparalleled educational experiences, both locally and globally, and nurturing them to become the future of not just South Sudan but the entire world. Beyond academia, Akuei finds joy in chess, music, puzzles, and dancing. At Princeton, he actively contributes to the National Society of Black Engineers, the Society for African Internationals at Princeton, and the Black Students Association. Through his work with the SCOA Foundation, he aspires to drive meaningful change across the African continent with a focus on empowering youth and promoting innovation through spearhead initiatives that address pressing societal challenges, fuel economic growth, and expand access to education and opportunities for all African communities. 

Euquil Mutayi is a Kenyan international student and sophomore at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. He is pursuing a dual concentration in Finance and Business Analytics, and he is driven by his deep passion for capital markets. Euquil's interest lies in understanding the diversification of markets and their intersection with growing economies and he has always been intrigued by the forces shaping markets and currencies. Additionally, Euquil is an educational enthusiast who firmly believes everyone deserves access to the transformative power of education.
 

 Born and raised in Kenya, Benjamin Karanja is currently a junior at the Bowers College of Computing and Information Science at Cornell University, majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Economics. His passion for Artificial Intelligence drives him to explore the transformative potential of technology in solving real-world problems. Through his work with the SCOA Foundation, Benjamin aims to create impactful change across the African continent, focusing on empowering youth and fostering innovation.

Benjamin's vision is to spearhead initiatives that address pressing societal challenges, fuel economic growth, and expand access to education and opportunities for all African communities. He is deeply committed to promoting self-reliance among African youth, both economically and politically, believing that with the right tools and opportunities, they can lead the continent to a prosperous future.

In addition to his academic pursuits, Benjamin has a keen interest in geopolitics, which allows him to understand the broader context of global issues and their impact on Africa. Music, chess, and football are his passions, and he finds joy in the strategy and creativity they involve. Hiking and spending time with friends provide a balance to his busy schedule, allowing him to recharge and stay connected with nature and his community.

As an educational enthusiast, Benjamin firmly believes everyone deserves access to the transformative power of education. This belief fuels his dedication to initiatives that aim to provide unparalleled educational experiences to talented students, both locally and globally. By nurturing the next generation of leaders, he hopes to contribute to the development of a vibrant and innovative African society.