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Guiding principle

Throughout my career, my mission has remained the same: advancing Africa’s economic sovereignty through industrialization, trade, infrastructure, and innovation.

Professional Experience

Public Service & Leadership in the African Union

2022 to present

2019 to 2022

2018 to 2019

2014 to 2018

2014

2012 to 2014

2007 to 2011

2001 to 2007

Director of Economic Integration, Industrialization & Infrastructure – AUDA-NEPAD
Managing key continental initiatives, including:

  • Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA): Strengthening regional connectivity in transport, energy, water, and digital infrastructure.

  • AfCFTA Implementation: Enhancing intra-African trade and supply chains..

  • Special Economic Zones (SEZs) Financing: Developing investment-ready industrial parks.

  • Continental Power Systems Master Plan (CMP): Driving Africa’s unified electricity market.

Director of Programme Execution & Coordination – AUDA-NEPAD

  • Oversaw industrialization, trade facilitation, infrastructure, and agriculture projects aligned with Agenda 2063.

  • Led the AfCFTA impact assessment and PIDA implementation.o

  • Spearheaded private sector engagement to accelerate Africa’s economic transformation.

Director of Operations – AUDA-NEPAD 
Spearheaded the transformation of NEPAD into AUDA-NEPAD, securing key financial
and institutional reforms.

Director of Administration & HR – African Union Commission 

  • Led major institutional reforms, modernized HR and procurement systems.

  • Introduced SAP-based ERP solutions, enhancing operational efficiency.

Private Sector Leadership 

Ecobank

Directed organizational development strategies, integrating HR systems and leadership programs across 35+ markets.

Nestlé Asia, Oceania, Africa

Led industrial performance and leadership development across multiple markets, enhancing operational excellence.

Nestlé Côte d’Ivoire 

Served as HR Director, driving workforce optimization, talent development, and industrial relations.

Schlumberger

Led HRIS implementation across West and Southern Africa, optimizing workforce planning.

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