Cohort XI

Charmaine Phiri is a communication specialist who studied Journalism and Communication skills and has worked in the media industry for 8 years, She is an Alumni of the African Civic Engagement Academy (University of Georgia), an adjudicator and a certified public speaker, Diplomatic Business Networking Club member, an Acting Prime Minister for Super Alliance Sustainable Africa (SASA) headquarters in Kenya, which is a voluntary organisation with a mission to drive sustainable development by building thriving and resilient African communities. Ms Phiri’s professional interests include climate change, diplomacy, governance, inclusion, global affairs and civic engagement. She is a holder of a BCom in Marketing and Management Science (IMM) and also completed studies in Contemporary Diplomacy and International Relations and Monitoring & Evaluation which have prepared her to make sound decisions by collecting, analysing and critically evaluating research projects and programmes. Currently, she is a Personal Assistant to an Ambassador in the Diplomatic Mission in Zimbabwe.

My name is Gome Ng’ona from Zambia. (more…)

Abayineh Amare is an assistant professor at Jimma University, Ethiopia since 2018. He has a BSC degree in Agricultural Sciences, and MSc in Rural Development. He has obtained his PhD in Environment and Development Studies. (more…)

The person named CHEIKHOUNA DIAGNE is a knowledgeable development engineer with hands-on experience in community management, community engagement and advocacy. He has a double master’s degree in territorial development and sustainable development issues and perspectives respectively at the Gaston Berger University in Saint Louis and the University of Alexandria in Cairo. He is a true climate policy actor for initiating the youth climate conference and participating in the largest scientific conference on sustainable development organized by Université Sherbrooke. He has worked with several UN agencies and non-governmental organizations. Currently working at UNICEF Senegal Bureau Dakar as a consultant on social entrepreneurship, he aims to do a thesis on climate finance.

Abdul Razak Hamid is an Assistance Technical Officer at Ghana Cocoa Board, where he provides extension services to farmers and manages district data for policy formulation. (more…)

Chen-Chen Cornelius is an individual of extraordinary skill and expertise in the field of water resources engineering and research, whose accomplishments are nothing short of impressive. Holding a B.Sc. in Water Resources Engineering from Busitema University in Uganda and currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (Water Quality Engineering) at the prestigious University of Capetown, Chen-Chen is a true standout in his field. As the CEO of Wawtex Solutions Limited, one of the most innovative and respected companies in the water and energy solutions industry, Chen-Chen has distinguished himself as a top performer. He has designed, built and managed some of the most complex and advanced hydrological engineering concepts, and his track record of success is nothing short of exceptional. An avid volunteer, Chen-Chen has lent his considerable talents to several NGOs and environmental organizations, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to community service. Recently serving as the Program Coordinator for WaSH at the BIDS Foundation in Uganda, he also served as a Renewable Energy Expert on the Promotion Renewable Energy Efficiency and Energy Program in Northern Uganda. Chen-Chen also conducted research as a Youth Researcher on the impacts of climate change on the livelihoods of young people in Karamoja and Busoga regions in Uganda under Restless Development. As a Climate Advocate at FXB Climate Program and a Youth Ambassador and Mentor at Youth for Climate Restoration, Chen-Chen has shown an unwavering dedication to the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and SDG13 (Climate Action). With his technical expertise, analytical skills, and passionate commitment to service, Chen-Chen Cornelius stands poised to continue making an indelible impact in the field of water resources engineering and beyond.

Adamolekun Ayoola Gabriel is an undergraduate student from the Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo state in Nigeria, who is passionate about environmental (more…)

Chizoba Nzeakor is recognised as a future leader, by the Aspen Institute. She is a Climate and Clean Energy Professional, an MBA candidate at Quantic Business School, Founder and CEO Climate Technology Solutions, Zoba Advisory and Caroline Raphael Events, Fellow at Student Energy and UN-SDSN Local Pathways fellow. She is a renewable energy enthusiast, a sustainable waste manager, an event planner,project manager, climate and clean energy advocate. A member of YOUNGO, SDG 7 youth Constituency, The commonwealth sustainable energy youth transition And have been Awarded a Climate Champion and Recognized as an Innovator by UNSDSN-Nigeria.