Leadership Council

The Leadership Council comprises a group of dynamic young leaders on the African continent. The Council is drawn from the Harvard community and beyond with geographic representation across the continent. In addition to geographic diversity, the Council is composed of leaders in a range of fields including the arts, science and technology, healthcare, government, and entrepreneurship. Members engage with CAS and its Africa Advisory Board members to shape CAS’ and Harvard University’s broader engagement with Africa as a Continent.

Amandla Ooko-Ombaka

Co-Chair, Harvard University Center for African Studies Leadership Council
Associate Partner, McKinsey & Company
Amandla Photo

Patricia Nzolantima

Co-Chair, Harvard University Center for African Studies Leadership Council
Founder and CEO, Bizzoly Holdings
Patricia Nzolantima

Clare Akamanzi

CEO, Rwanda Development Board (RDB)
Member of the Cabinet of Rwanda
Clare Akamanzi

David Sengeh

Minister Of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, Government of Sierra Leone
David Sengeh

Stella Safo

Physician & Assistant Professor of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Dr. Stella Safo