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The Team

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Alhassan Ahmadu Dantata

Executive Chairman

Our Chairman is an experienced African business leader from the renowned Dantata business dynasty in West Africa. He has been in business for over 45 years and is on the board of numerous companies in various capacities through his investment portfolio management company which includes Crescent House Limited & SIDIL Group

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Eng. Fred Jura

 Founder & CEO

An experienced Civil & Environmental Engineer, adept at project management and guiding project development and managing metrics for optimal ROI. Proficient in agricultural infrastructure development, having led over 30 projects to completion. Demonstrates strong leadership in aligning diverse teams towards project goals. Notably, has served as an Agribusiness advisor to the World Bank and IFC.

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Prof. Dr-Ing. Ajayi, Ayodele Ebenezer, FNIAE, FNSE, MAGU, MSES, MAGU, MISTRO, MSSN

Lead Consultant - Nigeria ECOWAS

A distinguished Professor of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering with over 25 years of experience in sustainable agriculture, water resources management, and sustainable energy. Holds senior roles at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, including Program Lead at the Centre for Renewable Energies Technologies and Head of the Agricultural and Environmental Engineering Department. He leads national and international projects in green hydrogen development, carbon capture, and energy sector capacity building in collaboration with global institutions. A recipient of prestigious fellowships and awards, including the Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship, and actively involved in strategic planning, mentoring, and research with significant contributions to sustainable development and entrepreneurship.

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Director Strategy Board Advisor

Paul Kukubo is a pivotal figure in the African ICT landscape. Recognised as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Kenyans, Kukubo's contribution to ICT has shaped Africa's digital landscape and left an indelible mark on the continent's technological and entrepreneurial ecosystem. As the first CEO of the Kenya ICT Board, he led the effort that positioned Kenya as a premier destination for ICT investment, laying the groundwork for the country's digital transformation.

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Beyond his executive roles, Kukubo has significantly contributed to marketing and brand development in Kenya, notably through his involvement with the Marketing Society of Kenya and the Brand Kenya initiative.

 

Kukubo served as the first CEO of the East Africa Exchange (EAX) in Kigali, Rwanda. His role at EAX transformed regional trade dynamics and fostered regional economic growth.

 

Kukubo's impact extends into the venture capital and startup ecosystem as an angel investor and board member of numerous African startups. His investments and guidance have nurtured innovation and entrepreneurship, making him a central figure in Africa's burgeoning digital and technological sectors.

 

His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Global Executive MBA.

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Ruth Nyagah

Food Safety & Post Harvest Lead

Ruth is an Agronomist With 20+ years of expertise in optimizing food systems for smallholder farmers and food processing SMEs in Africa and globally including the Philippines, and Haiti. She holds an MSc Degree in Post Harvest Horticulture from the University of Greenwich and several international food safety professional certifications in GLOBALG.A.P, HACCP, ISO 17065/IOAS, and ISO 22000:2018. She is a champion of food safety standards. with a focus on post-harvest management and consumer safety.

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Dr Erick Ogumo, PhD

Agronomy Value Chain Lead

An experienced Agronomy, Food Safety and Supply Chain expert with 20+ years in Sub-Saharan Africa's fresh produce and beverage industry, including senior executive roles at the World Bank, Coca-Cola, Tesco, and several agricultural enterprises across Africa. Offers expertise from production to retail, excelling in commercial and managerial roles. Proficient in food safety systems like BRC, FSSC, ISO, GlobalG.A.P, and retailer-specific standards, Tesco Nurture, TFMS, M+S Field to Fork. Extensive knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety Management Systems

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Dr. Faisal Guhad, PhD

Livestock Value Chain Lead

Dr. Guhad is a world-renowned veterinarian with advanced degrees from Uppsala University, The Royal Veterinary College London and the University of Nairobi. He has extensive experience in academia as an Assistant Professor of Veterinary Medicine at Pennsylvania State University and as a Senior Principal Scientist at Pfizer in animal health and infectious diseases. His experience in the livestock agribusiness value chain spans several decades having founded and led companies like Al Asab Farms and Jigjiga Export Slaughterhouse in Ethiopia. He is a member of the Kenya Veterinary Board and founder of the Kenya Veterinary Forum.

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Gert Kriek

Business Development Lead

A seasoned Business Development Manager with 30+ years in food production & distribution, specialising in large scale feed milling operations. Expert in Product Development, Marketing, Sales, Performance Management, and financial oversight. Proven leader of multi-million dollar businesses across Africa, with a focus on team spirit, human resources optimization, and sustainable business models.

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Bernard Osawa

Government relations, & Green Energy Lead

Government relations, community engagement, regulatory expert, project developer, manager, policy advisor, planner, and energy strategist,  with more than 20 years of demonstrated history of working in the extractives, utilities, renewable energy, environment and sustainability industry. Holds a MSc Degree in Renewable Energy from the University of Oldenburg.

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Oloo Khisa

Ditigital Technology Lead

An expert in digital finance and mobile money technology with a focus on improving inclusion for marginalised communities. His significant roles include leading digital projects at Irish Fintech - CR2 Limited, advising the Central Bank of Kenya on key projects, and overseeing M-commerce technology projects at Bharti Airtel & Co-operative Bank of Kenya. He is passionate about leveraging technology for financial inclusion.

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Dr. Rao Owen, PhD

CFO

Accomplished Revenue Specialist and Lead Consultant with over 13 years of international experience in revenue management and consultancy. Proven track record in developing and implementing strategic revenue management initiatives, resulting in significant revenue growth and improved operational efficiency. Holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Nairobi and a Doctorate in Business Administration from the United States International University (USIU)

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Eng. Meshack Ochieng -PhD.

Infrastructure Development Lead

​An experienced Civil Engineer and a global authority in infrastructure development and Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), with a rich background that spans over 21 years in the field. His expertise covers mega transportation, water, energy, and urban development. Notably, Meshack has contributed to pivotal projects such as the development of integrated and sustainable urban infrastructure, mixed use developments, industrial and logistics hubs, commercial and sports complexes in Middle East and sub-Saharan Africa that include Abu Dhabi plan 2030, KIZAD industrial Zone, Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira...etc. As part of these respective project development teams, Meshack has showcased his versatility and strategic approach to infrastructure development challenges. His proficiency in project planning, strategic investment development, and policy formulation is complemented by his adeptness in environmental social governance and the management of diverse infrastructure assets. Through roles ranging from technical advisory to project lead, Meshack has demonstrated a profound ability to navigate and structure complex PPP arrangements, enhance institutional capacities, and lead comprehensive infrastructure initiatives. His contributions extend globally, enhancing the resilience and sustainability of infrastructure systems, and driving socio-economic growth across various regions.

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Sylvester Maithya

Mapping & GIS Lead

Mr. Mutyauvyu is a distinguished GIS specialist with advanced degrees from the University of Nairobi in Geospatial Engineering & Remote Sensing. He has a decade-long tenure at the National Environment Management Authority of Kenya, where he excelled in geospatial data analysis and GIS application design. Sylvester also imparts knowledge at the University of Nairobi as a lecturer and has previously contributed to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics.

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Eugene Reeksting

Engineering Lead

An experienced Agricultural Engineer with 40+ years of experience across Africa. Holds a B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering and several postgraduate qualifications in mechanical and electrical engineering. Specialises in modern farm design, mechanisation, irrigation, and project management

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Kenya

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A, 104, Plaza, 2000

Mombasa Road,

Nairobi​

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Nigeria

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 48B, Oda Crescent

Wuse 2-900288

Abuja

Federal Capital Territory

South Africa

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Nelson Mandela Square  

2146 - Maude Street  

Sandton - Johannesburg

Uganda

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Ntinda
Kampala

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