Africa Speakers

Meet some of our Africa Speakers

Ian Goldin

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Ian Goldin, a respected professor at Oxford University and principal economist, has advised world leaders and written influential books. As a former World Bank vice president, his work shapes global discussions on technology, the economy, and global challenges, impacting both academia and policy-making.

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Jody Williams

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Jody Williams, 1997 Nobel Peace Prize Winner and Chairman of the Nobel Women’s Initiative, inspires global audiences. Host Jody Williams to speak, hire Jody Williams, or book Jody Williams for compelling insights. Jody Williams’ travels advocate meaningful change.

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Dr. Jane Goodall

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Dr Jane Goodall, a renowned ethologist and UN Messenger of Peace, revolutionised our understanding of chimpanzees and the natural world. Her pioneering research and commitment to global advocacy have made her a role model. Recognised as a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE), she continues to inspire and empower future conservation leaders.

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Dan Buettner

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Dan Buettner discovered the five places in the world where people live the longest, healthiest lives – the blue zones. Now he is working with communities and governments to implement Blue Zone Projects, initiatives that apply lessons from the Blue Zones to entire communities.

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Doug Manuel

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Doug is a versatile motivational speaker, workshop leader, and musician. Known for his profound understanding of business dynamics and an innate ability to foster collaboration, Doug’s talks and workshops are designed to invigorate and unite people across live, hybrid, and virtual events.

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Dr. Ernesto Sirolli

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Founder and CEO of Sirolli Institute, leading authority on economic development and sustainability and popular TED speaker.

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Yves Daccord

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Renowned humanitarian leader, change maker and international strategist, he helps leaders to expand their horizons on critical issues shaping our future and contributes to challenging and sharpening their strategic thinking to prepare for tomorrow.

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Ann Pettifor

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UK-based economist, director of policy research in macroeconomics, an honorary research fellow at the Political Economy Research Centre at City University, London, and a fellow of the New Economics Foundation, London.

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Leymah Gbowee

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2011 Nobel Peace Laureate Leymah Gbowee is a Liberian peace activist, trained social worker and women’s rights advocate.

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Joseph Stiglitz

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A Nobel Prize Laureate in Economic Sciences, Professor of Columbia University Graduate School of Business and Former World Bank Chief Economist is known for his critical view of the management of globalisation, free-market economists and international institutes such as the International Monetary Fund.

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Andrew Bastawrous

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Andrew Bastawrous is an eye surgeon, social entrepreneur, and global health advocate. With an OBE and multiple accolades, he’s not just a speaker—he’s a catalyst for change. Book Andrew to inspire your audience to turn vision into impactful action.

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Eleni Gabre-Madhin

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Founder of Ethiopia’s first commodities exchange, a serial entrepreneur impacting the lives of over 15 million small farmers.

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