Meet the Team
Meet the dedicated individuals driving positive change through leadership development in Africa.
"In a fast-changing world, with increased human and environmental challenges, transformational and ethical leadership becomes a critical tool to build better societies, and indeed a better world."
Governing Board of Directors
Our distinguished board members and founders guide LEO Africa Institute's vision and strategic direction.
Magnus Mchnguzi
Co-Founder & Chairman of the Board
A distinguished leader with extensive experience in organizational development and strategic leadership in East Africa.
Awel Uwihanganye
Co-founder & Board Member
A passionate advocate for ethical leadership and social innovation in Africa.
Catherinerose Barreto
Board Member
Human Capital, Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Gender Consultant
Kevin Langley
Board Member
Head Of Marketing, Visa CEMEA
William Babigumira
Board Member
Certified Trade Advisor, Private Sector Federation Rwanda
Conrad Mugisha
Board Member
Our Secretariat Team
Meet our dynamic team leading our programs and operations.
Awel Uwihanganye
Co-Founder & Program Lead
A passionate advocate for ethical leadership and social innovation in Africa.
Nelson Asiimwe Mushabe
Program Manager
Leads program implementation and stakeholder engagement.
Nnanda Kizito Seruwagi
Communications & Media Officer
Manages communications and media relations.
Abdallah Zubedah
Program Officer
Coordinates program activities and partnerships.