Featured Speakers
H. E. Henriette Geiger
Ambassador of the European Union to Kenya
H. E. Henriette Geiger
Ambassador of the European Union to Kenya
About the Speaker
Henriette Geiger is the European Union Ambassador to Kenya, having presented her credentials to the President of Kenya in September 2021, a period that marked the beginning of the EU-Kenya Strategic Dialogue. Ms Geiger has a long standing career in the European Union institutions, where she served in key management positions working on political, development and security relations with Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean and Pacific regions. Prior to her joining the EU, Henriette worked at the UN and in the private sector and civil society. Educated in both Germany and the United States, she obtained two master degrees in social sciences and earned a distinction as a Fulbright Scholar.Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Betsy Muthoni Njagi, CBS
Principal Secretary, State Department for The Blue Economy and Fisheries Kenya
Betsy Muthoni Njagi, CBS
Principal Secretary, State Department for The Blue Economy and Fisheries Kenya
About the Speaker
With a Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), Betsy is a resourceful and accomplished public sector leader with over 16 years of extensive experience in governance frameworks, technology implementation, project management, and strategic planning. She has proven expertise in spearheading digital transformation initiatives, fostering operational excellence, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements across both the private and public sector.
As Principal Secretary, State Department for the Blue Economy and Fisheries, Betsy Muthoni Njagi is passionate about contributing to socio-economic change within the society. Her journey in the Blue Economy sector has been driven by a curiosity to not only contribute to sustainable fisheries and Blue Economy resources but also to contribute to the socio-economic development of her country, Kenya.
Betsy has managed to co-ordinate the development of policy, legal, regulatory and institutional framework for the fisheries industry and the blue economy. she has also ensured capacity building for sustainable exploitation of Agro-based Marine resources. Further, she has been at the forefront of advocating for increased local participation and investment in the blue economy through private sector engagement and partnerships.
She is deeply committed to innovation, creativity and social impact.
Aden A. Millah
Principal Secretary, State Department for Shipping and Maritime Affairs Kenya
Aden A. Millah
Principal Secretary, State Department for Shipping and Maritime Affairs Kenya
About the Speaker
Mr. Aden Abdi Millah is the current Principal Secretary State Department of Shipping and Maritime Affairs, Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs. He is the immediate Deputy Director and Head of Department of motor vehicle registration at the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). He is a results-oriented professional with over twenty-eight years of experience in the public and private sector.
Prior to being Deputy Director, Mr. Millah was the NTSA Regional Manager for Central Rift based in Nakuru, then Coast region based in Mombasa and later Nairobi regional office. His previous roles also include serving as the Engineer in-charge at Schlumberger in Scotland, Engineer at First Energy Corporation in Pennsylvania, USA, and a technician at Kenya Power and Lightning Company Ltd, Central Rift Region between 1996 to 2000.
Mr. Millah holds a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree from the University of Minnesota Institute of Technology Twin Cities, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree in Human Resources Management from Mount Kenya University. His professional affiliations include membership to the Kenya Association for Public Administration and Management.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
HE. Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir
Governor Mombasa County
HE. Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir
Governor Mombasa County
About the Speaker
He was born in Majengo, Mombasa to the late Sherrif Nassir and Mama Nassim Sheriff Nassir. As a young boy, he schooled at Coast Academy before moving to Nairobi for his secondary education at the prestigious Lenana School. Thereafter, he pursued his higher education at Inoorero University where he graduated with a Bachelors’ degree in Commerce. He is currently pursuing a Masters’ degree in the same field at the Mt. Kenya University.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Maroš Mitrík
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Slovak Republic to Kenya Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Maroš Mitrík
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Slovak Republic to Kenya Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
About the Speaker
In August 2025, Maroš Mitrík took up his appointment as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Slovak Republic to Kenya, and as Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat).
He holds a degree in History and English language from Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra. Following his studies, he worked as a teacher of both subjects and also worked in various capacities in the private sector.
H.E. Maroš Mitrík began his diplomatic career at the Ministry’s Diplomatic Academy, the department responsible for preparing diplomats for assignments both at headquarters and in foreign postings. In this capacity, he played a key role in developing and implementing a comprehensive training programme for civil servants across the Slovak public administration, ensuring their readiness for the country’s historic first Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
His foreign postings in Uzbekistan and Belarus gave him hands-on experience in almost every area of embassy work, from political and economic affairs to administration.
From 2022 until his appointment to Kenya, he served as Director of the Department of Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid. In this role, he was responsible for drafting Slovakia’s strategic documents on development cooperation, oversaw the implementation of development projects in partner countries, and coordinated the provision of humanitarian assistance in response to unexpected crises and emergencies.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Alexander Fierley
Deputy Head of Mission Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Nairobi
Alexander Fierley
Deputy Head of Mission Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Nairobi
About the Speaker
Curriculum Vitae
1994 – 1997: Federal University of Applied Administrative Science at the German Foreign Office, Bonn, Degree in Administrative Science1997 – 2000: Political Department, Federal Foreign Office, Bonn/Berlin
2000 – 2003: Third Secretary German Embassy, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
2003 – 2007: Third Secretary German Embassy, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
2007 – 2008: Diplomatic Academy, Federal Foreign Office, Berlin
2008 – 2010: Political Department, Federal Foreign Office, Berlin
2010 – 2013: First Secretary, Head of Cultural and Press Section German Embassy, Lima, Peru
2013 – 2015: Political Department, Federal Foreign Office, Berlin
2015 - 2017: Deputy Head of Mission Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mazar-i-Sharif 2017 - 2018: Deputy Head of Mission
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Tripoli 2018 - 2021: Training Director, Academy of the German Foreign Office
2021 - 2022: Deputy Head of Department for Security of Diplomatic and
Consular Missions abroad, Federal Foreign Office, Berlin 2022 - 2023: Deputy Head of Political Department
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Moscow 2023 - Present: Deputy Head of Mission
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Nairobi
Languages:
German, English, French, Spanish, Russian (passively)
Married, two children
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Dr. Jeff A. Ardron
Africa Oceans Director The Nature Conservancy
Dr. Jeff A. Ardron
Africa Oceans Director The Nature Conservancy
With over 30 years of experience in ocean space, Dr Jeff A. Ardron is a recognized leader and international expert in marine and environmental governance, policy, planning, and conservation. He has a proven track record of spearheading innovative and impactful work in government, inter-governmental and non-governmental organizations, as well as research and academia.
Currently, he is the Africa Oceans Director for The Nature Conservancy (TNC), overseeing teams working in several African countries on ocean conservation and sustainability. These include: Kenya, Tanzania, Seychelles, South Africa, Namibia, Angola, and Gabon.
Previously, he was the Adviser, Ocean Governance at the Commonwealth Secretariat, London, where he led the landmark Commonwealth Blue Charter, a unique international agreement that he conceived and established. The Blue Charter became the Commonwealth’s ocean solutions flagship across its 56 countries.
Dr Ardron holds a PhD in Ocean and Earth Science from the University of Southampton, UK, and an MSc in Environment and Management from Royal Roads University, Canada.
Sessions by Speaker
Aligning capital impact and opportunity – Dialogue Between Finance Providers and Blue Entrepreneurs.
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Ibukun Adewumi
Head of the UNESCO-IOC Sub-Commission for Africa and Adjacent Island States (IOCAFRICA)
Ibukun Adewumi
Head of the UNESCO-IOC Sub-Commission for Africa and Adjacent Island States (IOCAFRICA)
About the Speaker
With a career in ocean sustainability, Adewumi has a wealth of experience and expertise in international collaboration around ocean science and sustainable planning.
He has devoted over 16 years to the pursuit of sustainable ocean management, with a focus on coastal and marine policy across Africa, Europe, Southeast Asia, the Pacific, the Caribbean, and Latin America. He holds advanced degrees in Ocean Planning and Blue Economy.
Recent roles include Ocean Governance and Partnership Coordinator for the Global Ocean Accounts Partnership (GOAP) at the Sustainable Development Reform Hub (hosted by the University of New South Wales, Australia).
Additionally, he led the development of the Ocean Decade Programmatic Framework for Sustainable Ocean Planning and supported the drafting of the UNESCO-IOC Strategy for Sustainable Ocean Planning.
Adewumi's career also includes
Dr. Michal Mlynár
Deputy Executive Director United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
Dr. Michal Mlynár
Deputy Executive Director United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)
About the Speaker
Dr. Michal Mlynár is a seasoned diplomat and educator with almost 30 years of experience in senior global assignments. Until April 2023, he was Slovakia's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York. Prior to that, Mr. Mlynár served as Director General for International Organizations, Development Cooperation, and Humanitarian Aid at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Slovak Republic. He was also Slovakia’s Ambassador in Nairobi and served as the Chair of the Committee of Permanent Representatives to UN-Habitat and the President of its Governing Council. He holds PhD and MA degrees from Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia, and also studied in the UK and the USA. Mr. Mlynár served as Acting Executive Director of UN-Habitat from January to August 2024.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
10:05 AM - 10:20 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Speakers
Kris Ansin
Kenya Country Director TechnoServe
Kris Ansin
Kenya Country Director TechnoServe
About the Speaker
Kris is from Boston, Massachusetts, USA, and has worked across international development and global health. Before joining TechnoServe as Kenya's Country Director, Kris worked as a strategy consultant and market maker for Accenture Development Partnerships, where he shaped and led several high-profile strategy and innovation engagements for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Save the Children, UNICEF, Amref Health Africa, Mastercard, and dozens of other international organizations. In 2018 and 2019, Kris spent time building the practice and portfolio in Kenya, spending time in Nairobi, Makueni, and Kisumi. From 2020-2022, he has also served as the Senior Partnerships Lead for USAID's MOMENTUM award for Routine Immunization Transformation & Equity.
Prior, Kris was Executive Director for Mali Health, a local NGO focused on maternal and child health in slum communities of Bamako. In 2017, Kris also joined TechnoServe as a consultant, working with the Strategic Initiatives group in South Africa in Ghana. Kris holds an MPH from Tulane University and an MBA from Yale.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Robin Farrington
Component Leader, ProsperBlue GIZ
Robin Farrington
Component Leader, ProsperBlue GIZ
Sessions by Speaker
Aligning capital impact and opportunity – Dialogue Between Finance Providers and Blue Entrepreneurs.
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Maaike Broekhuis
Program Manager Regenerative Economy The DOEN Foundation
Maaike Broekhuis
Program Manager Regenerative Economy The DOEN Foundation
About the Speaker
Maaike comes from a background in business administration and philanthropy and has worked the last 10+ years in different roles in (strategy) consultancy, program management and philanthropy advice always on the nexus of planet/sustainability and entrepreneurship with an international orientation. Her experience ranges from social entrepreneurship programs to (family) foundations, NGO’s, corporates and governments on their (program) strategy and organizational development.
At the DOEN Foundation, Maaike works as program manager regenerative economy with a focus on regenerative agriculture, landscape restoration, blue economy and the circular economy both in the Netherlands and beyond (mainly focus on East-Africa). DOEN Foundation supports engaged and entrepreneurial pioneers who are committed to a green, socially-inclusive and creative society. We have access to a range of non-financial and financial instruments, such as subsidies, loans and equity, to support these frontrunners in transitions.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Sailfish
Olaf Seidel
Head of Project GIZ-SPARK
Olaf Seidel
Head of Project GIZ-SPARK
About the Speaker
Olaf is an experienced innovation and digital transformation leader with 15+ years of global experience in startup support, ecosystem development and ICT management. Proven ability to drive climate-smart, gender-responsive entrepreneurship across Africa, lead large-scale international programs, and build value driven, high performing partnerships. Olaf combines a strong background in private and development sector focusing on transformation management, strategic advisory, and operational leadership.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Tuqa Jirmo
Manager - Blue economy Western Indian Ocean Program, The Nature Conservancy
Tuqa Jirmo
Manager - Blue economy Western Indian Ocean Program, The Nature Conservancy
About the Speaker
Tuqa Jirmo is the Blue Economy Manager for the Western Indian Ocean Program at The Nature Conservancy (TNC), where he leads efforts to integrate sustainable ocean-based livelihoods with conservation goals. His work focuses on supporting coastal communities, governments, and regional organizations in developing inclusive blue economy frameworks that balance economic growth with the protection of marine ecosystems.
Tuqa brings over a decade of experience in marine conservation, fisheries management, and community-based natural resource governance. Before joining TNC, he worked with national and international organizations where he coordinated projects on marine spatial planning, sustainable fisheries, and biodiversity conservation along Kenya’s coast and within the wider Western Indian Ocean region. His leadership has been central to building local capacity and advancing policy dialogues on sustainable ocean use.
Tuqa holds academic qualifications in marine science and coastal resource management and is deeply passionate about the intersection of people, oceans, and development.
Anton Dahlberg
Chief Executive Officer MTI Investment
Anton Dahlberg
Chief Executive Officer MTI Investment
About the Speaker
Anton Dahlberg is the Chief Executive Officer of MTI Investment, a Nordic-African investment firm focused on building sustainable, scalable businesses across East Africa. As CEO, Anton leads the firm’s strategic vision to support high-potential enterprises in sectors such as agribusiness, green infrastructure, and inclusive technology, helping drive long-term economic and social impact in the region.
With a background in finance, entrepreneurship, and private equity, Anton has over 15 years of experience working in international investment, corporate strategy, and venture building. Before joining MTI Investment, he served in leadership roles in both Nordic financial institutions and African-based start-ups, where he gained deep insight into frontier market dynamics and impact investing frameworks.
He is passionate about nurturing responsible entrepreneurship, bridging capital flows between the Global North and South, and creating lasting value through ethical investment practices. Under his leadership, MTI Investment has emerged as a trusted partner for investors seeking both financial returns and measurable impact.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Annah Kamau
Founder A.N. Kamau & Co Advocates
Annah Kamau
Founder A.N. Kamau & Co Advocates
About the Speaker
Annah N. Kamau is the Founder and Managing Partner of A.N. Kamau & Co. Advocates, a Mombasa-based law firm specializing in commercial law, conveyancing, corporate governance, insurance law, and alternative dispute resolution. With over a decade of experience, she advises entrepreneurs, non-profits, and private sector organizations on legal compliance, risk management, and sustainable growth.
Annah is passionate about youth and women empowerment and has led numerous trainings for entrepreneurs on record keeping, contracts, and legal literacy. She believes access to legal knowledge is essential for inclusive economic development and social justice.
Her leadership reflects a strong interest in the intersection of law, governance, and sustainable development, particularly in advancing Kenya’s blue economy agenda. At the Blue Economy Summit 2025, Annah will share insights on how sound legal systems and good governance can safeguard investments, protect community interests, and ensure equitable participation in the opportunities offered by the blue economy.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
Breakout Room - Dodori
Madeleine Ronquest
Head of Environment, Climate and Nature Risk FirstRand
Madeleine Ronquest
Head of Environment, Climate and Nature Risk FirstRand
About the Speaker
Madeleine has served in many working groups and industry associations, for example, as a member of the UNEPFI TCFD group, the IFRS ISSB S2 working group in South Africa, the South African Banking Association, the Task Force on Nature-related Financial Disclosure, the UN Task Force on Nature Restoration Finance, the African Natural Capital Alliance, the PCAF steering group, FSD Africa, and global and local Business for Nature advisory groups that includes assessment of the protection of human rights, occupational health and safety, labour standards, equality, just transition and inclusive practices and has taken the role as a senior associate of the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL).
Recent publications
Recent publications
- Decoding net-zero for emerging markets: Recommendations to financial regulators
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Boni
Amb. Hellen Gichuhi, MBS
Chair Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO
Amb. Hellen Gichuhi, MBS
Chair Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO
About the Speaker
Ambassador Hellen Gichuhi, MBS, Chair IOC-AFRICA is a career diplomat. Ambassador Gichuhi also serves as the Secretary, Diaspora Welfare and Partnerships, State Department for Diaspora Affairs, Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Kenya.
Ambassador Gichuhi previously served as Charge dÁffaires a.i at the Embassy of Kenya in France, accredited to Portugal, Serbia, Holy See and Monaco; she was also Ambassador/Deputy at the Permanent Delegation of Kenya to UNESCO where she led the Africa group in advocating for Priority Africa and strongly lobbied for IOC-AFRICA to remain in Africa. She was Deputy Head of Mission at the Kenya High Commission, Pretoria, South Africa. She holds an MA in International Studies & Diplomacy, and a Bachelors in Education degree.
The Ambassador has over 15 years of positive contribution in diplomacy and diplomatic relations; over 25 years of active engagement in training, administration and education work; and over 30 years involvement in participatory human development processes.
In addition Ambassador Gichuhi actively participated in the historic Sustainable Blue Economy Conference held in Kenya as the focal person for mayor’s and governors as well as the moderators. She has excellent communication and negotiation skills having participated in several bilateral and multilateral fora, as well as in various conferences as a speaker.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
Breakout Room - Dodori
1000 Ocean Startups & Great Blue Wall Ecosystem Dialogue: Testing the Waters on Investable Seascapes
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Biancah Komora
Research Lead East Africa Venture Capital Association (EAVCA)
Biancah Komora
Research Lead East Africa Venture Capital Association (EAVCA)
About the Speaker
Biancah Komora is the Research Lead at the East Africa Venture Capital Association (EAVCA), where she spearheads data collection, analysis, and reporting on investment trends, venture capital flows, and startup ecosystem dynamics in the region. Her insights help inform policy, attract capital, and support the development of early-stage ventures.
Biancah has over eight years of experience in finance, market research, and development economics. Before joining EAVCA, she managed research portfolios at development finance institutions and consultancies, focusing on entrepreneurship, innovation ecosystems, and SME growth in fragile economies.
Brenda Kibiku
Blue Economy Advisor GIZ
Brenda Kibiku
Blue Economy Advisor GIZ
Sessions by Speaker
Aligning capital impact and opportunity – Dialogue Between Finance Providers and Blue Entrepreneurs.
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Hindu Salim Mohamed
Coordinator of the Blue Economy Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC)
Hindu Salim Mohamed
Coordinator of the Blue Economy Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC)
About the Speaker
Hindu Salim Mohamed is the Coordinator of the Blue Economy at the Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC), leading efforts to harness the potential of the blue economy with a focus on fisheries development across the frontier counties. She works to promote sustainable fisheries, enhance water resource management, and create opportunities that improve livelihoods and food security in regions such as Turkana and Marsabit. Through her leadership, the frontier counties are increasingly becoming key players in advancing Kenya’s blue economy agenda.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
Breakout Room - Dodori
Hon. Patrick Mbelle
Chairperson Blue Economy, Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries Committee Mombasa County Assembly
Hon. Patrick Mbelle
Chairperson Blue Economy, Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries Committee Mombasa County Assembly
About the Speaker
Hon. Patrick Mbelle, Chairperson Blue Economy, Agriculture, Livestock and Cooperatives Assembly Committee. Serves as MCA Bamburi and an enthusiast of community work especially aligned to opportunities around the blue economy space and skill development for youth and women.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
Breakout Room - Dodori
James Mulandi Kyalo
Manager of Partnerships at Compassion Kenya Compassion Kenya
James Mulandi Kyalo
Manager of Partnerships at Compassion Kenya Compassion Kenya
About the Speaker
James Mulandi Kyalo is a visionary and dynamic leader with over 18 years of progressive experience in strategic program management, partnership development, and ICT innovation within the humanitarian sector. Currently serving as the Manager of Partnerships at Compassion Kenya, James has consistently driven organizational growth through transformative systems, data-driven solutions, and stakeholder engagement.
His career is marked by a strong track record in organizational development, resource mobilization, capacity building, and innovation, impacting over 135,000 children and collaborating with more than 477 church partners. James has led the design and implementation of enterprise tools such as the SAFINA, a cross-functional finance system, Compassion Connect, which supports organizational data visibility across multiple countries, and Boresha Mzazi, an innovative digital enterprise solution for caregivers in rural Kenya, enhancing operational efficiency, data visibility, and sustainability across programs.
A strategic thinker and team builder, James excels in aligning talent with vision, executing change management initiatives, and fostering innovation. His leadership has been instrumental in launching sustainability strategies, child protection frameworks, and digital learning platforms, including virtual reality and robotics programs that empower thousands of youths.
James has a bachelor’s degree in Business Information Technology, an Executive Diploma in Human Resource Management, and is currently working toward a master’s degree in organizational development. He is also certified in Business Process Management and Accounting.
Beyond his professional pursuits, James is passionate about soccer, music, ICT innovations, and travel. He is known for his ability to inspire teams, build lasting partnerships, and deliver impactful results in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
10:05 AM - 10:20 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Victoria Kariithi, MSc
Managing Partner Mwanyumba Kariithi & Company Advocates
Victoria Kariithi, MSc
Managing Partner Mwanyumba Kariithi & Company Advocates
About the Speaker
Victoria Kariithi is the Managing Partner at Mwanyumba Kariithi & Company Advocates, where she leads a dynamic legal practice specializing in technology, digital assets, and intellectual property law. Recently, she has focused on legal frameworks surrounding blockchain technology and digital assets, positioning her as a foremost tech lawyer in the region.
Victoria holds an MSc in Technology Law and an LLB. She is passionate about bridging the gap between law and innovation, advising startups, fintechs, and blockchain ventures on regulatory compliance, digital strategy, and risk management. Recently appointed as a blockchain advisor to several legal tech firms, she also contributes to thought leadership in legal-tech intersections.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Costa Maria Kalanda
Coastal Region Manager and Africa Network Partner Lead SINAPIS
Costa Maria Kalanda
Coastal Region Manager and Africa Network Partner Lead SINAPIS
About the Speaker
Costa Maria is a seasoned development consultant with over 14 years of experience empowering African entrepreneurs to scale impact-driven organizations. Specializing in capacity building, strategic growth, and securing funding in emerging sectors like the blue economy, Costa has played a pivotal role in transformative projects, including Blue Invest Africa and the Go Blue Project.
Her expertise lies in fostering collaboration, championing storytelling, and driving innovation to inspire change. Costa holds a Master’s Degree in International Development from the University of Birmingham, where her dissertation focused on Harnessing the Blue Economy to Improve Livelihoods among Local Communities in Kenya’s Coastal Region.
Currently, she serves as the Coastal Region Manager at Sinapis, an Entrepreneur Support Organization, where she continues to mentor, support, and connect founders with opportunities that enable lasting social and economic impact.
Dr Godfred Sowah Khartey
Founder/ Consulting Executive Director Centre for Environmental Sustainability, Marine and Maritime Affairs (CESMMA)
Dr Godfred Sowah Khartey
Founder/ Consulting Executive Director Centre for Environmental Sustainability, Marine and Maritime Affairs (CESMMA)
About the Speaker
Dr. Godfred Sowah Khartey is a passionate advocate for ocean governance, environmental sustainability, and climate action, with over 12 years of professional experience and more than 7 years of deep engagement in climate policy, sustainability, and the marine and maritime sectors. His career blends rigorous academic training with practical, on-the-ground expertise, allowing him to offer innovative solutions and thought leadership.
Driven by a commitment to impact, Dr. Khartey founded and serves as the Consulting Executive Director of the Centre for Environmental Sustainability, Marine and Maritime Affairs (CESMMA), a forward-looking think tank dedicated to advancing sustainability, climate-resilient maritime infrastructure, marine environmental law, and integrated ocean governance.
He also serves as Sustainability Lead at Global Afrisino and a Consultant on Climate Change and sustainability for the Africa Women and Children Conference (AFRIWOCC), where he provides strategic insights on sustainability and inclusive climate action. In Ghana, Dr. Khartey contributed to shaping the Implementation Plan of the National Integrated Maritime Strategy (NIMS), that also looked at Ghana’s blue economy potential. He has also worked with the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) of Ghana where he advised on sustainability and corporate governance as Manager in the Office of the Director General.
At his core, Dr. Khartey is not only a scholar and practitioner but a changemaker whose work is inspired by a vision to build systems that outlive him, systems that protect the oceans, strengthen governance and enhance sustainability.
Dr. Khartey holds a PhD in Law of the Sea from Xiamen University, China and, a Masters in International Relations from the same University, a Bachelor’s in Political Science with Chinese from the University of Ghana, and a professional certificate in Data Science and Machine Learning from MIT. He is currently pursuing an Executive MBA at the Africa Leadership University (Rwanda), reflecting his continuous drive to sharpen his leadership and strategic management skills.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
Breakout Room - Dodori
George Njenga
Ocean Artist Tetra G Foundation for Art & Earth
George Njenga
Ocean Artist Tetra G Foundation for Art & Earth
About the Speaker
George Njenga is a visual artist, environmental innovator, and Founder of the Tetra G Foundation for Art & Earth. He creates large-scale artworks using waste materials to drive community engagement and promote sustainability. His flagship project, ArtCycle, transforms plastic bottle tops into public murals celebrating African heroes, culture, and environmental themes. George has collaborated with children’s homes, tech hubs, and local communities to create eco-art that educates and inspires. His work fuses traditional artistry with modern waste challenges to advocate for a greener, more creative Africa.
Jeremy Riro
Managing Partner Fie-Consult / African Federation of Business Angels Networks (AFBAN) Treasurer
Jeremy Riro
Managing Partner Fie-Consult / African Federation of Business Angels Networks (AFBAN) Treasurer
About the Speaker
Distinguished scholar of entrepreneurship, with a particular interest in the nexus around entrepreneurship, economic development & structural transformation in Africa.
As a financial analyst and strategy consultant, Jeremy supports businesses to raise capital, optimize their capital structures, and manage business cash flows. He also supports entrepreneurs to develop & implement sustainable business growth plans and set up innovative business processes & systems to formalize their operations, improve efficiency, and maximize business profits.
Jeremy is the Managing Partner at Fie-Consult, a transaction advisory and strategy consulting firm with offices in Nairobi & Kigali, and supporting clients across 12 countries across Africa. He is also the Founder and Innovations Lead at Fie-Labs Innovation Hub in Kisii, Kenya. Fie-Labs identifies, incubates, showcases, and scales innovative solutions that tackle pressing social-economic challenges within our communities.
Jeremy holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree (Finance Major), is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) of Kenya, and is currently a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) candidate at the CFA Institute.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
10:20 AM - 10:30 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Austin Makwaia Makani
Founder-CEO AMM Investment, Tanzania
Austin Makwaia Makani
Founder-CEO AMM Investment, Tanzania
About the Speaker
An inspirational speaker, Coach, Mentor, and independent consultant in the fields of communications, project management, government relations, as well as investment relations. He has gathered experience of close to 18 years working for large and small companies and organizations with local and global touch, regional organizations, the United Nations, banking, telecommunications, and media at managerial levels.
In 2013, he was appointed by the Ministry of Tourism in Nepal as an Honorary Public Relations Representative. While working for the UN agency responsible for Refugees in Tanzania (UNHCR), he was appointed among the Panel of Jurors in the Art of Peace Contest. Austin currently hosts a weekly television show called The Monday Agenda with Capital Television.
He holds a Master’s of Science Degree in Marketing Management and a Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development. He is fluent in written and spoken English and Kiswahili and speaks basic French.
Michael Onyango
CEO Forgotten Bottomillions 4BM
Michael Onyango
CEO Forgotten Bottomillions 4BM
About the Speaker
Agenda Setter at The 4gotten Bottomillions (4BM), overseeing the largest and most trusted social network of WhatsApp Groups in Kenya, reaching over 500K people weekly. 4BM shares verified socioeconomic opportunities for free, such as scholarships, training, fellowships, grants, internships, funding, and jobs. The mission is to ensure that Africa's economic agenda now and in the future is owned, in the hands, and leadership of Africans.
Mr. Onyango has over 25 years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, policy and ICT, government relations, and crisis communication. Having worked with various clients, ranging from the public/private sector, governments, and NGOs, mostly in Africa and occasionally in other global regions, leading and supporting key regional and country initiatives, such as the AfricaCDC - African Union, the United Nations-SDG Innovation Lab in Kenya, and the Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence Taskforce for the Ministry of ICT, Government of Kenya.
Mr Onyango is passionate about frontier technologies and their potential to transform the future of work. Currently an Advisory Board Member at Swahilipot Hub and a Member of the Board of Advisors at Africa Blockchain Institute, and also on the board of Global Communities.
John Kashangaki
Executive Director Mombasa Economic Development and Investment Council (EDIC)
John Kashangaki
Executive Director Mombasa Economic Development and Investment Council (EDIC)
About the Speaker
John Kashangaki is a seasoned development professional with over 20 years of experience in consulting and managing large-scale private sector development programmes valued between USD 5 million and 50 million. He has led initiatives funded by organisations such as IFAD, USAID, AGRA, and the British High Commission, demonstrating strong leadership and team management capabilities across diverse contexts.
He currently leads a multidisciplinary team through the Global Development Incubator to establish the Economic Development and Investment Corporation (EDIC) in Mombasa, an innovative initiative aimed at catalyzing inclusive economic growth and investment. Previously, he served as Team Leader of the Sustainable Urban Economic Development Programme (SUED), a £70 million initiative funded by the British High Commission to attract over USD 100 million in investment across 10 fast-growing municipalities in Kenya.
Earlier in his career, John was the Founder and Managing Director of Strategic Business Advisors (SBA) Africa, where for over 13 years he successfully grew the firm to deliver more than 50 projects across the East African region, employing over 50 consultants and researchers in finance and enterprise development.
John has worked in over 15 countries across Africa as well as in the United States, bringing a depth of regional experience and a strategic perspective on inclusive economic transformation.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Sailfish
Edwin Mwashinga
Programme Officer UNESCO-IOC’s Sub-Commission for Africa
Edwin Mwashinga
Programme Officer UNESCO-IOC’s Sub-Commission for Africa
About the Speaker
Edwin Mwashinga is a Programme Officer with UNESCO-IOC’s Sub-Commission for Africa and the Adjacent Island States (IOCAFRICA), serving as the focal point for the Ocean Decade in the region. He coordinates the African Ocean Decade Taskforce and supports implementation of the Ocean Decade Africa Roadmap.
He also spearheads IOCAFRICA’s work on climate-change adaptation in coastal zones, capacity development and ocean literacy. With years of experience in marine conservation and sustainable ocean management, Edwin is passionate about advancing inclusive ocean action for the prosperity of people and the planet.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Sailfish
1000 Ocean Startups & Great Blue Wall Ecosystem Dialogue: Testing the Waters on Investable Seascapes
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Kevin Lunzalu
Marine Project Officer East African Wildlife Society
Kevin Lunzalu
Marine Project Officer East African Wildlife Society
About the Speaker
Kevin Lunzalu is a marine ecologist, pan-African movement builder, and lover of sea turtles. He gives attention to transformative frameworks that break systemic barriers and community spaces that foster reconciliation, within and without. He is currently the Marine Project Officer at the East African Wildlife Society. In the past, Kevin , co-founder of the Kenyan Youth Biodiversity Network, and has also served on the global steering committees of the Global Youth Biodiversity Network and CoalitionWILD. Lunzalu takes interest in co-designing and fostering inclusive, equitable, and just marine conservation frameworks that significantly and sustainably address urgent and foreseen needs of nature and society.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Sailfish
Mercy Mukulu
Country Director Westerwelle Foundation Kenya
Mercy Mukulu
Country Director Westerwelle Foundation Kenya
About the Speaker
Mercy Mukulu is a builder of ecosystems, a convener of partnerships, and a champion of innovation at the intersection of entrepreneurship and sustainable development. As Country Director of Westerwelle Foundation Kenya, she leads transformative programs that equip startups and small businesses with the tools, capital, and networks they need to thrive from the heart of Nairobi to Kenya’s dynamic.
Her career has been shaped by a deep belief in the power of local enterprises to solve global challenges. Whether nurturing early-stage ventures, designing innovation hubs, or brokering partnerships between governments, private sector, and civil society, Mercy brings a blend of strategic clarity and community-rooted insight.
She is especially passionate about the promise of the Blue and Green Economies where ocean health meets opportunity. Her work along the coast is helping to unlock sustainable livelihoods that protect marine ecosystems while powering economic inclusion.
At her core, Mercy is committed to reimagining how development is done: grounded in dignity, driven by data, and sustained through trust. Her work invites collaborators who are ready to invest not just in programs, but in long-term change
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Wangari Theuri
Senior Program Manager BlueBiz Program, TechnoServe
Wangari Theuri
Senior Program Manager BlueBiz Program, TechnoServe
About the Speaker
Wangari Theuri is a dedicated and results-oriented Senior Program Manager at BlueBiz, a program under TechnoServe Kenya, with a robust background in enterprise development, business advisory, and sustainable economic growth within the blue economy sector. Her career is marked by a commitment to supporting youth and women-led businesses, fostering climate-smart startups, and facilitating MSMEs' access to financing and grants. Wangari's passion lies in empowering entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary skills and resources to scale their businesses and create lasting impact.
Wangari has deep expertise in seaweed value chains, sustainable entrepreneurship, and AI-driven business solutions. She has played a key role in organizing and preparing SMEs for pitching competitions, such as Climate LaunchPad and What Design Can Do, helping businesses refine their strategies and secure critical funding. Her work extends to facilitating investment opportunities, developing climate-smart business models, and supporting enterprises that promote environmental sustainability.
Prior to her tenure at TechnoServe, Wangari contributed her expertise to organizations such as the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) and the Yunus Environment Hub, where she played a pivotal role in promoting environmental sustainability and innovative climate solutions. Her dedication to environmental causes is further exemplified by her participation in the Triggering Exponential Climate Action (TECA) Fellowship by BFA Global, where she collaborated with like-minded professionals to drive climate action initiatives.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Mati Munuve
Partner Clyde & Co
Mati Munuve
Partner Clyde & Co
About the Speaker
Mati is a partner at Clyde & Co Kenya and is based in the Nairobi office. He heads the Corporate & Commercial practice including Banking & Finance and Mergers & Acquisitions.
Mati frequently advises both family offices and institutional investors in cross border transactions and on regulatory considerations in the region.
He has strong expertise in helping investors across various sectors navigate the risks and complexities of investing and operating in sub-Saharan Africa.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Peter Green
Seaweed & Blue Carbon Adviser, Projects Manager Hatch Blue
Peter Green
Seaweed & Blue Carbon Adviser, Projects Manager Hatch Blue
About the Speaker
Peter Green is the regenerative oceans project manager and advisor at the investment and innovation company Hatch Blue. He specializes in guiding investors on seaweed and blue carbon opportunities and has developed key initiatives like The World Bank’s "Global Seaweed New and Emerging Markets Report 2023" and the Blue Carbon Innovation Studio by Hatch Blue.
With a degree in Biochemistry and a background in algae-based biomanufacturing, Peter has spent years supporting and building start-ups in the blue economy and regularly provides market insights to thousands of investors, buyers, technologists, operators, and academics through his content.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Sailfish
Savio Wambugu
Chairperson Association of Countrywide Hubs / Board Member ICT Authority Kenya (ICTA)
Savio Wambugu
Chairperson Association of Countrywide Hubs / Board Member ICT Authority Kenya (ICTA)
About the Speaker
A current Director at ICT Authority Kenya, Savio Wambugu, is an accomplished software engineer with over a decade of experience in driving technological innovation. He serves as the President of the Association of Countrywide Innovation Hubs (ACIH), a network of over 156 hubs across Kenya dedicated to fostering innovation.
Savio is the founder of Mt Kenya Innovation Hub, which promotes emerging technologies in various sectors, and the co-founder of Mkulima Bora, a leading agribusiness platform in Africa.
In addition, Savio holds the position of Head of Innovations and Research & Development at the Kenya Footballers Welfare Association (the players' union) and acts as a technology consultant with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA).
Savio has earned several prestigious accolades, including the Global Emerging Leaders Award (2022), the IPA Innovations Award – 4th in Africa, and Best Innovation Award (Mkulima Bora) at AITEC East Africa.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Dodori
Victor Otieno
Managing Director Viffa Consult Limited
Victor Otieno
Managing Director Viffa Consult Limited
About the Speaker
Victor Otieno MBA (Entrepreneurship), BCOM, CPA (K) is the Managing Director of Viffa Consult , Chairperson Data governance and infrastructure Community of Practice (COP) under The Kenya Space Agency, former County Chief Officer in Charge of Digital economy and startups in Nairobi City County and former Policy advisor to the Association of startup and SME enablers of Kenya (ASSEK) board.
At Viffa Victor Leads in conducting in-depth research on issues affecting Kenyan SMEs and Startups, analyzing existing policies and propose evidence-based recommendations to improve the business environment for SMEs and Startups, engage with government, private sector, and CSOs to advocate for policy reforms and initiatives that support SME and Startup growth and disseminating research findings, policy recommendations, and best practices through publications, mainstream media and online platforms among others.
Victor is deeply passionate about the African Entrepreneur and has worked with over 500 organizations in over 5 African countries in East and Southern Africa.
Victor has worked with over 500 organizations in Africa and globally.; AUDA-NEPAD, Ministry of EAC and Regional Development Department of Business Reforms and Transformation-Kenya , Ministry of cooperatives and MSME development, Kenya space agency, Expertise France, Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV), SNV Kenya, GIZ, UK Tech Hub-Kenya, Afrilabs, Strathmore Business School (SBS), National Environmental Trust Fund (NETFUND), Kenya National Federation of Jua Kali Associations (KNFJKA) Startup entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs) including Ihub, Pangea, IbizAfrica, SOMO, Ongoza among others)
Victor has participated in SME policy discourse across the African continent such as review of Kenya’s 2020 MSE policy and development of MSME policy 2025, framework for the development of the African union guidance note on corporate governance, targeted review of Big 4 sectors spear headed by The African Peer Review Mechanism (NEPAD-APRM) , development of Common Payment Policy guidelines towards a COMESA digital payment Scheme for MSMEs , Collaboration framework between MSMEs/Jua Kali and TVET sub sector in Kenya (Key output being Recognition of prior learning {RPL) of jua kali artisans) as well leading the technical working group that developed Kenya’s Startup bill
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
Breakout Room - Dodori
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
10:05 AM - 10:20 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
David Ogiga
Director, Sote Hub East Africa Board Rep AFBAN / AFRILABS
David Ogiga
Director, Sote Hub East Africa Board Rep AFBAN / AFRILABS
About the Speaker
Co-founder and Director of Sote Hub and Convenor- Blue Economy Innovation & Investment Summit.
Sote Hub is a leading Entrepreneur Support Organisation in the Eastern African region and a strong voice in the Blue Economy. Working in both Kenya and Tanzania, Sote Hub’s mission is to grow a viable pipeline of start-ups into industry leaders. Over the years, the blue incubator has worked with and supported over 800 entrepreneurs from ideation to market, and linkage to finance.
David is a board member at Afrilabs and the Africa Federation of Business Angel Networks.
Ecosystem Roles:
- Board member @ Afrilabs representing Eastern Africa 2024/2025
- Board member @ African Federation of Business Angel Networks (AFBAN) representing Eastern Africa- 2024/2025
- Advisor to the President, Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry 2024/2026
- Founding Chair, the Association of Countrywide Innovations Hubs in Kenya (ACIH), a network of all hubs in Kenya (2019-2021)
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
1000 Ocean Startups & Great Blue Wall Ecosystem Dialogue: Testing the Waters on Investable Seascapes
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
10:05 AM - 10:20 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Day - 3 : Fri, Sep 26, 2025
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Patrik Huber
CEO & Co-Founder Mawimbi Ocean Innovations
Patrik Huber
CEO & Co-Founder Mawimbi Ocean Innovations
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Sailfish
Agnes Nyamvula
Technical Lead Joint Innovation Facility (JIF)
Agnes Nyamvula
Technical Lead Joint Innovation Facility (JIF)
About the Speaker
Agnes Nyamvula is a seasoned innovation and entrepreneurship expert with over 15 years of experience across academia, government, and the private sector. Deeply rooted in the start-up ecosystem, she has empowered entrepreneurs, innovators, and researchers through strategic support in business development, fundraising, market analysis, and more. She is passionate about leveraging entrepreneurship to foster youth employment and socio-economic growth in marginalized communities with experience across sub-Saharan Africa. Her work involves working with innovators, researchers, SMEs, industry partners bridging the finance gap whilst creating an enabling environment for growth of sustainable ventures. Currently serves as the Technical Lead for the Joint Innovation Facility (JIF) under the Africa-Europe Digital Innovation Bridge (AEDIB 2.0).
Outside her career, she enjoys cooking, traveling and exploring different cultures. She also enjoys singing and the outdoors, which brings a balance to her personal and professional life.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Anne Lawi
Managing Partner, Impact Gateway Africa Team Leader, Joint Innovation Facility, GFA
Anne Lawi
Managing Partner, Impact Gateway Africa Team Leader, Joint Innovation Facility, GFA
About the Speaker
Anne Lawi is a seasoned expert with 18 plus years of experience in strategic leadership, particularly in investment, funds design and startup deal flow management and entrepreneurship ecosystem building across Africa. Her expertise in venture building, acceleration, and incubation has been pivotal in driving the growth and success of thousands of startups on the continent.
Has Extensive expertise on:
- Startup impact investment
- Fund design
- Startup investment dealflow management
- Due Diligence
- Innovation ecosystem building in Africa
- Organization Development, Business Strategy Development and Implementation, Leadership Development, Entrepreneurship Development
- Facilitated investment of 100 Africa impact driven startups
- Facilitated investment impact investment to a tune of $20M
Brizan Were
Co-Founder Value Villages Fish and Leather Ltd
Brizan Were
Co-Founder Value Villages Fish and Leather Ltd
About the Speaker
Brizan Were is the Co-Founder of Value Villages Fish and Leather Ltd, a social innovation initiative at Lake Turkana that strengthens the full fish value chain while driving sustainable community empowerment.
He is also the Co-Founder of Startup Lions, a multi-award-winning digital hub revolutionizing the future of digital work in remote Africa.
With a strong passion for inclusive growth, Brizan bridges traditional livelihoods with modern opportunities, creating pathways for youth, women, and marginalized communities to thrive. His work has been recognized for fostering local innovation, sustainable blue economy practices, and digital transformation, positioning him as a voice in shaping resilient livelihoods in remote regions.
Chris Maara
Founder & CEO Kiri EV
Chris Maara
Founder & CEO Kiri EV
About the Speaker
Chris Maara is an entrepreneur and renewable energy advocate, and the Founder & CEO of Kiri EV, an electric mobility company based in Nairobi, Kenya. His mission is to make clean energy more affordable for the mobility sector, improving livelihoods while accelerating sustainable development and boosting local manufacturing.
By promoting electric vehicles—particularly electric motorcycles suited for densely populated cities—Chris is driving the adoption of environmentally friendly transportation that benefits both people and the planet.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
David Saunders
Director of Strategy and Growth Briter Bridges
David Saunders
Director of Strategy and Growth Briter Bridges
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Dr Imogen Napper
Regional Blue Science and Business Innovation Manager IUCN’s Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO)
Dr Imogen Napper
Regional Blue Science and Business Innovation Manager IUCN’s Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO)
About the Speaker
Dr Imogen Napper is the Regional Blue Science and Business Innovation Manager at IUCN’s Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO). She draws on more than ten years of academic research to drive science and innovation in the region. Her work centres on producing evidence, shaping policy, and scaling practical solutions for oceans and communities.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Dr. Ivan Williams Jimenez
Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health)
Dr. Ivan Williams Jimenez
Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health)
About the Speaker
Dr. Ivan Williams Jimenez is the Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager at IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health). He specializes in occupational safety and health (OSH), corporate governance, and sustainability, with a strong focus on international labour standards and social responsibility.
Ivan has over 15 years of experience in policy, advocacy, and research, contributing to global debates on workplace safety, climate change impacts, and human rights. He regularly represents IOSH in international forums, including UN and EU initiatives, and writes extensively on OSH, workplace mental health, and the future of work.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Dodori
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Manta Ray
Dr. Jacqueline Uku
Senior Research Scientist Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)
Dr. Jacqueline Uku
Senior Research Scientist Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)
About the Speaker
Dr. Jacqueline Uku is a seagrass scientist based at the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) in Mombasa, Kenya and is currently leading the National Marine Spatial Planning process for Kenya.
Her extensive leadership roles include serving as the recent past President of WIOMSA, former Chair of the Africa Ocean Decade Task Force, and Co-chair of the Editorial Board for the development of the 3rd Edition of the Global Ocean Science Report under IOC-UNESCO. Dr. Uku is also a Lead Expert under the High-Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy and a recipient of the NK Panniker Award for capacity building from the IOC-UNESCO General Assembly. She is an alumnus of the Women for the Environment (We Africa) Leaders Programme.
Seagrasses have been central to Dr. Uku's journey, which she has leveraged to teach and guide youth in scientific research pathways. As a member of the Ocean Literacy Group of Experts under UNESCO, she continues to advocate for greater ocean awareness in Kenya.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Boni
Esnas Tsindoli
youth leader and climate change advocate
Esnas Tsindoli
youth leader and climate change advocate
About the Speaker
Esnas is a passionate youth leader and climate change advocate, committed to creating sustainable change in her community. She is a proud member of the Youth Advisory Council, where she amplifies youth voices and drives action on environmental and social issues.
Esnas is also an entrepreneur, running a vibrant business that celebrates Swahili and cultural attire and styling. Through her work, she promotes African heritage and identity with a modern flair, fusing fashion with storytelling and pride in tradition.
Beyond business, Esnas is a gifted writer, public speaker, and ardent lover of the arts. Her creative expression shines through in her community work and advocacy.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Henrik Schmidtke
Component Leader Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Henrik Schmidtke
Component Leader Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Herland Cerveaux
Managing Director OceanHub Africa
Herland Cerveaux
Managing Director OceanHub Africa
About the Speaker
Born and raised on a small island surrounded by the Indian Ocean, Herland has from a young age developed an admiration for the ocean. Over the past 10 years, he has applied his expertise in development economics and passion for facilitating partnerships to the design and implementation of multi-country programs geared towards advancing the SDG agenda in African Small Island Developing States and coastal countries, both at an inter-governmental and private sector level. His avid interest in entrepreneurship has led him to join OceanHub Africa’s team, where, as Managing Director, he currently leads the operations of the first and only Pan-African business Entrepreneurial Support Organisation dedicated to supporting the deployment of innovative ocean-impact solutions across the continent. Herland is one of the 2 only non-scientist members of the African and Adjacent Island States UN Ocean Decade Taskforce determined to unlock science to solutions opportunities in the Blue Economy.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
1000 Ocean Startups & Great Blue Wall Ecosystem Dialogue: Testing the Waters on Investable Seascapes
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Hope Mwanake
Co-Founder InspCorp
Hope Mwanake
Co-Founder InspCorp
About the Speaker
Hope Mwanake is a passionate Environmental Scientist, consultant, and award-winning entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience at the intersection of scientific research, green innovation, and sustainable development. She holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Science from UNESCO-IHE, Netherlands, and is currently completing her PhD in Hydrology and Water Quality at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU), Vienna. She has won several awards in recognition of her contributions to innovation and community empowerment.
Hope is the co-founder of InspCorp, a research-based technology transfer startup led by engineers and environmental specialists committed to advancing transformative technologies in energy, food security, and conservation. At InspCorp, she leads water quality and environmental projects, including FreshRain, a solar-powered rainwater harvesting and purification system designed to address both scarcity and quality challenges as well as reliance to traditional water resources. She also drives women-centered livelihood and climate resilience initiatives, training rural women in coastal Kenya to build sustainable water enterprises.
Her work bridges science, policy, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on climate resilience, gender equity, and poverty reduction. As a mentor and speaker, she has addressed global audiences at World Water Week in Stockholm and the European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly in Vienna. Hope thrives at the nexus of research, innovation, and policy impact, committed to delivering equitable, sustainable solutions that empower communities while preserving ecosystems.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Jane Shuma
Project Lead for the Faith4Restoration Project WWF Tanzania
Jane Shuma
Project Lead for the Faith4Restoration Project WWF Tanzania
About the Speaker
Jane Shuma is the Project Lead for the Faith4Restoration Project at WWF Tanzania, Arusha Office. She also serves as a social science coordinator and gender expert for the Northern Tanzania landscape. She works with faith leaders, communities, and government authorities to integrate faith-based approaches into rangeland restoration, climate resilience, and sustainable land management.
Her work focuses on promoting inclusive governance, empowering women and youth, supporting sustainable pastoral and agricultural practices, and facilitating policy dialogue for equitable natural resource management. She also provides expertise in gender integration, social safeguards, behavior change interventions, and socio-economic research under the SOKNOT-UNGANISHA transboundary program.
Before joining WWF in November 2023, Jane worked as a Behavior Change Manager at TRAFFIC East Africa Office (the wildlife trade monitoring network) under the USAID-CONNECT project.
Over her 15 years of experience, she has worked with various donor-funded organizations in Tanzania in communications, advocacy, and project management, particularly in reproductive health, HIV and AIDS, and the health rights of children, adolescents, and women.
Jane is a lawyer and social scientist by training, holding an MA in Development Studies from the Netherlands and an LLB from Australia. She is also a certified director with the Institute of Directors in Tanzania (IoDT).
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Boni
Johan Byskov Svendsen
Head of Program: Catalyze Ecosystem Transition Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
Johan Byskov Svendsen
Head of Program: Catalyze Ecosystem Transition Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
About the Speaker
Johan Byskov Svendsen is the Head of Program: Catalyze Ecosystem Transition at the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping. He leads the Center’s work on green shipping corridors, building global partnerships to scale the use of zero-carbon fuels in maritime transport across regions including Namibia, Chile, Rotterdam–Singapore, Northern Europe, the US, South Korea, and Australia.
With more than 20 years of experience in the oil and gas sector, Johan previously drove Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) development in Denmark, advancing it from research to a key national climate solution. His background includes asset management and international exploration projects, particularly in the North Sea.
Johan holds a BSc in Geology and a PhD in Geochemistry and Statistics. A regular speaker at global climate forums, he emphasizes collaboration and public funding as essential to bridging the cost gap between fossil and alternative fuels.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Dodori
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Manta Ray
Jorgs Mbugua
CEO Ebikes Africa
Jorgs Mbugua
CEO Ebikes Africa
About the Speaker
Jorgs Mbugua is CEO at Ebikes Africa, a Kenyan company that is enabling the distribution and financing of electric two wheelers through AI-driven fleet management systems that help businesses scale without the hassle of buying bikes & managing riders.
Over the last two years, the team at Ebikes Africa have developed and deployed over 100 electric bicycles across Kenya, grown a last mile delivery fleet of 50 riders across Nairobi that serve companies like Pizza Inn, Goodlife Pharmacy, Artcaffe & Bolt Food and developed battery swap lockers, electric wheelchairs, electric trikes, electric cargo bikes and AI fleet management solutions that are all aimed at increasing access to mobility, logistics and opportunities for people and businesses across Africa.
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Judy Njino
Executive Director Global Compact Network Kenya
Judy Njino
Executive Director Global Compact Network Kenya
About the Speaker
Judy Njino is the Executive Director of the Global Compact Network Kenya, a role she has held since April 2013. She provides strategic leadership to promote responsible business practices aligned with the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and the Sustainable Development Goals. Supporting over 1,000 companies, Judy has successfully driven the integration of sustainability into business strategies and operations across Kenya’s private sector.
Under her leadership, the Network has become a leading platform for mobilizing business action toward sustainable and inclusive growth. She also manages strategic partnerships with government, the private sector, UN agencies, and donors.
Previously, Judy led the Responsible Business Programme at Ufadhili Trust and worked with Samaritan’s Purse on community water and sanitation projects. She holds a Master’s in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi and a BA in Counseling Psychology and Community Development from Daystar University. Judy is also a national expert on ISO 26000.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Dodori
Lucretia Chopera
Deal Flow Manager Katapult Ocean - Africa
Lucretia Chopera
Deal Flow Manager Katapult Ocean - Africa
About the Speaker
Lucretia (Lu) Chopera is a seasoned venture capital executive with over 20 years of experience advancing high-impact investments and accelerator programs across Southern and East Africa. As Africa Deal Flow Manager at Katapult Ocean, she leads efforts to scale ocean-impact ventures, drawing on her deep expertise in deal origination, growth strategy, and portfolio management.
Lu has overseen more than 100 investments and successfully exited ventures across diverse sectors. Her strategic leadership at firms such as Knife Capital, E Squared Investments, and the USAID-backed Southern Africa Enterprise Development Fund has made her a sought-after advisor to early-stage and growth-stage startups across the continent.
Lu holds a Bsc. Honors in Economics Degree, attended Wits Business School for her MBA studies, with additional executive education from Oxford’s Saïd Business School and the IFC ScaleX program. Based in Cape Town, she maintains a broad international network and actively mentors emerging founders across African continent.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Aligning capital impact and opportunity – Dialogue Between Finance Providers and Blue Entrepreneurs.
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Naftal Nyabuto
Group CEO mZawadi Group Ltd
Naftal Nyabuto
Group CEO mZawadi Group Ltd
About the Speaker
With over 17 years of diverse professional experience, Currently as a Group CEO of mZawadi group ,I have spearheaded initiatives across leading technology firms, international charity programs, and academia. I have worked as a consultant in leading international projects ranging from IFAD,EU,UNEP.USAID among others and led projects in those fields in Africa. I have led technology companies and consulted for various technology initiatives in Kenya.
My career is distinguished by a track record of innovation, having developed and received awards for pioneering technologies in Kenya and the USA within fields such as AI, Blockchain, Fintech, IOT and CRM systems. Among my notable innovations are mZawadi loyalty, Nyumba Mkononi (ShelterTech/PropTech) , Haba Haba, Ezawadi, Wakili AI, Sokopesa, SokoJumla and Coupokenya .
I have developed the first open source innovation hub (Shoshin Hub) focused on AgriTech ,ClimateTech and BlueTech with notable innovations using AI and IOT to transform Climate , Smart cities and Agriculture sectors .
I consult for various institutions and projects across different industries both Non-profit anf for Profit and notably I have been recognized for my contribution at streamlining Route-to Market in the FMCG industry with solutions that are currently being rolled out In East Africa with notable multi-nationals currently using them.
As a seasoned entrepreneur, I have successfully built and scaled companies predominantly through bootstrapping. I am an established thought leader in various industries, frequently speaking at conferences worldwide and contributing strategic insights as the author of one of the best seller book "Spider Web Strategy" and numerous scholarly papers on finance, climate change, and technology.
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Computer science , a Master’s degree, a Postgraduate diploma, and certifications in Project Management. Currently, and a Doctorate in Management. e strategic guidance and insights as a member of your advisory board
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Dodori
Olive Mumbo
Country Lead Ocean Centres Kenya
Olive Mumbo
Country Lead Ocean Centres Kenya
About the Speaker
Olive Mumbo is a dynamic leader driving Kenya’s vision for a sustainable and inclusive blue economy. As Country Project Manager at the Ocean Centre—hosted by Global Compact Network Kenya under the UN Global Compact Ocean Centres and Lloyd’s Register Foundation—she is leading efforts to shape national ocean economy strategies.
Following Kenya’s selection in June 2025 as one of seven global hosts for a UN-backed Ocean Centre, Olive is spearheading the launch of the Mombasa-based hub. She leads thematic work on coastal resilience, worker safety, community engagement, and skills development.
Olive holds a Master’s in European Law, Human Rights and Democracy from the University of Padua, a Bachelor of Laws from Strathmore University and is a licensed to practice Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
Her work unites stakeholders across sectors to promote offshore wind, sustainable aquaculture, and decent work. Olive champions ocean governance rooted in science, equity, and community-led innovation.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Dodori
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (EAT)
Manta Ray
Patrick Nyoike
Head of Blue Economy Equity Group Holdings PLC
Patrick Nyoike
Head of Blue Economy Equity Group Holdings PLC
About the Speaker
Patrick has over 25 years in strategy execution and financial management in both public and private sectors. He has previously worked with Kenya Ports Authority, Unga Group and DHL logistics. His main areas of expertise are Blue Economy finance, Ocean Governance, and Sustainable Finance , Public Finance, Credit Management and Business Coaching. Patrick holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree (BCOM) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) both from the University of Nairobi. He is also a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA (K)), A Certified Business Coach Consultant (CBC) and Certified Professional Mediator (CPM).
Patrick is currently the Head of Blue Economy in Equity Group Holdings PLC with a key role of driving livelihood transformation through financial inclusion, investment and financing in the Blue Economy sectors. His responsibility spans across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan and Democratic Republic of Congo.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Susan Wanjiku W.
Innovation & Investment Fund Manager for Project Spark GIZ
Susan Wanjiku W.
Innovation & Investment Fund Manager for Project Spark GIZ
About the Speaker
Susan Wanjiku W. is the Innovation and Investment Fund Manager for Project Spark at GIZ, where she spearheads innovative financing solutions aimed at fostering sustainable development in emerging markets. With extensive experience in finance and project management, Susan is dedicated to designing investment strategies that promote inclusive economic growth and social impact.
In her role, she manages the Innovation and Investment Fund, collaborates with diverse stakeholders, and provides capacity-building support to project implementers. Susan is committed to monitoring the impacts of funded projects, ensuring effective resource utilization, and leveraging partnerships to create lasting change in the communities served by GIZ.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Will Gertler
Co-Founder & CEO Kumbatia Seafood
Will Gertler
Co-Founder & CEO Kumbatia Seafood
About the Speaker
Will Gertler is the CEO and Co-Founder of Kumbatia, an exporter that exclusively sources 100% traceable, hook-and-line seafood from East Africa's artisanal fishing communities.
Will was formerly a development consultant working with small-scale farmers in East Africa and the head of Business Development at American Unagi, the United States’ only RAS producer of eels for the global sushi industry.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Albert Mwamburi
Economist at the Jumuiya Ya Kaunti Za Pwani (JKP) Secretariat Jumuiya Ya Kaunti Za Pwani
Albert Mwamburi
Economist at the Jumuiya Ya Kaunti Za Pwani (JKP) Secretariat Jumuiya Ya Kaunti Za Pwani
About the Speaker
Albert Mwamburi is an economist with over 7 years of experience in scaling sustainable solutions for Blue Economy value chains. Currently, he serves as an Economist at the Jumuiya Ya Kaunti Za Pwani (JKP) Secretariat and Programs Manager & Consultant Economist at the Blue Economy Support Center. He has extensive expertise in economic development, investment advisory, and MSME capacity building, he specializes in driving public-private partnerships, policy development, and sustainable enterprise growth.
Having worked extensively across Kenya’s coastal region, he has a proven track record of collaborating with private investors, and NGOs to design and implement high-impact projects that foster inclusive growth. His work is focused on creating sustainable, scalable solutions within the Blue Economy to improve livelihoods, promote sustainable fisheries, and enhance marine resource management. He is dedicated to unlocking the potential of the Blue Economy for long-term economic prosperity.
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 1 : Wed, Sep 24, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Pride Inn Paradise - Eco Ballroom Hall
Barkha Mossaë
Regenerative Blue Economy Manager International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Barkha Mossaë
Regenerative Blue Economy Manager International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Sessions by Speaker
1000 Ocean Startups & Great Blue Wall Ecosystem Dialogue: Testing the Waters on Investable Seascapes
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Catherine Masolia
Managing Director Somo
Catherine Masolia
Managing Director Somo
About the Speaker
Catherine is a lifelong learner, problem solver, and tech enthusiast with over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship, auditing, and tech. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) and a Stanford Certified Advanced Project Manager.
Catherine is passionate about empowering African youth and women to scale their businesses and is committed to contributing toward climate change adaptation and mitigation by accelerating the transition to more circular and sustainable business models.
With a knack for building meaningful connections and an insatiable drive to help others maximise their potential, she knows how to guide, train and be a thought partner to high-potential individuals and businesses.
Catherine is trained in international standards on Audit and international public sector accounting standards(IPSAS).
Sessions by Speaker
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Boni
Denise Nicolau
Coastal and Ocean Ecosystems Regional Manager IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa
Denise Nicolau
Coastal and Ocean Ecosystems Regional Manager IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa
Sessions by Speaker
1000 Ocean Startups & Great Blue Wall Ecosystem Dialogue: Testing the Waters on Investable Seascapes
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Dorine Nalo
Head of Programmes Stanbic Kenya Foundation
Dorine Nalo
Head of Programmes Stanbic Kenya Foundation
Sessions by Speaker
1000 Ocean Startups & Great Blue Wall Ecosystem Dialogue: Testing the Waters on Investable Seascapes
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba
Ishraq Osman
Community Lead 1000 Ocean Startups
Ishraq Osman
Community Lead 1000 Ocean Startups
Sessions by Speaker
1000 Ocean Startups & Great Blue Wall Ecosystem Dialogue: Testing the Waters on Investable Seascapes
Day - 2 : Thu, Sep 25, 2025
02:30 PM - 04:30 PM (EAT)
Breakout Room - Shimba