DR. DANISA BALOYI Test
Advisory Board Member (EXECUTIVE CHAIRPERSON )
Dr Danisa E. Baloyi is a prominent South African business executive, strategist, and advocate for economic transformation and black economic empowerment (BEE). With decades of experience across public and private sectors, she has played a leading role in shaping South African business frameworks.1. Executive Leadership & Current RolesDr Baloyi acts as a key figure in corporate governance, enterprise development, and intentional leadership across the African continent:Glow Africa Investment Holdings (GAI): She serves as the Executive Chairman of GAI, a multi-sector investment firm with commercial interests spanning petroleum, mining, transport, agriculture, technology, and strategic leadership development.Global Speaking & Advocacy: She continues to serve as an active international voice on ethical governance and inclusive economic growth. She has recently featured as a key delegate and speaker at prominent global events, including the Clevenard Global Movement events in Spain and the 2026 She. Her. Hers. Global Summit.2. Historical Career MilestonesThroughout her career, Dr Baloyi has been appointed to high-profile boards and institutional leadership structures in South Africa:Black Business Council (BBC): She is the former President of the BBC, a major lobby group advocating for black-led economic transformation and economic inclusivity.Board Memberships: Over the years, her extensive board career has included serving as a non-executive director for Absa Group Limited and Absa Bank Limited, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), SA Tourism (as deputy chair), Medikredit, and state-owned entities such as Denel and the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC).Institutional Governance: She previously chaired the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), the National Skills Authority, and the Diabo Share Trust for Telkom employees.
DR. JOSEPH DOGROU GRAH
Advisory Board Member(CEO)
Dr. JOSEPH DOGROU GRAH is an Ivorian economic-diplomacy expert, academic, and development strategist with over 20 years of international experience. He holds a PhD in International Relations and Diplomacy, serves as an ambassador for the African Tourism Board (ATB) in Côte d'Ivoire, Founder of the South Africa-Côte d’Ivoire Cooperation Board (SACICB) and works in business development, education and medical research. Specialized in international relations, governance, and conflict management, with extensive field experience including work with the United Nations in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Co-founded the Université Ephrata and the Institut National Supérieur des Sciences de l’Agriculture et de l’Alimentation (INSSA-AL Ephrata) in Côte d’Ivoire. He serves as the current C.E.O of GRAADE LEGACY GROUP Pty Ltd in South Africa.
HON. SOULEYMANE SOULAMA
Advisory Board Member
Hon. Souleymane Soulama is a prominent political figure from Burkina Faso who previously served as the country's Minister of Transport, Urban Mobility, and Road Safety, engaging in regional infrastructure initiatives like the Ghana-Burkina Faso railway project.
January 2016 – February 2018: Minister of Transport, Urban Mobility, and Road Safety (Burkina Faso)
2006 – March 2013: Mayor of the urban commune of Banfora (capital of Comoé Province and the Cascades Region, Burkina Faso).
Represented Burkina Faso in international bodies (ICAO, WAEMU, ECOWAS, ASECNA, African Union, EU, UN, etc.) regarding air, maritime, and land transport, as well as urban mobility and road safety.
Revitalization of decentralized cooperation.
Leadership and implementation of major development projects. Represented Burkina Faso in meteorological bodies (WMO, COP 22 & 23, etc.).
Led large-scale national projects such as: Modernization and security of transport documents (driver's licenses, vehicle registration documents, license plates, etc.) Railway interconnection (Burkina Faso–Ghana) Railway Loop project interconnection (Abidjan–Ouagadougou–Niamey–Cotonou) Railway rehabilitation (Kaya–Ouagadougou–Abidjan) Port Sudan project (Bobo-Dioulasso–Sikasso–Bamako–Dakar)
Implementation of the Municipal Development Plan
MR. LAMBERT DAMETO NAYANTE
Advisory Board Member
LAMBERT DAMETO NAYANTE is an expert consultant in agribusiness. Always keen on sharing his experience with agricultural actors, from Togo and other African countries, he was an advisor of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIT) of Togo. He is also the CEO of Calafi Group, as well as an international consultant and president of the International Club of German-African Entrepreneurs. He has led several European economic missions in Togo. Currently serves as an advisor on agriculture to the Togolese government.A strong advocate and player in the energy and petroleum sector
MR. ADEBOLA ALAGBAJU
Advisory Board Member
MR. ADEBOLA OLAGBAJU is a Nigerian corporate executive and business leader. While he has a background in energy-adjacent corporate leadership such as serving as the Managing Director of Japaul Energy SA and holding executive roles at Alpha Mead Group and Corona African Development Limited. Current Chairman of Atlantic Energy Nigeria.A strong advocate for energy sustainability and security for Africa.
Japaul Energy SA: Mr Olagbaju served as the Managing Director of Japaul Energy Africa, SA (based in Cotonou, Benin Republic) from 2011 to 2015. In this role, he managed downstream operations, oil services, and energy infrastructure projects across the West African sub-region.Phoenix Petroleum SA: He serves as a Director for Phoenix Petroleum SA, advising corporate boards within the French African sub-region on commodities and downstream trade.Early Oil Services Experience: Earlier in his career, he worked with Shoreline Chemicals and Oil Services Limited as a project manager overseeing dredging, well channelisation, and sweeping operations for major multinational partners like Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC).Current Key Leadership RolesOutside of the energy sector, Mr Olagbaju holds several high-profile administrative positions:Alpha Mead Group: He is currently the Vice Chairman of the Board for Alpha Mead Group, a major real estate, total facilities management, and infrastructure development company in Nigeria. He is primarily responsible for international contracting and structuring offshore standby letters of credit (SBLCs) and bank guarantees.QuidPro Capital Limited: He serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors, anchoring more than 30 years of expertise in trade finance structuring, agricultural exports, and infrastructure investments.Corona African Development Limited: He serves as the Managing Director, focusing on
Mr. GITU NJUGUNA
Advisory Board Member
GITU NJUGUNA is an accomplished Energy Lawyer and Regulatory affairs expert with over a decade of experience at the intersection of Maritime Law, Energy Law, Oil and Gas Law, Public policy, and Legislative Drafting . Currently serving as the Assistant Director of Regulatory Affairs at the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), he is a key figure in shaping the Legal frameworks that govern Kenya’s Energy and Petroleum industries.
His career is distinguished by a unique blend of in-depth legal knowledge and practical commercial acumen. Before his current role, Gitu Njuguna served as a Legal Counsel for the Kenyan Parliamentary Service Commission, as well as the Kenya Ports Authority. This experience has given him a profound understanding of the legislative process and the intricacies of public policy, which all began at his mentoring at the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice in Kenya.
He holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Oil and Gas Law from Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Scotland and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Nairobi. He is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a member of the Law Society of Kenya and the Energy Institute.
A recognized expert in his field, he is known for his strategic thinking, ability to convert ideas into Laws and Policy that solve problems, and commitment to modernizing legal practices. He has made significant contributions to policy and legislative drafting, in Kenya. His work bridges the gap between complex legal theory and practical, impactful solutions for Kenya’s evolving Energy and Petroleum landscape.
Dr. AURELIE ROXANNE MEASSEU-ALLEGRA
Advisory Board Member
Dr. Aurelie Roxanne Measseu-Allegra is a renowned leader in the pursuit of justice, human rights, and the fight against poverty. Born in Abidjan, Côte D'Ivoire, Driven by a deep-seated passion for fairness and equality, she has dedicated her life to making a meaningful impact on the world. As the President and CEO of Africa Diaspora United, Dr. Measseu-Allegra orchestrates efforts to address pressing issues facing communities across the African diaspora. Her vision is rooted in the belief that every individual deserves access to justice, economic empowerment, and fundamental human rights. Dr. Measseu-Allegra's journey is marked by significant achievements and contributions. She earned recognition as valedictorian for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Phlebotomy from the Department of Clinical Laboratory Science at Howard University in Washington DC in 2005. Her commitment to excellence continued as she served as a member of the Maryland Land Title Association from November 2006 to October 2007. With a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Dr. Measseu-Allegra has played pivotal roles in various capacities. She served as a regional director for Astra-Zeneca and as a Special Advisor to the late President Gle Robert Guéï of Côte D'Ivoire, where her insights and expertise influenced critical decisions. Her endeavors extend beyond corporate realms, as she has also been an advocate for peace and freedom in Africa, serving as an executive board member of the African Chamber of Commerce in Dallas, TX. Education lies at the heart of Dr. Measseu-Allegra's journey. She holds a Ph.D. in Health Sciences and an Honorary Ph.D. in Business Administration from Harvest Christian University. Additionally, her commitment to spiritual care led her to become a Licensed Chaplain & Commission, allowing her to provide support and guidance to those in need.She is a big advocate for energy sustainability in Africa.
