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Our Story

Who We Are

Elevate Africa is a Pan-African platform shaping narratives, nurturing leadership, and connecting people and opportunities for lasting impact. Founded by His Royal Majesty, Ògíamẹ̀ Atúwàtse III, CFR, the 21st Olu of Warri, and Her Royal Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, it advances African-led solutions through leadership development, cultural preservation, community, trade, and media.

Our Mission

To spotlight and empower a new generation of African leaders and indigenous solutions for shared African issues, enhancing collaboration within and beyond the continent to drive socioeconomic advancement and narrative transformation.

Our Vision

To elevate Africa's self-image and global perception, fostering a dignified and collaborative Africa that stands proud on the global stage.

How we work

One purpose. Many ways to create change.

Nurture leadership

Develop and connect African leaders through Fellowship, executive learning, Convening, and Global Ambassadors.

Celebrate culture & stories

Preserve living heritage and amplify African voices through Threads of Africa and Media.

Build community & opportunity

Turn relationships into sustained contribution through Connect, Women Allying Women, and the Trade Desk.

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Our Values

Community-Focused

Agile

Authentic

Purposeful

Integrity

Excellence

Founders

His Majesty, Ògíamẹ̀ Atúwàtse III, CFR

His Majesty, Ògíamẹ̀ Atúwàtse III, CFR

The 21st Olu of Warri

Her Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III

Her Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III

Queen Consort of Warri Kingdom

Our Team

Rex Idaminabo, FRSA

Dr. Rex Idaminabo, FRSA

Chief Partnership Officer

Joy Godwin

Joy Godwin

Programmes Manager

Ejura Okpanachi

Ejura Okpanachi

Project Lead

Princess-Iman Sado

Princess-Iman Sado

Project Lead

Bidemi Alao

Bidemi Alao

Project Lead

Freida Egbuna

Freida Egbuna

Project Lead

Blessing-Eni Igrubia

Blessing-Eni Igrubia

Media and Communications Officer

Yadel Osemedua

Yadel Osemedua

Creative Media Producer

Caleb Faleti

Caleb Faleti

Creative Strategist

Joshua Esan

Joshua Esan

Tech and Innovation Lead