Our Team

Our Management Team

At NEXGEN DEUTSCHE-AFRIK, our team is made up of passionate professionals, innovators, and changemakers committed to building sustainable bridges between Africa and Germany. With diverse expertise across technology, research, policy, entrepreneurship, and community development, we work collaboratively to shape initiatives that drive impact, inclusivity, and growth.

Simeon Mede

Executive Director

Ivan Dzakpasu

Climate Finance Lead

Martin Waana-Ang, Esq.

Policy Lead - Climate Justice & Renewables

Our International Board Members

The NEXGEN DEUTSCHE-AFRIK Board is comprised of experienced leaders and professionals from multiple disciplines who provide strategic direction, oversight, and governance. Their role is to ensure that our mission is effectively executed, guiding the organization towards impactful partnerships and sustainable initiatives.

Jenny Magodi

Interim Chair

Our Research Fellows

Our Research Fellows are emerging and established scholars dedicated to advancing knowledge and solutions in areas such as just transition, smart agribusiness, sustainable health, and innovation. They lead cutting-edge projects, provide evidence-based insights, and contribute to shaping strategic dialogues that inform both regional and global development agendas.

Dr. Eric Nyarko

Research Fellow - Public Health and Sustainability

Naziha Amin Gombilla Esq.

Research Fellow - Climate Justice & Green Energy