We disrupt the present and create the future by building bold new models, products, services, and businesses that can accelerate growth and improve livelihoods across Africa
In-depth understanding of local contexts, guiding the identification of relevant innovation use cases. This includes awareness of key stakeholders, varying levels of readiness.
Exclusive partnership with a procurement center based in the UAE and Europe, that can facilitate technology acquisition and installation, from original manufacturers to end users.
Access to a network of local innovation and technology experts, including in Strategy, Digital Transformation, Public Policies, Technology Transfer, Data, Change management, MOA and HCD.
In house tax and legal expertise that can ensure a secure and efficient technology transfer process (i.e., IP, data privacy, tax exoneration, regulations and policies).
Youssoupha has significant experience in market research, strategy, and innovation, consulting for governments, international organizations, and the private sector.
Papa Biram brings expertise in finance and development strategy, with a background in consulting for governments, international organizations, and the private sector.
Madia has an extensive experience in project management and consulting. Her expertise allows her to guide teams effectively and deliver high-quality results.
Victoria has extensive experience in advancing citizen movements, building multi-stakeholder coalitions, and guiding businesses towards socially innovative solutions.
Steve specializes in strategic planning, team coordination, and the implementation of IT and innovative solutions for various sectors including governments and international organizations.
Khady is an expert in public policy design, reform project management, strategic execution, and the establishment of delivery units.
Faniry is a senior consultant specializing in public health strategy, policy implementation, and health systems strengthening. She supports governments and partners in designing and delivering impactful health programs.
Mandé specializes in HCD, facilitating workshops and focusing on design that drives entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable living.
Mélody is a senior consultant specializing in change management, organizational transformation, and leadership development. She supports institutions in designing and implementing strategies that drive lasting impact.
Youssoupha
Co-founder & Partner
Youssoupha has significant experience in market research, strategy, and innovation, consulting for governments, international organizations, and the private sector.
Papa Biram
Co-founder & Partner
Papa Biram brings expertise in finance and development strategy, with a background in consulting for governments, international organizations, and the private sector.
Madia
Head Of Advisory
Madia has an extensive experience in project management and consulting. Her expertise allows her to guide teams effectively and deliver high-quality results.
Victoria
Organizational and Ecosystem Change Expert
Victoria has extensive experience in advancing citizen movements, building multi-stakeholder coalitions, and guiding businesses towards socially innovative solutions.
Steve
Project Manager in IT and Innovation
Steve specializes in strategic planning, team coordination, and the implementation of IT and innovative solutions for various sectors including governments and international organizations.
Khady
Director of GDI Delivery
Khady is an expert in public policy design, reform project management, strategic execution, and the establishment of delivery units.
Faniry
Senior Consultant
Faniry is a senior consultant specializing in public health strategy, policy implementation, and health systems strengthening. She supports governments and partners in designing and delivering impactful health programs.
Mandé
Human Centered Design (HCD) Expert
Mandé specializes in HCD, facilitating workshops and focusing on design that drives entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable living.
Mélody
Senior Consultant
Mélody is a senior consultant specializing in change management, organizational transformation, and leadership development. She supports institutions in designing and implementing strategies that drive lasting impact.
GDI is committed to harnessing innovation, driving positive change in emerging countries, and challenging conventional approaches with technology and creativity to devise sustainable solutions for intricate development issues.
Central to our mission, inclusivity involves valuing diverse viewpoints to forge holistic solutions, engaging with youth, women, disabled persons, and local communities, ensuring their voices are heard, and incorporating them into projects affecting their lives.
For us, sustainability is more than just talk; it's a core principle guiding our operations. We dedicate ourselves to developing strategies that provide immediate advantages while also securing a sustainable future for the well-being and sustainable health of the African continent.
We prioritize equity and balanced collaborations, merging varied interests for shared gains among benefactors, governments, and communities, with GDI working alongside all parties to guarantee development gains are distributed fairly and sustained over time
