Visionary Leadership Council

Architects of
Tomorrow's Africa

Meet the pioneering minds steering YATBA's mission to cultivate a generation of transparent, accountable, and visionary leaders who will shape Africa's future.

1000+
Youth Impacted
50+
Projects Delivered
12
Countries Reached
98%
Satisfaction Rate
Martin Kabogo

Martin Kabogo

Founder & Chairman

Martin Kabogo is a nationally-recognised leader in youth development and civic leadership. He champions education, human rights, and a greener future; he's led national youth initiatives and inspired peers since university. Leadership is in his DNA — he combines political acumen, discipline, and an evidence-driven approach to program design. Martin drives YATBA's strategic direction and represents the organisation in national and regional forums.

BSc (Statistics), MSc (Finance) — University of Nairobi.

Youth DevelopmentStrategic PlanningPublic Policy
Abdihabiib Yarsin Warsame

Abdihabiib Yarsin Warsame

Executive Director — International Affairs

Abdihabiib is an expert in international politics, diplomacy and African governance with a long record of building cross-border partnerships that amplify youth voices on continental platforms.

B.A. Political Science — University of Nairobi.

International DiplomacyCross-border PartnershipsAfrican Governance
Mercy Wairimu Cherere

Mercy Wairimu Cherere

Treasurer

Mercy is a seasoned finance and accounting professional. Her strong budgeting and governance skills ensure YATBA's funds are managed with integrity and transparency.

BCom — Multimedia University. Member: ICPAK

Financial GovernanceBudget OptimizationAudit Compliance
Teddy Ochieng

Teddy Ochieng

Secretary General

Teddy is an operations leader known for turning strategy into action. He ensures program delivery, coordination and on-the-ground execution for YATBA.

BSc — University of Nairobi.

Operations ManagementProgram ExecutionTeam Leadership
Abdimalik Daud Sheik

Abdimalik Daud Sheik

Community Engagement Officer

Abdimalik supports community engagement and technical implementation of field projects using geospatial-informed planning.

BSc Geospatial Engineering — University of Nairobi.

Geospatial AnalysisCommunity MappingField Operations
Fartun Dahir

Fartun Dahir

Gender Affairs Officer

Fartun champions gender equality, inclusive programming and community-level empowerment for young women and girls.

BCom — University of Nairobi.

Gender MainstreamingInclusive ProgrammingWomen Empowerment
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