Our Team

Ethan Kawamara

Co - Head of Technology Desk

Driven technologist and student of Artificial Intelligence at the University of Bath (MSc). Born in Uganda and studying in Kenya - my passion for technology and spirit of Pan Africanism lead me to continuously look for innovative solutions to East Africa’s challenges and developmental opportunities.

Tony Munene

Co - Head of Technology Desk

Driven innovator and final year undergraduate Computer Science and Economics student at Yale University (BSc). Born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya – my unbounding interest in fintech and artificial intelligence has led me to the relentless pursuit of innovative solutions for small and medium-scale businesses in East Africa.

Paul Mutawe

Fellow, Technology Desk

Graduate of Computer Science (BSc) from Brunel University and Artificial Intelligence from Queen Mary University (MSc). Raised in Kampala, Uganda - my passion for innovative solutions manifests in me constantly scoping for the best use cases for emerging technologies within East Africa

Victor Agaba

Associate, Technology Desk

Active researcher in computational math, student of Industrial Engineering (BSc) and Computer Science (MSc) at Northwestern University. Raised in Uganda, educated in eSwatini - my exposure to different African and global systems drives my commitment to improving STEM education in East Africa.

Kreeshi Shavdia

Analyst, Technology Desk

Committed enthusiast and student of Mathematics and Physics at the University of Bristol (BSc). Born and raised in Mombasa, Kenya - my unwavering passion for finance, sustainability, and technology has driven my relentless pursuit of knowledge encompassing East African businesses

Nelly Nyauntu

Analyst, Technology Desk

Curious and analytical undergraduate student of Economics (BA) at New York University, Abu Dhabi. Raised in Kenya, my passion for developmental economics and solving problems within East Africa drives my continued engagement with regional affairs.

Our Insights

The Technology Desk insights explore digital transformation opportunities, tech adoption patterns, and innovation ecosystems throughout East African markets. We deliver forward-looking analysis on emerging technologies, digital infrastructure development, and practical applications of tech solutions addressing unique regional challenges.

Our Offerings

  • Our technical assessments provide comprehensive evaluations of your technology infrastructure, systems, and processes. We analyse current capabilities, identify gaps, and recommend optimisation strategies that align with your business objectives. Our expert team delivers actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency, security posture, and technological readiness across the East African market landscape.

  • Our AI integration and strategy services guide organisations in leveraging artificial intelligence to create sustainable competitive advantages. We develop tailored AI roadmaps, identify high-value use cases, and design implementation frameworks that drive innovation and operational excellence. Our expertise helps clients navigate the complexities of AI adoption, ensuring ethical deployment and measurable business outcomes across various sectors in the East African market.

  • Our technology feasibility studies evaluate the viability of proposed technological solutions and digital transformation initiatives. We conduct thorough analyses of technical requirements, implementation challenges, resource needs, and potential returns on investment. Our methodical approach helps clients make informed decisions about technology adoption, ensuring alignment with business goals and market realities in East Africa's diverse technology ecosystem.