Our Mission

Empower the next generation of technologists of African descent.

Who We Are

A community of professionals with a deep passion for technology and an unwavering commitment to developing our communities through the power of tech.

What We Value

Challenging the status quo, leveraging technology for social good, and driving impactful, lasting change in our communities.

Governance

Board of Directors.

Our board provides strategic oversight, fiduciary accountability, and the direction that keeps our mission sharp and our programs growing.

Kwabena Abankwa
KA
Kwabena Abankwa
Interim Chair & Co-Founder

Google
New York, NY

Henrietta Koomson
HK
Henrietta Koomson
Strategy Lead, AIT Ghana

OpenAI
San Francisco, CA

Pierina Demorizi
PD
Pierina Demorizi
Governance

Urban Pathways
New York, NY

TBD
Board Member
Coming Soon

Sankofatech Board

The Team

Our team.

Staff and key contributors who drive day-to-day operations, programming, and scholar success — united by a common mission.

Wendy Tetteh
WT
Wendy Tetteh
Program Manager

Accra, Ghana

Imelda Opokua Badoe
IB
Imelda Opokua Badoe
Program Manager

Accra, Ghana

Rita Naa Kordey Clottey
RN
Rita Naa Kordey Clottey
Program Manager

Accra, Ghana

Abigail Adjei
AA
Abigail Adjei
Comptroller — Volunteer

Chicago, IL