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A dedicated team of professionals committed to advancing inter-party dialogue and democratic governance in Africa.
Executive Secretary & Regional Representative, West and Central Africa
Kenneth Mpyisi is a seasoned diplomat, mediator, and governance expert with more than three decades of experience in diplomacy, international affairs, peacebuilding, political dialogue, and democratic governance across Africa. A former Ugandan career diplomat, Mr. Mpyisi brings extensive expertise in mediation, negotiation, conflict prevention, and international engagement, with a distinguished record of working within complex political and institutional environments. His career has included senior leadership and advisory roles with prominent regional and international organizations, including the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) and International IDEA. He has also served as an expert and adviser to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the East African Community (EAC), and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), contributing to initiatives focused on peace and security, governance, regional cooperation, and democratic development. In his capacity as Executive Secretary and Regional Representative for West and Central Africa, Mr. Mpyisi brings together his diplomatic experience, regional networks, and expertise in political dialogue to advance inclusive engagement, inter-party cooperation, peacebuilding, and democratic transformation across the continent. He holds a Master's degree in International Relations from the University of Kent and a Master's degree in International Policy Studies from the Monterey Institute of International Studies.
Democracy & Elections Specialist
Dr. Kennedy Masime is an accomplished governance and democracy expert with over two decades of experience in political reform, institutional development, and civil society leadership. He holds a Doctor of Literature and Philosophy (D Litt et Phil) in Political Studies from the University of Johannesburg. He serves as Executive Director of the Centre for Governance and Development (CGD). In 2004, he established the Coalition for Accountable Political Financing (CAPF), contributing to the Political Parties Act 2007 and Elections Campaign Financing Act 2013. He is a founding chairman of the Elections Observation Group (ELOG), Board Member of E-HORN, and a Chevening Fellow in Economic Governance.
Expert - Civil Society Engagement
Hon. Regina Macharia is a dynamic figure at the intersection of mental health advocacy, entrepreneurship, and politics. She serves as CEO of Africa International Pride. Her political journey began in 2012 as one of the pioneer Members of County Assembly (MCA) in Kenya, serving Nyeri County under The National Alliance (TNA) Party from 2013 to 2017. She currently holds the position of Nyeri County Chair for the Jubilee Party. Beyond politics, she remains committed to the NGO world, leveraging her experiences and training in Strategic Leadership to foster community cohesion and engagement. She is a mentor and trainer in mental wellness, leadership, and social skills.
Senior Advisor
Alex Rusita possesses extensive expertise in development planning and management across the aid programme cycle, with emphasis on results-based management, monitoring and evaluation, and development policy analysis. He has served across Eastern and Southern Africa, the Horn, and the Caribbean, delivering policy guidance and humanitarian assistance. Over three decades, he has collaborated with multilateral and bilateral organizations, alongside local and international NGOs and think tanks. His multisectoral career encompasses Public Health, Public Sector Development, Capacity Building, Trade, Humanitarian Assistance, and Peace Building. His current focus centers on job creation for the youth in Africa.
Security & Governance Expert, East and Southern Africa
Ignatius Bahizi is an international journalist and analyst based in Kampala, Uganda, with over a decade of experience covering peace, security, development, and political affairs across Africa, with particular expertise in the Great Lakes region. Bahizi holds a Master's degree in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies from Makerere University. Complementing his journalistic work, he has conducted research and consultancy assignments for various international organizations, bringing a rare combination of field reporting, policy insight, and diplomatic understanding to complex African stories.
