Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Consult Africa Investment Network
Executive Profile
Ahmed Tejan Daramy is a cross-border investment strategist and business executive with a strong track record in African market development, international business engagement, and investment structuring. As the Founder and CEO of Consult Africa Investment Network, he leads a platform dedicated to connecting global investors, governments, and private sector partners with scalable and high-impact opportunities across Africa. Since 2015, he has been actively engaged in business development, strategic partnerships, and investment facilitation, working with stakeholders across multiple industries and international markets.
Professional Background
Ahmed brings a combination of government engagement experience in Africa, international business exposure across multiple regions, hands-on involvement in project development and execution, and cross-sector expertise spanning investment, strategy, and operations. He has worked closely with businesses, institutions, and project developers globally, supporting them in structuring viable business models, entering African markets, building partnerships across borders, and aligning projects with investment readiness.
Leadership & Vision
Ahmed’s leadership is centered on positioning Africa as a structured, credible, and
investment-ready market for global capital. Through Consult Africa Investment Network, he is focused on developing bankable projects across key sectors, facilitating direct investor-to-project connections, strengthening Africa’s participation in global investment flows, and creating long-term economic value and sustainable growth.
Areas of Expertise
• Investment Facilitation & Deal Structuring
• International Business Development
• Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
• Market Entry Advisory (Africa-focused)
• Multi-sector Project Development
• Cross-border Negotiation & Execution
Mansa Ahmed Tejan Daramy
Executive Partner - Head of Africa Operations
Consult Africa Investment Network
Ms. Ngoma is a strategic human capital and business transformation specialist, operating at the intersection of investment facilitation, organizational growth, and cross-border partnerships.
As an Executive Partner at Consult Africa Investment Network (CAIN), she plays a key role in supporting investor readiness, strengthening business structures, and enabling scalable growth across multi-sector enterprises. Her work contributes directly to positioning African businesses as credible, investment-ready opportunities for global capital.
As Head of Africa Operations, Ms. Ngoma leads the development and coordination of CAIN’s African business pipeline, overseeing the identification, screening, and preparation of investment-ready opportunities across key sectors. She drives continental engagement efforts, ensuring that high-quality, credible projects across Africa are strategically positioned for international investor access.
With a strong foundation in human capital development and a diplomatic background with international exposure, Ms. Ngoma brings a unique ability to navigate complex institutional environments, align diverse stakeholders, and support cross-border investment engagement. Her diplomatic experience strengthens her capacity to operate effectively across jurisdictions and cultures.
She has contributed to workforce strategy development, stakeholder alignment, and cross-border engagement initiatives across multiple sectors.
Her experience spans corporate services, agriculture, and multi-sector operations, where she has supported initiatives that drive organizational performance, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation.
Ms. Ngoma is particularly skilled in navigating cross-cultural environments, facilitating high-level stakeholder engagement, and supporting strategic partnerships that unlock business and investment opportunities.
At CAIN, she is committed to advancing structured investment facilitation, fostering credible business pipelines, and contributing to Africa’s integration into global investment flows through disciplined execution and strategic oversight.
Core Expertise
* Investment Readiness & Business Structuring
* Development & Coordination of African Business Pipeline
* Strategic Human Capital Leadership
* Cross-Border & Diplomatic Engagement
* Stakeholder Alignment & Partnership Development
* Organizational Growth & Transformation
* Multi-Sector Project Support & Execution.
Ms. MMN Ngoma
Director of Operations
Dr. Philip Conteh is an internationally experienced investment engagement strategist,
governance adviser, and business connector whose career spans high-level policy advisory, national strategic leadership, global exposition representation, and international
institutional engagement. He has operated at the centre of government, contributing to strategic policy development and reform, and has led major national initiatives focused on civic responsibility, public ethics, and institutional transformation.
International Engagement & Representation
Dr. Conteh has represented his country on major global platforms as Commissioner General at international expositions across Europe, Asia, and other global markets, engaging investors, governments, institutions, and business stakeholders. He also served as an official delegate to the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), strengthening his global profile and building strong relationships with international partners and stakeholders.
Role at Consult Africa Investment Network
At Consult Africa Investment Network, Dr. Conteh brings a distinctive blend of high-level
policy insight, international credibility, and investor-facing strategic experience. He plays a critical role in connecting organizations, businesses, and investors with credible opportunities and partnerships across Africa, supporting the company’s mission to position Africa as a structured and investment-ready destination for global capital.
Core Expertise
• Investment Engagement & Strategic Partnerships
• Governance Advisory & Policy Development
• International Representation & Diplomacy
• Cross-Border Business Development
• Stakeholder Engagement & Institutional Relations
• Project Positioning & Investment Readiness
Dr. Philip Conteh
Africa Business Development Expert
Strategic Partner – Consult Africa Investment Network
Ms. Christensen is a highly accomplished Africa Business Development Expert and strategic partner, recognized for her extensive experience in government engagement, international business representation, and multi-sector investment facilitation across Africa. With a strong foundation in public-sector leadership and cross-border collaboration, she brings a deep understanding of policy environments, economic development frameworks, and large-scale project execution.
With a distinguished background in government and diplomatic engagement, Ms. Christensen has played a pivotal role in representing African interests within global business platforms. Her experience includes working in alignment with international institutions and serving in a consular capacity linked to Switzerland and The Gambia, where she contributed to strengthening bilateral relations, trade development, and strategic investment dialogue.
With professional exposure across international markets and high-level business environments, Ms. Christensen has developed strong expertise in stakeholder engagement, project structuring, and investment positioning. She has actively participated in global forums, representing African business opportunities, facilitating partnerships, and advocating for sustainable economic growth across key sectors.
Her ability to bridge government priorities with private-sector investment opportunities positions her as a key driver in advancing impactful projects. At Consult Africa Investment Network, she contributes to shaping high-level strategies, fostering international partnerships, and delivering solutions that align with the organization’s mission to unlock Africa’s full investment potential.
Core Competencies
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Government & Diplomatic Engagement
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International Business Representation
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Strategic Investment Facilitation
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Cross-Border Partnerships & Negotiations
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Sir. Edward Yamba Koroma
Director General – Europe
Government, Diplomatic & International Investment Affairs Strategist
Consult Africa Investment Network (CAIN)
Sir. Edward Yamba Koroma is a distinguished international business strategist and senior executive with extensive experience in diplomatic engagement, investment facilitation, institutional collaboration, and cross-border business development across Africa and Europe.
With decades of professional exposure in government relations, international partnerships, and strategic investment coordination, he has built a strong reputation for supporting sustainable economic initiatives, facilitating high-level stakeholder engagement, and advancing transformative business opportunities aligned with Africa’s long-term growth agenda.
His expertise spans investment advisory, strategic market expansion, institutional engagement, and international partnership development, enabling effective collaboration between public and private sector stakeholders while supporting scalable and impact-driven business outcomes.
Throughout his career, Sir. Edward Yamba Koroma has contributed to the development of strategic investment initiatives focused on economic growth, infrastructure advancement, trade facilitation, and international cooperation. His professional approach combines leadership, diplomacy, and practical execution in navigating complex business and institutional environments.
As Director General – Europe at Consult Africa Investment Network (CAIN), he plays a strategic role in strengthening international engagement, expanding institutional partnerships, and connecting global investors, organizations, and strategic stakeholders with emerging opportunities across African markets.
Core Competencies
* Government & Institutional Engagement
* International Investment Facilitation
* Strategic Partnership Development
* Cross-Border Business Expansion
* Stakeholder Management & Negotiation
* Market Entry & Growth Strategy
* Infrastructure & Trade Development
* International Business Relations
* Economic Development Coordination
* Diplomatic & Executive Advisory
Government & International Business Strategist – Consult Africa Investment Network
Mr. Edward Yamba Koroma is a highly accomplished government-affiliated business strategist and executive partner, with extensive experience driving investment-led initiatives and strategic partnerships across Africa. With a strong foundation in both public sector engagement and private enterprise development, he brings a unique ability to align government priorities with investor expectations, ensuring sustainable and scalable business outcomes.
With a career spanning multiple sectors, Mr. Koroma has played a key role in supporting investment facilitation, business expansion, and economic development programs across the continent. His work focuses on structuring viable projects, enabling market entry for international partners, and strengthening institutional collaboration between African governments and global investors. His expertise allows him to navigate complex regulatory environments while delivering results-driven business solutions.
With professional exposure across African markets and strong institutional engagement experience, Mr. Koroma has built a reputation for effective stakeholder management, cross-border business coordination, and high-level negotiation. His ability to connect opportunities with capital, and strategy with execution, positions him as a critical driver of growth and transformation within multi-sector investment frameworks.
As an Executive Partner at Consult Africa Investment Network, he is committed to advancing the organization’s mission of facilitating high-impact investments, fostering strategic partnerships, and delivering practical solutions that unlock Africa’s economic potential. His role is central to strengthening CAIN’s credibility, expanding its global network, and executing investment opportunities across key sectors.
Core Competencies
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Government & Institutional Engagement
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Investment Facilitation & Deal Structuring
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Cross-Border Business Development
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Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
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Strategic Negotiation & Stakeholder Management
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Market Entry & Expansion Strategy
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Infrastructure & Trade Development
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International Business Relations
Mr. Abubakarr Kamara
Senior Business Consultant – Africa Markets & Investment Strategy
Consult Africa Investment Network
Mr. Abubakarr Kamara is a results-driven Africa-focused business consultant with strong expertise in investment facilitation, market entry strategy, and cross-border business development. As a Senior Business Consultant at Consult Africa Investment Network (CAIN), he plays a critical role in connecting international investors with viable opportunities across Africa, supporting companies seeking structured and sustainable expansion into the continent.
With practical experience working with diverse businesses, companies, and investor groups, Mr. Kamara has contributed to the development and execution of business initiatives across multiple sectors. His work focuses on identifying bankable projects, facilitating investor engagements, and ensuring that business operations align with local market realities and regulatory environments.
With exposure to international business environments and multi-sector operations, Mr. Kamara has developed strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, partnership development, and investment coordination. He has been actively involved in guiding investor delegations, supporting negotiations, and creating pathways for successful business entry into African markets.
At Consult Africa Investment Network, he contributes to the organization’s mission of serving as a trusted gateway to Africa—bridging global capital with local opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and delivering practical business solutions that drive growth across the continent.
Core Competencies
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Africa Market Entry Strategy
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Investment Facilitation & Deal Structuring
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Cross-Border Business Development
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Investor Relations & Partnership Coordination
TEAM
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Africa Business Development Expert
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Our team brings together experienced professionals with deep knowledge across African markets and international business. We combine expertise in investment advisory, project development, market entry strategy, and cross-border partnerships. Each member contributes practical, on-the-ground insight, ensuring that every opportunity we present is well-structured, credible, and aligned with investor expectations.
We work collaboratively to bridge the gap between African opportunities and global capital focusing on execution, transparency, and measurable impact.