
Catherine Nakalembe
Catherine is a Ugandan environmental scientist using satellite remote sensing to generate data to formulate policies and programs to protect farmers from the effects of food failure.
Diene Keita is the Deputy Executive Director for
Programmer for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), appointed in June 2020.
She has over 30 years of experience working for
international non-profit organizations, including the United Nations
Development Programme (UNDP) and UNFPA. Keita’s journey in international non-profit organizations, including the
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and UNFPA, has been nothing short
of extraordinary. Her leadership has spanned numerous countries, including the United
States, Niger, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Haiti, Senegal, Ethiopia, Mauritania,
Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Nigeria.
Keita is a true visionary, a passionate advocate for global
public health, and a champion of adolescent and maternal health. Her dedication extends to promoting inclusive growth,
gender equality, public policy, and international diplomacy. With a profound commitment to UNFPA’s mission, she
tirelessly works to create a world where pregnancy is wanted, birth is safe,
and young people’s potential is fulfilled.
Keita is not only a highly respected and accomplished leader
but also a beacon of hope in the field of global health and development. Her unwavering dedication inspires us all to work
towards a more equitable and brighter future for everyone, regardless of their
background or circumstances.
Catherine is a Ugandan environmental scientist using satellite remote sensing to generate data to formulate policies and programs to protect farmers from the effects of food failure.
Dr. Mayaki is the former CEO of the African Union Development Agency-NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD), whose contributions to African development are impacting the continent.
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