
Cordel Robbin-Coker
Born in Sierra Leone, Cordel is an active angel investor investing in Africa-focused technology startups.
The Empower Africa Business Platform is Now Live !!!
He is a distinguished leader shaping the future of development and economic empowerment across the African continent..
Currently serving as the Vice President of the IFC – International Finance Corporation (IFC), he stands at the forefront of catalyzing positive change.
In his role, Emmanuel identifies and fosters opportunities for enhanced collaboration within the IFC and the broader World Bank Group.
His responsibilities span from proactively creating markets and facilitating investments to designing effective public-private partnerships that maximize the private sector’s role in driving development.
Additionally, he plays a pivotal role in designing private sector strategies that promote gender equality and empower underserved communities to actively participate in the economy.
Before embarking on his impactful career at IFC, Emmanuel worked in Uganda’s petroleum products industry and contributed to the Faculty of Commerce at Makerere University in Kampala.
His journey is marked by a tireless commitment to advancing sustainable development and fostering inclusive economic growth.

Born in Sierra Leone, Cordel is an active angel investor investing in Africa-focused technology startups.

Kemisola is the Founder of Nextwear Technologies, the first wearable technology startup in Nigeria pioneering the designing and development of devices that enhance healthier living and personal security.

Fatoumata is a Senegalese tech entrepreneur driving change in Africa’s venture capital space.