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On a more personal note
The Swiss Pan African was created from a lived understanding of moving between worlds. It reflects a life shaped by Switzerland’s structures and standards, and by a Pan-African, diasporic consciousness that understands identity, belonging, and responsibility as inherently global.
A Blend of Cultures
I was born and raised in Switzerland with African heritage, shaped by a generation that grew up between cultures, languages, and global references. This blend isn’t a slogan. It’s an analytical vantage point. Today, more than one in three people in Switzerland has an international background, and globally, diasporas move over USD 830 billion a year. More than all foreign direct investment into low- and middle-income countries combined. These shifts influence identity, belonging, and economic power.
The Swiss Pan African reflects that reality. My work sits where Swiss institutions, African diaspora perspectives, and global dynamics meet — combining cultural intelligence, economic insight, and narrative awareness.
About
I am a Swiss-born writer, speaker, and strategist with African heritage, working at the intersection of culture, identity, and economics. My work combines cultural intelligence, economic context, and real-world experience across Swiss institutions, diaspora networks, and global environments.
The Swiss Pan African is the home for this perspective. A place where creativity, analysis, lived experience, and strategic thinking come together to help individuals and organizations make sense of a changing landscape.
Formal Training
I hold an MSc in African Development from the London School of Economics (LSE) and a BA (Hons) in Politics & International Relations (First Class) from the University of Westminster.
During my studies, I completed short academic programmes at:
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National Chengchi University, Taipei — International Relations & Cross-Strait Relations
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Hanoi University, Vietnam — Chinese developmental perspectives
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(You also completed a course in Turkey on OBOR – can be added if needed)
These experiences built a grounded understanding of cross-cultural strategy, political systems, development policy, and cross-regional dynamics.
What I Bring
My professional background spans Swiss institutions, international organisations, and public and private sector environments, including:
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Credit Suisse Wealth Management and Group Functions: Exposure to private banking operations and global financial environments
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UNICEF: Research and analysis in international development and children’s Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS).
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Greater London Authority (GLA): Policy research and support within a public governance framework.
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University of Zurich Foundation: Introduction to Fundraising and complex academic alliances development.
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VOLTA Art Fair: Advisory Board Member and talk programme development, moderation, and cultural analysis.
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Europe–Asia Economic Summit: Advisor to Organizer and Founder, Social Media strategy, strategic benchmarking of service offering and moderation.
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AfroSwissters: Founder, diaspora-led community platforms and curated programming.
Core Capabilities and Offering
This background allows me to bring together:
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AI-supported data mapping to inform business development and strategic planning
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Cultural and economic analysis
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Event and programme design
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Content creation, moderation and facilitation for panels, roundtables, workshops, and leadership dialogues
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Narrative and communication support
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Practical bridge-building through curated platform creation
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Systems thinking to connect organizational, cultural, and market dynamics
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A consistent, hands-on working style grounded in clarity, adaptability, and follow-through
My contribution is defined by clear analysis, contextual understanding, and practical steps that help leaders and institutions navigate shifting environments with confidence.