Our Ambassadors are innovative leaders who are passionate about the African agricultural landscape and committed to the growth of the African agri-food sector. They share the African Food Changemakers vision of a flourishing, sustainable and just food system in Africa.
Together with our Team and Board of Directors, the African Food Changemakers Ambassadors are determined to contribute to our mission of driving profitable and sustainable growth of the African agriculture and food landscapes by attracting, empowering, equipping, connecting and celebrating over 1 Million dynamic and innovative young African agri-food entrepreneurs. across the continent for the transformation of Africa’s agricultural landscape.
General Director, Enterprise Ottoro
Passionate about logistics, transportation, and agricultural transformation, Thierry YézoSerge Komika-Gonda is a dynamic entrepreneur committed to sustainable impact. He is the general director of Ottoro, a forward-thinking company specializing in beekeeping and agricultural product processing, where he integrates six years of logistics and transit experience to drive efficiency and community-based solutions.
A graduate of the Tony Elumelu Foundation’s Entrepreneurship Program, he has strengthened his capabilities in business development and strategic leadership. As CEO of Ottoro Beekeeping Company and former Logistics and Transit Manager at ELOHIM Transit, he has led operations, partnerships, and international trade coordination.
His commitment to social impact extends through his roles as a volunteer rescuer with the CAR Red Cross, trainer of trainers at CARECA, and environmental activist with BEAFRIKAGREENER. Fluent in French, English, Arabic, and Chinese, he blends entrepreneurship, logistics, and digital innovation to promote climate action, resilient communities, and sustainable agribusiness across Central Africa.