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About SADA World


Our vision is to establish the SWOZ Project and MASIICC Zones in all 5 African sub-regions by 2030.


Our mission is to connect African entrepreneurs worldwide, turning challenges into opportunities, with a focus on sustainability.

Who We Are



Our Priority

Our priority is to accelerate sustainable development in Africa, ensuring that African social entrepreneurs, both at home and in the diaspora, have access to global sustainable investment, marketplace opportunities, and thrive.

Our Values

Our core values encompass Risk Mitigation, Collaboration, Transparency, and Prosperity. These principles guide our mission to connect and empower social entrepreneurs in Africa and its diaspora, fostering sustainable development and global marketplace participation.


Our Goals


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To be the leading impactful collaboration accelerator worldwide.

Connecting individuals, organizations, and innovators to create a sustainable future in Africa.







To play a pivotal role in attaining net zero and the 2030 Agenda in our active regions.

SADA Team



Mariana Torchia

Mariana D. Torchia

Managing Partner & Leadership

Dr. Torchia received her Master’s degree in public health in clinical nutrition, exercise physiology, and health promotion/education, with a license in dietetics, RD (registered dietitian) from Loma Linda University, School of Public Health and her Ph.D. in Public Health from Walden University, School of Health Sciences. She has worked in the non-profit sector for over 20 years as a clinical dietitian and public health educator, program developer and director helping low-income families in Southern California. Her additional contract jobs provide care for rehabilitation and senior care facilities, as well as nutrition expert writing for magazines, and websites.
Her book on nutrition will be out by summer 2018


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Irene A. Campbell

Dr. Irene A. Campbell

Managing Partner, Leadership & Founder

Dr. Irene Campbell has over 18 years of experience as a professional registered nurse, she has worked in various healthcare settings. Dr. Campbell graduated from the University of Maryland with her MS in Health Services, Leadership, and management with Education focus; her Ph.D. in Public Health from Walden University.

Currently, she is a professional school nurse with a large school district in Maryland; she is also an adjunct faculty. Dr. Campbell is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Currently involved in the development of two books and writing articles for publication.

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Kathleen Bianco

Kathleen Bianco

Managing Partner & Leadership

Dr. Bianco is a faculty member and clinical education coordinator in the Physician Assistant Department at Western University of Health Sciences. She has a background in Audiology and was an interpreter for the deaf at CSUN. She graduated from the PA department at Western University in 2003 with a Masters and has been working as a PA in family practice and occupational medicine since then. She received her Ph.D. in public health and has been a guest lecturer for the Health Science department as well as one of the coordinators for the Million Mother’s March held every year in Pomona, Ca. She has designed a diabetes program for the Raleigh Fitkin Memorial Hospital in Manzini, Swaziland, in which she spends two weeks every June visiting mobile clinics.

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Maria Natal-Gopin

Maria Natal-Gopin

Managing Partner & Leadership

Dr. Natal-Gopin has over 30 years of experience as a registered professional nurse working in various healthcare settings. Currently, she is the Director of the Center for Clinical Practice at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center in New Jersey where she is responsible for the education department, Magnet program, student internships and mentoring programs, research, and evidence-based practices. She earned her MSN and Ph.D. in Public Health from Walden University. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. She is an active member of Jersey Cares a nonprofit organization which partners with local nonprofits to address community-identified needs through volunteer work.

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HERIBERTO GARCÍA CORTÉS

DR. HERIBERTO GARCÍA CORTÉS

Managing Partner, Leadership & Co-Founder

DR. HERIBERTO GARCÍA CORTÉS

Originally from Guadalajara, Jal., He is a Doctor in Forensic Anthropological Development in the Underdeveloped and Third World Countries; has a Master of Relationships International, Public and Government Policies, and another in Environment and Life Silvestre, as well as a Bachelor of Sociology, having completed this part of his academic training at the Patricio Lumumba University of the former Unión de Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR). He is also a Veterinarian for the University of Guadalajara.

He has held various positions in the public and private sectors, currently being President of the Mexican Stock Exchange and Market of Hydrocarbons, Energy and Derivatives, S.A.P.I. de C.V., President of the National Association of Producers and Comercialadores de Yaca y Frutas Exoticas, A.C., a Civil Association dedicated to the production, commercialization and internationalization of exotic fruits, fresh food and dehydrated; He is also Vice President of the Bolsa y Mercado de Agroproductos, S.A.P.I. de C.V., a price regulating body with a center for the solution and prevention of agricultural disputes between individuals
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Within the Mexican Business Council for Foreign Trade, Investment and Technology, A.C. (COMCE) is Vice President of the International Section for Africa and the Middle East; He is also President of the Mexico-CEDEAO Business Committees (Community West African States) and Mexico-MAGREB, with responsibility for promote foreign trade, investment and the linkage of Mexican companies with their
African counterparts in 18 countries on that continent.


Margaret Garner

Margaret D. Garner

Managing Partner, Leadership & Co-Founder

Margaret D. Garner is President and Chief Operating Officer for Broadway Consolidated Companies, Inc. (BCC) a General Contracting
firm that was developed in December 1999. Drawing upon over 50 years of collective construction management experience, BCC excels
as a full-service construction firm with bonding, estimating, and construction management capabilities for multi-million dollar projects.

Beginning her construction management career in Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania , Margaret successfully managed the building and rehabilitation of affordable housing for the local U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Housing Authority. The program, known as Section 3, was designed to move residents from welfare to work within their communities.

Margaret made headlines in 2006 when Broadway was awarded the contract to build Wal-Marts first location in a major urban city on Chicago's Westside. Among it's projects, high-profile contracts included work on the University if Chicago's Comer Children's Hospital in Hyde park and U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Shoreline improvements on Chicago's lakefront in Bronzeville.

Margaret honed her construction management skills and built a stellar reputation as a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development executive, first in Pittsburgh and later in Chicago as the Director of Modernization where her work to rebuild ABLA Homes was regarded as the city's model for public housing redevelopment. In 1995, Margaret’s accomplishments and dynamic personality were the two factors that led to her recruitment to join the HUD team that tackled the nation’s third largest and worst housing authority in the country, The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA).

A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh in Business and Economics and former recipient of the U.S. Small Business Administration's Minority Small Business Person of the year, Margaret is a member of the City of Chicago Community Development Commission and the Untied Nations Commission on the Status of Women. She is also a two-term president of the Federation of Women Contractors.


Margaret made headlines in 2006 when Broadway was awarded the contract to build Wal-Marts first location in a major urban city on Chicago's Westside. Among it's projects, high-profile contracts included work on the University if Chicago's Comer Children's Hospital in Hyde park and U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Shoreline improvements on Chicago's lakefront in Bronzeville.

Margaret honed her construction management skills and built a stellar reputation as a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development executive, first in Pittsburgh and later in Chicago as the Director of Modernization where her work to rebuild ABLA Homes was regarded as the city's model for public housing redevelopment. In 1995, Margaret’s accomplishments and dynamic personality were the two factors that led to her recruitment to join the HUD team that tackled the nation’s third largest and worst housing authority in the country, The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA).

A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh in Business and Economics and former recipient of the U.S. Small Business Administration's Minority Small Business Person of the year, Margaret is a member of the City of Chicago Community Development Commission and the Untied Nations Commission on the Status of Women. She is also a two-term president of the Federation of Women Contractors.







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J NNAEMEKA ONWUTA M.D

Managing Partner, Leadership & Co-Founder

Dr. Onwuta is the Medical Director of Advocate Medical Group and Good Shepherd Hospital Pain Clinic. He attended and graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1991, having over 27 years of diverse experience, specialty in Pain Management. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Sherman Hospital, Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. Dr. Onwuta also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation. He is a co-owner and partner in Initiative for Food Sufficiency for Africa which is a not for profit organization with the branch in Africa and served in numerous other roles partnerships beyond the limits of this profile.

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Jorge N. Mendez

JORGE MENDEZ VEGAS

Managing Partner, Leadership & Co Founder

JORGE NORBERTO MENDEZ VEGA

Jorge Mendez is a seasoned Agronomist, he has a BSc in plants genetic from a prestigious Mexican University and MSc in “Rural Development” from Mashav- CINADGO, ISRAEL, Degree in “Foreign Trade” by BANCOMEXT, Mexico, Mendez has over 33 years of experience as an Agronomic Engineering on the field, management of greenhouse high technology production, development of agric projects, development of added value protects, manager of a vegetables & fruit produce & exporter companies, Mendez is the Director of Economia Agricola Mexico - Agriculture & Management Company and co-founder of Sadaworld in Nigeria, Africa, a company with 10 years working in planning & development of projects and humanitarian help. Worked in government sector as Agriculture Director in Michoacan state, Chief of “development programs” at CIDEM, Michoacan Government, co-founder of PECSA SA DE CV, Company specialized in civil, hidráulic, energy, garbage & wáter projects and developments. Mr. Mendez is also the vice-president for SEDEAO ZONE (ECOWAS, WEST AFRICA 15 COUNTRIES IN ECONOMIC UNION) from COMCE (Consejo Empresarial Mexicano de Comercio Exterior y Tecnologia) AC. Member of the organization committee of EXPOCHINA MEXICO, sales representative of BEIJING KP, XIAMEN TRINOG & HANGZHOU POLYTECH chinese companies in Mexico.

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Babatunde A. Igun

Managing Partner and Leadership

Mr. Babatunde Olugbenga A. Igun serves as the Head of Corporate Planning at Bank of Agriculture Limited (BOFA).  Mr. Igun has headed many departments in Bank of Agriculture and was once the Zonal Manager of the Bank’s South West operations. He is multidiscipline specialist with diverse experience in development banking, policy, microfinance, local economic development and fisheries; spanning 32 years. Mr. Igun attended the Wysza Szkola Morska in Sczeczin, Poland where he bagged a professional postgraduate diploma in fisheries economics. Mr. Igun is a fellow of Fisheries Society of Nigeria and a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management. He is a fellow of the United State’s prestigious Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program through which he studied Development Banking at the University of California in Davis. He has his B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Economics with specialization in Monetary and Financial Economics from the Universities of Ife and Ibadan respectively.

Oreofeoluwa Adewole

Managing Partner & Leadership

Oreofeoluwa Adewole is a graduate of law from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2018. She brings over 7 years of experience in law, philanthropy, compliance and finance to the company having started her career as a program coordinator in African Philanthropy Forum where she was in charge of coordinating funding programs for different African Non government organizations, monitoring funds and providing feedback to sponsors encouraging accountability and transparency.

She proceeded to pursue a career in financial services specifically banking where she has served effectively in law, compliance and more recently sales. She has been a pioneer staff of two banks, Lotus Bank Limited and Optimus Bank Limited.She has a niche in kick-starting novel projects and bringing them into fruition and stability hence her quick growth and advancement in the financial services industry.
oreofeoluwa's deep understanding of the Nigerian financial sector, legal framework and compliance with regulations makes her a valuable member of the team as well her deep insight of Africa's challenges and how to address them through creating enduring legacies as she is a firm believer in shared prosperity

Yusuf Aregbesola

Managing Partner, Leadership & Co Founder

Dr. Kenneth A. Yongabi

Managing Partner & Leadership

Dr. Kenneth Anchang Yongabi is a distinguished professional with a rich academic background spanning the USA and Australia. He holds a Ph.D. in Public Health and Infectiology from AIUniversity Honolulu, USA, and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (2012) with a focus on Bioenvironmental Engineering from the University of Adelaide, South Australia, where he was honored with the Doctoral Thesis Excellence Award. Dr. Yongabi's academic journey includes post-doctoral research in Medical Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA. During this time, he was appointed an honorary fellow at the Knolls laboratory, where he specialized in Toxoplasma and Malaria mouse models.

Presently, Dr. Yongabi holds the esteemed position of African Union-ASRIC Afro-centric Working Group Coordinator within the Faculty of Health Science at Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Claretian University of Nigeria (CUN) and serves as the Director of the University Centre of Excellence for the Promotion of African Indigenous Knowledge at CUN. In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Yongabi is a seasoned consultant to Sadaworld on the SWOZ Project and a dedicated entrepreneur. a Fellow of the Public Health Practitioners’ Council of Nigeria (FPHP). Dr. Yongabi currently holds the position of Regional Community Convenor for Connecting Climate Minds in Sub-Saharan Africa, demonstrating his commitment to addressing critical environmental issues. His role in the SWOZ Project, makes him a prominent figure in his fields of expertise.


Hameed A. Olorunsola

Managing Partner & Leadership

Hameed Abayomi Olorunsola a graduate of the University of Lagos Accounting Department, Faculty of Business Administration. Certifications in Project Financing & Management. He is the CEO of Solchols International Ltd. A Real Estate, Mining, Engineering, Building & Contracting Firm that was incorporated in 1991. He is on the Board of BrookHeritage Holding and Leadlake Energy Global having over 25yrs of management experience.

He began his construction management with Federal Capital Development Authority Sheere Galuyi Resettlement Housing Project, Abuja. Hostel Development , Staff School Administrative Building, Development House in University of Lagos, Construction of the Stadium/ Competitive Practising Pitch at the proposed Armed Forces Physical Health School and Games Village Esa-Oke Osun State to mention a few.

In the Mining Sector, He has been involved in Ofegun Okeogun Mining in Oyo State, IFE in Osun State, Ashanti Mining Region of Ghana, Bo and Kenema region in Sierra Leone and in Guinea Conakry.

Currently he is developing a Multi Purpose Shopping Complex in collaboration with the Shomolu Local Government on Developer - Finance Basis.


Oladele Oye

Managing Partner & Leadership

Oladele Oye, BSc, MBA (International Business Management)

Oladele Oye, is a co-managing partner & leadership of Sadaworld. Oye has 20 years of experience and expertise in projects management, marketing, and operations. Oye is presently coordinating integrated energy, mining and exploration projects for Sadaworld in Nigeria.

Prior to joining Sadaworld, Oye was co founder Strategic International Business Development at Transglobal Marketing Ltd, and U.S. representative for Al-Rafid Trading Company in Saudi Arabia and marketing consultant for Clearline HMO, Royal Exchange HMO and CAPEX HMO.

Oye Mr. Oye attended courses for the Advanced Level Exams for the Oxford and Cambridge Board at Woodhouse Groove School, Bradford, England, and Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania U.S.A. graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Management and an MBA Degree in International business Management and marketing.


Gideon Oyedepo

Gideon O. Oyedepo

Managing Partner & Leadership

Gideon Oyekunle Oyedepo is an accomplished professional with a strong academic background and a diverse career spanning education, public service, and business development. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Education from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and began his professional journey with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development in Kwara State in 1982, where he served as Director of Planning and Implementation.

In pursuit of his passion for education, he obtained a National Certificate in Education (NCE) in 1986 from the Kwara State College of Education, Oro—then an affiliate of the University of Ilorin. He briefly worked as a teacher before transitioning fully into the private sector by 1987. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC), Nigeria, and is committed to promoting the highest global standards of management and entrepreneurship. In the field of education, Mr. Oyedepo is the Founder and Proprietor of Whitestone Educational Ventures, which operates Whitestone School, a well-regarded academic institution located in Surulere, Lagos. He is also the Proprietor and Promoter of the proposed Moses Orimolade University, planned for establishment in Omu-Aran, Kwara State, a vision inspired by his commitment to expanding access to quality higher education in Nigeria.

Sam Olawale

Managing Partner & Leadership

Sam is an experienced Designer/Developer, IT Solution, Brand Identity, and Communication Expert. He has a degree in Computer Science and more than a decade of working experience in the Nigerian creative sector. He currently serves as the Digital Communications and IT Consultant for SADA World. He’s passionate about socially-driven entrepreneurship and willing to impact the world positively.

Sam started his career in an Advertising Agency in Lagos, Nigeria, where he later rose to become a Project Supervisor. He was in charge of project execution from start to finish. He later left to acquire more skills and more education. After years of training and rigorous learning, Sam is today an expert designer, developer, and strategist. He owns a Creative and Brand agency named EFX Creations where he is currently the head designer/developer overseeing a team of other designers, developers, media and digital marketing experts. EFX Creations is a fast-rising creative and branding agency with a foray into website and applications development, branding, brand communication designs and production, multimedia production, printing, and digital solutions.

Sam loves learning and he works on being better in all facets. He enjoys reading on different subject matters; he would love to travel the world and taste different cuisines. He is married with a child.

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Christopher Omorogie

Leadership, Construction

Edo-Osagie Christopher Omorogie stands as a highly regarded figure in the Nigerian construction landscape, embodying a wealth of expertise and a commitment to advancing the industry. Hailing from Nigeria, Mr. Omorogie has amassed a distinguished career marked by his proficiency in project management and his exceptional leadership in steering the successful completion of a diverse array of construction projects.

His professional journey showcases a versatile skill set, encompassing residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments, each project reflecting meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to delivering excellence. Mr. Omorogie's dedication extends beyond the confines of individual projects; he is deeply rooted in contributing to the broader growth and development of the construction sector in Nigeria.

As a proud Nigerian professional, he actively seeks to elevate the standards of construction practices in the country. Through a lens of innovation and sustainability, Mr. Omorogie envisions and executes projects that not only meet the immediate needs of his clients but also contribute to the long-term resilience and advancement of the built environment in Nigeria. His work stands as a testament to his passion for transformative construction practices, positioning him as a leader at the forefront of shaping the future of construction in Nigeria.

Adeyinka Adeyeye

Managing Partner & Leadership

Adeyinka Adeyeye is a serial entrepreneur and brings over 23 years of experience in establishing, funding and stabilizing businesses that are able to thrive and proliferate with or without his continued involvement in the business entity. Adeyinka sits on the board of several companies, however he is the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Teyibibu international Limited, a logistics company saddled with the responsibility of the distribution of goods for several blue chip companies such as The Coca-Cola Company and 7Up, since 2006 till date which is as a result of Adeyinka's ability to ensure swift and safe delivery as well his ability to amicably resolve challenges effectively when they arise.

Adeyinka is also a consultant to the Inspector General of Police of Nigeria and provides advisory on security matters to several companies. Adeyinka's wealth of experience in logistics and security within the Nigerian business sphere makes his insights and guidance a priceless contribution to the company.

Ekeoma M. Onwukwe

Managing & Partner Leadership

Ekeoma Michael Onwukwe is the Director of entrepreneurship and Business Development at Sadaworld, and his extensive qualifications and professional background make him a standout in his field. He holds an MSc in Business Management from the University of Hull and a BSc in Geography and Environmental Management from Port Harcourt University. Additionally, he has earned a Master Diploma in Project Management from the CADD Institute in Abuja.

Ekeoma's expertise extends across various critical business areas, including finance, executive office management, general management, sales and marketing, operations management, IT management and security, security for hostile environments, human resources, customer relationship management and support, healthcare service delivery, and logistics and distribution.
His experience spans diverse industries, including national finance, healthcare, education, journalism. Ekeoma's combination of education, diverse industry exposure, and years of practical experience make him an invaluable asset in his role as the Director of Business Development at Sadaworld.



His experience spans diverse industries, including national finance, healthcare, education, journalism. Ekeoma's combination of education, diverse industry exposure, and years of practical experience make him an invaluable asset in his role as the Director of Business Development at Sadaworld.


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