People

Founding team.

OCE was established by a multidisciplinary team whose backgrounds span education, cultural studies, research, youth engagement, communication and development.

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Prof. Ferdinand M. Chipindi

Founder and Chair

Associate Professor at the University of Zambia, with a record of peer-reviewed scholarship, academic leadership and international fellowships. His work brings education, policy, leadership and research expertise to OCE.

chair@oceafrica.org

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Priscilla Dalitso Phiri

Co-founder and Secretary

A youth leader with a strong interest in youth empowerment and education. Her role helps OCE keep the aspirations and perspectives of younger people visible in its institutional work.

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Dr Edward Mboyonga

Co-founder and Technical Advisor

A researcher with international fellowship experience, including Fulbright, ERASMUS and British Academy programmes. He contributes research, higher-education and technical expertise.

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Janet Serenje

Co-founder and Treasurer

A University of Zambia lecturer whose interests include early childhood education, literacy, inclusive education and technology-enhanced learning.

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Dr Nelly Mwale-Chita

Co-founder and Strategist

An academic in Religious and Cultural Studies whose research interests include religion in the public sphere, religion and higher education, and African indigenous knowledge systems.

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Chipili Makasa

Co-founder and Lead Consultant

A journalist and communication professional with experience in public information and development communication, contributing media, storytelling and public-engagement expertise.