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Team

Network of Experts

At Green Clean Africa (GCA), we are proud to collaborate with a diverse and accomplished network of experts. Their expertise spans across key areas of sustainability, clean energy, education, and leadership, driving our mission forward to create a greener, more resilient Africa.




Heaven Belihu Tsenbelo

CEO of Green Clean Africa (GCA)

Heaven is the visionary behind GCA, leading environmental awareness initiatives in Addis Ababa and representing Ethiopia at international forums. With over a decade of experience in waste management and recycling, Heaven owns Clean Addis Recycling PLC, focusing on innovative dry waste solutions across Ethiopia. She is also the host of “Heaven’s Time” on Nahoo TV, a show dedicated to empowering youth and promoting environmental protection. Heaven holds an MBA in Media and a Bachelor’s in Management, with a strong background in media, gained through her work at the Embassy in Ethiopia.



Heaven Belihu Tsenbelo

CEO of Green Clean Africa (GCA)

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Jeremiah Thoronka

Clean Energy Expert

Jeremiah is an award-winning innovator and clean energy advocate, recognized for his pioneering work in sustainable energy solutions. His accolades include Forbes 30 Under 30 – Africa, the Commonwealth Youth Awards, and the Global Student Prize. Jeremiah is committed to advancing energy access and is currently pursuing a PhD in Social Innovation and Sustainability, focusing on Energy Transition. His experience includes consulting, research, and climate advocacy, making him a key player in Africa’s transition to renewable energy.



Jeremiah Thoronka

Clean Energy Expert

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Lawalley Aba Cole

Education Expert

Lawalley serves as the Executive Director of the Coalition on Media and Education for Development Africa Forum (CAFOD). He brings extensive experience in education and communication for development, with a focus on aligning educational systems with African labor market needs. Having worked across The Gambia, Mali, Zambia, and Burundi, Lawalley’s contributions to climate resilience and sustainable development are substantial. He has held leadership roles such as Chief of Education at UNICEF and is actively shaping educational strategies in Africa from his base in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.



Lawalley Aba Cole

Education Expert

A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradisematic country, in which roasted parts of sentences fly into your mouth. Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the blind texts it is an almost orthographic life
One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Lorem Ipsum decided to leave for the far World of Grammar. The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because




Dr. Derrick Samuels, PhD, MBA, PMP, PMI-ACP®, PMI-ATPI

Lead Trainer and Speaker

is known
globally as the ‘Voice against
Stagnation,’ impacting over 150,000
individuals annually. He is the
Founder and President of Derrick
Samuels Leadership Institute (DLSI)
and CHRISTIANEURSHIP, and hosts
‘Evening with Dr. Derrick’. He has
spoken at prestigious venues
including the United Nations, and
authored several influential books
such as “The Power of Movement”
and “Christianeurship – Your Spiritual
MBA for Business Success”. Dr.
Derrick, a Certified Project
Management and Agile Professional,
holds a PhD in Applied Management
and Decision Sciences, and has
taught at institutions like Cornell
University and American Military
University.



Dr. Derrick Samuels, PhD, MBA, PMP, PMI-ACP®, PMI-ATPI

Lead Trainer and Speaker

A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradisematic country, in which roasted parts of sentences fly into your mouth. Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the blind texts it is an almost orthographic life
One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Lorem Ipsum decided to leave for the far World of Grammar. The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because




Pritesh Shah

Business Development and Sustainability Expert

With over 20 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, and sales across FinTech, IIoT, sustainability, and energy solutions, Pritesh Shah is a seasoned leader in driving growth and innovation. Based in Singapore, Pritesh has worked extensively across the APAC region, building cross-border partnerships and leading high-impact projects in collaboration with government bodies and multinational corporations.
His expertise spans a wide range of sectors, including ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), energy audits, decarbonization strategies, and sustainability initiatives. Pritesh is currently collaborating with partners in East Africa to accelerate sustainability efforts, focusing on energy audits, decarbonization, and sustainable development practices aimed at reducing environmental impact.
Through his work, Pritesh is committed to promoting long-term environmental and economic benefits, helping businesses integrate ESG principles and enhance their sustainability initiatives. His deep understanding of the region’s sustainability challenges and opportunities, combined with his global perspective from living in Singapore, positions him as a valuable partner for companies seeking innovative solutions in the rapidly evolving sustainability space.



Pritesh Shah

Business Development and Sustainability Expert

A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradisematic country, in which roasted parts of sentences fly into your mouth. Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the blind texts it is an almost orthographic life
One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Lorem Ipsum decided to leave for the far World of Grammar. The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because




Mr. Meseret Abdissa

Senior Air Pollution Monitoring and Control Expert

Mr. Meseret Abdissa Gossa Graduated from Addis Ababa university college of natural and computational sciences with MSc. Degree in environmental science. Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Jima University. Diploma in Chemistry/Biology, Jima College. works as Senior air pollution monitoring and control expert at Ethiopian environmental protection Authority, member of parliament and Pastoralists affairs standing committee, leader at different office of Dembi- Dollo town, teaches at a different school and has participated in various vocational training programs, including courses on gender budgeting and auditing, environmental pollution, leadership, transformational leadership, and basic law education.



Mr. Meseret Abdissa

Senior Air Pollution Monitoring and Control Expert

A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradisematic country, in which roasted parts of sentences fly into your mouth. Even the all-powerful Pointing has no control about the blind texts it is an almost orthographic life
One day however a small line of blind text by the name of Lorem Ipsum decided to leave for the far World of Grammar. The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because