The Expert has worked extensively in the fields of Transitional Justice, Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration of Ex-Combatants, Security Sector Reform, Sustainable Livelihoods, Gender and Conflict Resolution in Africa.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and History and a Master’s degree in Gender Studies from University of Sierra Leone; another Master’s degree in International Development Studies from the University of Amsterdam; and a Doctorate degree in Economics from the Leipzig Graduate School of Management in Germany.
He currently lectures at the Peace and Conflict Studies Programme, Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, and he is also a senior partner at Transition International, a consultancy firm based in the Netherlands.
Occupation: Consultant
Countries of expertise: Belgium, Central African Republic, Cote d`Ivoire, Cyprus, Germany, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Netherlands, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Togo, Uganda, Zimbabwe
PhD Candidate and Tutor in Comparative Politics of West Africa and International Relations at Florida International University (US). Principal research focuses on issues of ethnicity, nationalism, identity politics, political violence, civil society, democratization, elections and informal institutions in West African politics. Experienced in academic research and teaching within Nigerian institutions, adept in political science and data analysis, with a strong background in authoritarian politics.
Occupation: With a comprehensive background spanning various esteemed insti-tutions, the expert brings extensive expertise. Having served as a Re-search Intern at both the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) and the Nigeria Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), the expert has developed extensive skills on political sci-ence research, data analysis, and publication review. The experts roles as a Teaching Assistant at Florida International University and an Academic Tutor at Lagos State University have underscored his commitment to education and mentorship.
Countries of expertise: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Congo (Republic of), Cote d`Ivoire, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo
The Expert is a social science researcher and Assistant Professor of African politics. She has expertise with quantitative & qualitative research on energy, climate change, environment, natural resource management, democracy, human rights, civil society, education, and forced migration. She is a certified project manager, technical writer, and program & project evaluator. She has has deep expertise in the African region and specifically on countries in West Africa, East Africa, southern Africa, and the DR Congo.
Occupation: Senior Researcher and Assistant Professor
Countries of expertise: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Congo (Republic of), Cote d`Ivoire, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Nigeria, Norway, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, United States of America, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Dr D’Orsi has a vast academic and consulting portfolio across the African continent - As a Lecturer and Senior Research Fellow at the South African Research Chair in International Law (SARCIL) at the University of Johannesburg since October 2016, the expert has supervised numerous research projects and delivered presentations to LLM students in Refugee Law, Migration Law, and Human Rights Law, while also contributing as a Guest Lecturer at various institutions globally, including the Centre for Human Rights at the University of Pretoria and the University of Perugia. Additionally, the expert’s extensive experience as a consultant for organizations such as the South African Institute for Security Studies and the Office of the City Manager, City of Tshwane, has further enriched his expertise in areas of migration, refugee protection, and integration policies, particularly in relation to persons from African countries, and can speak to country conditions throughout the continent.
Occupation: Your Occupation: The expert has served as a Lecturer and Senior Research Fellow at the South African Research Chair in International Law (SARCIL) at the University of Johannesburg. His responsibilities include conducting and supervising research projects for publication, delivering presentations to LLM students on Refugee Law, Migration Law, and Human Rights Law, and co-supervising LLM dissertations. Dr D’Orsi also serves as a Guest Lecturer at the Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria, teaching courses on Migration and forced migration in Africa and beyond. His career also involves visiting lecturer positions at various institutions, including the University of Perugia and Saint Thomas University School of Law, focusing on migration governance, refugee protection, and intercultural human rights. Additionally, the expert has served as a consultant for organizations such as the South African Institute for Security Studies and the Office of the City Manager, City of Tshwane, advising on issues related to African migrants, refugees, and integration into the South African socio-economic fabric.
Countries of expertise: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo (Republic of), Democratic Republic of Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
The Expert is a public health professional with 25 years of experience in global health programming and research on health and human rights, stigma, health and social equity. Much of her work has been in Africa (West and Southern Africa) centering on research and programs pertaining to access to sexual and reproductive health, HIV, and equitable health sytems.
Occupation: Public health consultant
Countries of expertise: Barbados, Guinea, Liberia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Togo, Zimbabwe
David Glovsky is an Assistant Professor of African History at Boston University (BU). He is a historian of 19th and 20th century West Africa, with a focus on Senegal, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, and Guinea. His research and teaching interests include histories of mobility and migration, borderlands, spatial history, Islam, citizenship, gender, and histories of popular culture/sport.
Prof. Glovsky has extensive research experience in greater Senegambia, focused on cross-border mobility and belonging among primarily rural communities. His work is embedded in understanding how people in border regions conceive of their spaces, rather than state views from the outside. He holds a B.A. in History and Human Geography from Dartmouth College and a Ph.D. in African History from Michigan State University. Prior his time at BU, he taught in the Department of Africana Studies at the University at Albany, State University of New York.
Occupation: Assistant Professor of History, Boston University
Countries of expertise: Gambia, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Senegal
Professor and Head of Research Group Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology, Halle/S., Germany. 20 years of experience preparing expert reports concerning the issues mentioned under “Expertise: Areas of expertise”.
Occupation: Professor and Head of Research Group
Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology, Halle/S., Germany
Countries of expertise: Gambia, Guinea, Indonesia, Liberia, Nigeria, Philippines, Senegal, Sierra Leone
Dr. Muzong W. Kodi has more than 40 years of research, writing and lecturing on Africa as well as working and residing in several African countries. He has written more than 200 country expert reports for asylum seekers and other migrants from several African countries. He has also provided more than 100 authentication reports for official documents and several reports on nationality and adoption cases. As a consultant, he has been contracted by international organisations, regional African organisations, and multinational companies. He previously held senior management positions in Transparency International, Amnesty, International, and the African Centre for Monetary Studies. I also taught at the University of Nairobi in Kenya and the University of Lubumbashi in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
He holds a PhD in African History from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, USA, and speaks fluent French, English, Lingala, and Kikongo, as well as intermediary Swahili.
Occupation: International Consultant in governance, anti-corruption, human rights, as well as political and investment risks in Africa.
Countries of expertise: the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Republic of Congo (… Read more
Occupation: International Consultant in governance, anti-corruption, human rights, as well as political and investment risks in Africa.
Countries of expertise: Angola, Burundi, Congo (Republic of), Democratic Republic of Congo, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda
Journalist and researcher, with more than twenty years experience reporting on human rights, development issues and related humanitarian affairs. Has prepared a number of expert witness reports for the UK, USA and the Netherlands. Extensive base of complementary knowledge in Francophone Africa.
Occupation: Journalist and Researcher specialising in Sub-Sahara Africa
Countries of expertise: Angola, Cameroon, Congo (Republic of), Cote d`Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Gambia, Guinea, Liberia, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone
Dr. Primus Tazanu is a trained social anthropologist, having obtained a PhD from the University of Freiburg, Germany, and an MA from the University of Aalborg, Denmark. Throughout his career, Dr. Primus has made consistent and valuable contributions to the field of social anthropology, evidenced by his production of highquality peer-reviewed publications. As a curious and passionate scholar, he delves into the depths of everyday social events and societal phenomena, continuously uncovering new insights. Dr. Primus Tazanu's dedication to excellence goes beyond his academic pursuits, as he also excels in organizational skills, ensuring the prompt and efficient completion of his tasks. Furthermore, he takes pride in providing his valuable expertise at an affordable fee, demonstrating a strong commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. In conclusion, Dr. Primus Tazanu's remarkable academic background, inquisitive nature, organizational acumen, and considerate pricing make him a highly respected and sought-after expert in the realm of country-of-origin information.
Occupation: Senior Lecturer in Social Anthropology
Countries of expertise: Burundi, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo