Meet Our
Dedicated Team
The passionate humans who work tirelessly to empower Bamenda's tech community — leaders, mentors, volunteers, and visionaries.
Leadership Team
Ngum Patrick
Executive Director
Visionary leader with 10+ years in tech education and community building across Africa. Former Google Developer Expert.
Awah Diane
Programs Director
Designs and oversees all SGF learning programs. M.Sc. Computer Science, passionate about accessible tech education.
Tanyi Bernard
Technical Lead
Full-stack engineer and DevOps expert who architected SGF's learning platforms and mentors 30+ bootcamp students.
Mbu Grace
Community Manager
Keeps the SGF community thriving. Organizes 50+ events per year and ensures every member feels welcomed and valued.
Fonkam Jules
Research & Innovation Lead
Leads our AI and emerging tech research initiatives. PhD candidate in Machine Learning at University of Buea.
Nfor Anastasia
Partnerships & Outreach
Builds and maintains relationships with corporate partners, sponsors, and NGOs across Africa and globally.
Taku Emmanuel
Finance & Operations
Ensures SGF runs efficiently. CPA with expertise in nonprofit finance and community organization management.
Lum Elvira
Creative Director
Heads brand, design, and communications. Ensures every touchpoint of SGF reflects our community's bold identity.
Board of Directors
Dr. Wamba Christine
Board Chair
Professor of Computer Science, University of Bamenda. 20+ years in academia and tech policy.
Eng. Njiné Roland
Vice Chair
CEO of TechCom Cameroon. Pioneer of ICT infrastructure development in the Northwest Region.
Mrs. Fokam Laure
Board Secretary
Education entrepreneur and founder of three vocational training centers across the Grassfields.
Mr. Asaah Martin
Treasurer
Chartered accountant and investment consultant with deep experience in nonprofit financial management.
Our Expert Mentors
Industry professionals who generously give their time to guide the next generation of African tech talent.
Ndong Samuel
Web Development MentorSenior Engineer at Flutterwave. Specializes in scalable backend systems and payment integrations.
Ngassa Rosine
UI/UX Design MentorProduct designer with 8 years at international design agencies. Expert in user research and design systems.
Fru Dennis
Data Science MentorML Engineer at a Nairobi-based AI startup. Teaches Python, machine learning, and data storytelling.
Che Leona
Product Management MentorPM at a SaaS company in Douala. Expert in Agile, OKRs, and shipping tech products in African markets.
Ndam Victor
Cybersecurity MentorInformation security specialist with certifications in CEH, CISSP. Passionate about secure coding practices.
Mbeng Rita
Entrepreneurship MentorSerial founder who has launched 3 tech startups and raised $200K+ in funding. Guides founders from idea to MVP.
Our Amazing Volunteers
Want to Be Part of
Our Team?
We're always looking for passionate people to join as volunteers, mentors, or staff. Your skills can change lives.