A technology entrepreneur and education philanthropist, Tom founded the African Gifted Foundation to provide educational opportunities to talented African girls with a passion for Maths and Science. He is currently CEO of Crossword Cybersecurity, Chair of the Rugby Football Union, Non-Executive Director of WPP, and Honorary Fellow of Jesus College, Oxford. In 2017, he was voted Britain’s most influential person of Afro-Caribbean descent.

Yasameen leads the foundation, focusing on outreach, advocacy, and partnerships. With a background in the education and non-profit sector, Yasameen is passionate about girls’ education and women’s empowerment. She holds an MSc in Development Studies from SOAS University of London.

Email: yasameen.al-jboury@africangifted.org

George cultivates and sustains relationships with external organisations to garner support for our initiatives. His 5 years of experience in media and advertising have equipped him with valuable skills in sales and account management across diverse industries. Having always had a passion for education and social mobility, George is determined to apply his expertise in an impactful way. He is driven to provide a platform that empowers many young women to reach their full potential.

george.handscomb@africangifted.org

Victoria is responsible for building connections with alumnae and contributing to communications at the African Gifted Foundation. She is passionate about empowering African women, advocating for diversity, and advancing equality for girls. Victoria is committed to supporting women in technology, and dedicated to driving positive change in Africa.

Email : victoria.Ofosu-Kwabe@africangifted.org

The African Science Academy is headed by Ms Gifty Ghansah, who joined ASA with extensive experience as an educator in the UK and Ghana. She was most recently Vice Principal and Head of Mathematics at a leading Academy in London where she taught for 14 years. Gifty believes in an education that develops students academically, emotionally and mentally to prepare them for the challenges and opportunities they will go on to face.

Levina is Deputy Headteacher and our much-loved and award-winning Maths teacher who leads our Maths department. In 2018, Levina was awarded a Teacher Certificate of Recognition at the British Council’s PSGN Awards.

Maxwell teaches A-level mathematics and further mathematics. His interest is in building a strong mathematics foundation that will empower ASA students to succeed in STEM. He is also passionate about students’ successful transition into college, and so supports them in their university and scholarship applications.

Michael Tornyo holds a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) He has worked as a Network Operations Engineer for MTN-Ghana NOC, has taught IGCSE, A-Level Physics, IB MYP Physics, IB DP Physics and IB CP Engineering. He was recently selected as an expert to review Ghana’s new science curriculum for Basic 7 to 10. He believes students deserve quality instruction with the opportunity to interact with one another and the instructor.

Elijah is passionate about working with youth and high school students to empower them mathematically and also has a strong commitment to enhancing and supporting mathematics and science education

Beatrice works to coordinate student recruitment across Africa. She works with volunteers, together with the ASA admissions team to ensure that students have a smooth application process and are onboarded successfully into the African Science Academy.

Jennifer leads the Admin & Pastoral Team of the school. Having worked in the Admin Department of ASA, first as the Admissions Officer then as the Admin and Communications Officer, she has vast experience in educational administration and management . She is committed to advocating for equality for girls and driving change in Africa through communication and STEM.

Jennifer is dedicated to her role as admin and admission assistant. She has a diverse background in both retail and education. She passionately advocates for the empowerment of young women, bringing a depth of experience and a fervent desire to make a meaningful impact within her role.

Priscilla is currently the Admin & Communications Officer at ASA. She holds a BA in English from KNUST. She has a proven track record in crafting compelling messages and managing effective communication strategies. She believes combining her administrative prowess and engaging communication can contribute to fostering a collaborative and well-informed environment within the STEM community.

Glory is a dedicated Hostel Guardian with extensive experience in the hospitality industry. With a diploma in hospitality management, having worked with a travel agency, demonstrating leadership and problem-solving skills, she is passionate about empowering young women in STEM, advocating for gender equality, and making a positive impact on others' lives.