OUR GLOBAL PRESENCE
Country Networks
PACE operates through regional networks led by trusted coordinators who bring local expertise, strong relationships, and a commitment to driving meaningful partnerships and sustainable growth across Africa.
CENTRAL AFRICA REGIONAL NETWORK
Burundi, Rwanda,
Democratic Republic of Congo
Countries:
Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
Headquarters:
Regional Coordinator:
ChristianMaloba
Email:
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Based in:
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Partnership Development
Trade
Technology
Economic Development
LANGUAGES
English
French
Lingala
Swahili (Congo)
“ PERSONAL BACKGROUND
I am married and a father of three children two boys and a daughter. I am interested in connecting people, organizations, and opportunities in ways that strengthen communities and create meaningful economic and professional outcomes.
WEST AFRICA REGIONAL NETWORK
Regional Coordinator:
Abdul Tejan
Based in:
Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone, Ghana, Guinea
Countries:
LANGUAGES
French
Freetown, Sierra Leone
Headquarters:
Email:
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Infrastructure
Technology
Housing
Education
English
“PERSONAL BACKGROUND
I possess a Bachelor's in Tourism and Hotel Management and a Master's in Business Administration. I enjoy utilizing my professional background to connect international visitors and businesses with tourism, hospitality, travel and travel-connected university experiences, focusing on local organization and community connections.
EAST AFRICA REGIONAL NETWORK
Regional Coordinator:
Meron Zeleke Tenaw
Based in:
Ethiopia
Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Countries:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Headquarters:
Email:
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Partnership Development
Higher Education
Project Coordination
Economic Development
LANGUAGES
English
Amharic
“PERSONAL BACKGROUND
I possess a Bachelor's in Tourism and Hotel Management and a Master's in Business Administration. I enjoy utilizing my professional background to connect international visitors and businesses with tourism, hospitality, travel and travel-connected university experiences, focusing on local organization and community connections.
UNITED STATES NETWORK
United States Coordinator
Title:
Deon Myers
Name:
Email:
Washington, D.C., USA
Based in:
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Partnership Development
Government Relations
Commercial Partnerships
Business Development
Community Engagement
Strategic Outreach
Stakeholder Relations
LANGUAGES
English
“PERSONAL BACKGROUND
Deon has dedicated his career to connecting organizations and people in ways that create lasting value for communities. His experience working with government and commercial partners provides a practical understanding of how successful collaborations are built across sectors. He believes meaningful partnerships are rooted in trust, communication, and shared objectives.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Name:
Jeff Smith
Executive Director
Title:
Email:
Washington, D.C., USA
Based in:
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Strategic Partnerships
Organizational Leadership
International Engagement
Education Collaboration
Economic Development
Cross-Cultural Relations
LANGUAGES
English
“PERSONAL BACKGROUND
A U.S. Army veteran, lawyer, and former U.S. federal housing official and nonprofit executive, Jeff brings a multidisciplinary background in public service, community development, strategic partnerships, and organizational leadership.
One Africa. Stronger Together.
Our regional networks are the bridge between local knowledge and global opportunities.