Empowering Africa’s Transformation

We support governments and businesses with policy design, interpretation, implementation and tools for sustainable economic transformation.

We aim to partner with governments and businesses in moving towards socially inclusive, economically, and environmentally sustainable organisations by offering evidence-informed policy guidance, imbued with innovative and practical solutions targeted at local challenges. We support institutions to respond to Africa’s evolving challenges and drive sustainable transformation from the ground up.

Through our partnerships, we advance the structural transformation of African economies by fostering inclusive growth, strengthening skills for productive and dignified work, and promoting green industrial policies that drive sustainable transformation across the continent.

Vision

To achieve socially inclusive, economically competitive, and environmentally sustainable systems across Africa through strategic partnerships with governments, businesses, and institutions. We envision a future where growth is inclusive of all communities, and sustainability safeguards natural resources while empowering future generations to thrive.

Mission

To deliver transformative insights, tools, and partnerships that enable the design and implementation of inclusive economic and sustainability policies. Promoting green industrialization, the expansion of productive employment, and the development of workforce capabilities aligned with evolving economic and environmental priorities.

Our Approach

rigorously informed and contextually relevant

We ground all our interventions in a unique, three-part approach that ensures our solutions are both rigorously informed and contextually relevant.

Research informed policies

We ground all our interventions in rigorous, context –relevant research. From macroeconomic analysis to sector-specific diagnostics, our recommendations are driven by data and empirical evidence, ensuring relevance, reliability, and long-term impact.

Local content and knowledge

We prioritise African-led solutions. Our work leverages local expertise, indigenous knowledge systems, and community insights to co-create policies and strategies that reflect Africa’s socio-economic realities and development aspirations.

International collaboration

We build bridges across borders. By working with global research institutions, development partners, and technical experts, we align African policy and business practices with emerging global standards, while ensuring equity and contextual fairness.

Meet Our Team of Experts

At SET Africa, our strength lies in our people. We are a dedicated team of researchers, policy analysts, and sustainability experts committed to African-led solutions.

Dr. Richard Itaman

Founder

Femi Awopegba

Director

Mercy (Maridhia) Mwangi

Client Relationship Manager

Lydia Toluwanimi Adeoye

Associate Director

Board Members

Joseph Ajefu

Advisory Board Member