Our Leadership Team

Our leadership team is made up of passionate young professionals, community builders, and advocates committed to Africa's youth agenda.

Martin Kabogo

Martin Kabogo

Founder & Chairman
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Abdihabiib Yarsin Warsame

Abdihabiib Yarsin Warsame

Executive Director International Affairs
Teddy Ochieng

Teddy Ochieng

Secretary General
Abdimalik Daud Sheik

Abdimalik Daud Sheik

Community Engagement Officer
Fartun Dahir

Fartun Dahir

Gender Affairs Officer

About Our Leaders

Martin Kabogo — Founder & Chairman

Martin Kabogo is the Founder and Chairman of YATBA. A graduate of the University of Nairobi with a BSc in Statistics and an MSc in Finance, Martin brings a data-driven, strategic approach to youth empowerment. His inclusive leadership style bridges ethnic, religious, and social divides to create a unified platform for Africa's young leaders.

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Abdihabiib Yarsin Warsame — Executive Director International Affairs

Abdihabiib leads YATBA's international partnerships and cross-border initiatives. His experience in diplomacy and community organizing strengthens YATBA's presence across East Africa and beyond, fostering collaboration between young leaders from diverse backgrounds.

Teddy Ochieng — Secretary General

Teddy manages YATBA's administrative functions and coordinates organizational activities. As Secretary General, he ensures smooth operations and effective communication across all departments.

Abdimalik Daud Sheik — Community Engagement Officer

Abdimalik drives YATBA's grassroots outreach and community engagement programs. He works to connect young people across counties with YATBA's initiatives and builds bridges between communities for collective impact.

Fartun Dahir — Gender Affairs Officer

Fartun champions gender inclusivity within YATBA, ensuring that young women and marginalized groups have equal access to leadership opportunities, mentorship, and program participation.

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