WYCJ Africa

Angélique Umutesi Muhavani is a dedicated lawyer and researcher from Kenya with a passion for environmental governance. Holding an LLB from Strathmore University, she has already made her mark through impactful work with the Loss and Damage Youth Coalition, the Centre for Rights Education and Awareness Kenya, the International Centre for Animal Rights and Ethics, the United Nations Environment Programme, and now World’s Youth for Climate Justice. When she's not advocating for climate justice, Angélique is likely delving into the latest trends in one health, animal welfare, and the world of effective altruism.

Email: angelique@wy4cj.org

Lawrence Kariuki is a strategic communicator and storyteller passionate about amplifying African voices in the climate justice space. He is pursuing a Master’s majoring in Climate and Health Communications at Aga Khan University and holds a B.A. in Communications from Daystar University. At WYCJ, he serves as the Communications Lead for the African Front and is part of the global communications team, supporting campaigns that highlight climate advocacy across Africa. Lawrence believes communication can bridge gaps, shift narratives, and elevate underrepresented voices. He is also the founder of Farmer Kariuki magazine, which focuses on climate-smart agriculture and Pan-African climate stories.

Email: lawrence@wy4cj.org

Taofeeq Alatise is a practicing legal practitioner based in Nigeria. He recently made a foray into academics, where he combines his advocacy skills with lecturing in the University. Taofeeq is a Researcher with a special interest in Environmental Law and Litigation, and has written scholarly articles in local and international journals. As an activist, he volunteers for international organisations like the World Lawyers Pledge for Climate Justice, Amnesty International, Stop Ecocide International, And recently as National Rapporteur for the Sabin Center For Climate Change Law of the Columbia Law School. Taofeeq strongly believes that law, when rightly deployed, can be a potent tool to Achieve Climate Justice and a sustainable future.

Peter Bulimo is an ambitious environmentalist and campaigner working at the climate-nature-justice intersect. He has a soft spot for nature-based solutions, climate justice and supporting youth action within the environmental space, acknowledging them as co-leaders and experts who can drive real change. He endeavours to help break systematic barriers that hinder meaningful youth participation and advocate for their meaningful engagement within the environmental space.

Collins Kudakwashe Shava holds a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy from Midlands State University, a Master’s in Public Policy and Governance from Africa University and a postgraduate Bachelor of Social Science Special Honors in Monitoring and Evaluation from Lupane State University. He is currently studying law at the University of South Africa. He has over 5 years experience in designing and implementing climate justice programmes. He has interest in climate change, and biodiversity conservation. He has also worked as a researcher in climate change finance.

Clement Ifeanyi is a youth and student activist from Nigeria. A member of the Climate reality Europe. He is a research scholar at the Islands and Small States Institute (University of Malta) focusing on climate change adaptation. He is passionate about the environment, working with several NGOS in developing youth mentoring programmes for environmental sustainability. He is also a contributing writer at climate change writers. Currently, he is the WYCJ coordinator for Central Africa.

ATTEGOUA Hombalotouna Marcelline, Alumni Mandela Washington Fellowship 2019, is an Environmental Activist and Gender – Youth Advocate in Togo. She is committed to the protection of the environment trough education and Climate Justice actions. Her expertise extends across diverse domains, including but not limited to project management, community development programs, advocacy, resource mobilization, communication and networking. She is a project coordinator at Jeunes Volontaires pour l’Environnement-JVE (Young Volunteers for the Environment), an International NGO dedicated to strengthen the leadership of young people for their involvement in the sustainable development of communities. She strongly believe that resilient communities, healthy ecosystems and socioeconomic prosperity is possible through Climate justice actions.