Independent judgement
Our research and dialogue are guided by evidence and the public interest.
TRUST, ACCOUNTABILITY & STEWARDSHIP
Accountability is part of our impact.
Strong governance helps AIDA remain independent in thought, responsible in practice and accountable to the communities and partners we serve.
01 / OUR COMMITMENT
Public purpose deserves public trust.
AIDA is building a culture of integrity, learning and transparent decision-making. Our governance arrangements are designed to protect our mission and strengthen the quality of our work.
Responsible stewardship
We aim to manage people, partnerships and resources with care.
Open learning
We share what we learn, including the lessons that improve our practice.
Respect & inclusion
We create conditions for people to participate safely and meaningfully.
02 / HOW WE ARE ORGANISED
Clear roles. Shared responsibility.
Governing body
Provides strategic oversight, protects AIDA’s mission and monitors organisational performance.
Executive leadership
Leads day-to-day strategy, delivery, partnerships and accountable management.
Research & programmes
Develops evidence, convenes dialogue and delivers initiatives with communities and partners.
03 / POLICIES & DISCLOSURES
How we hold ourselves to account.
As AIDA’s governance documents are formally approved, they will be published here for public access.
04 / MEET OUR FOUNDER
Dr. Seth Antwi Asiamah
Founder · Africa Innovation & Development Academy
Dr. Seth Antwi Asiamah is an Economist, Researcher and Educationist with experience in higher education, quantitative research and applied economic analysis.
He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Lincoln, United Kingdom, an MSc in International Business Economics, a BSc in Economics and Entrepreneurship, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Mathematics).
Contact AIDA →OUR PEOPLE
Meet the people behind AIDA.
Experience in project delivery, research and innovation.
Project Manager
Jacob Diameh
Jacob Diameh is an accomplished strategic leader, project management professional, researcher, entrepreneur, lecturer and community leader.
Chairperson
Dr Christian Agyapong Sarfo
Dr Christian Agyapong Sarfo is a scholar of entrepreneurship, strategy and innovation, with research interests spanning entrepreneurial ecosystems, organisational learning, innovation, sustainability, and the growth and resilience of small and medium-sized enterprises. He is a Lecturer in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Lincoln International Business School, University of Lincoln, UK, and holds a PhD in Strategic Management from the University of Otago, New Zealand.
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Christian's research has been published in internationally recognised journals including Entrepreneurship & Regional Development, Technological Forecasting and Social Change, Journal of Small Business Management, International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research, Journal of Technology Transfer, among others. His work frequently examines how organisations and entrepreneurs navigate resource constraints, institutional complexity, uncertainty, and changing competitive environments.
Beyond his research, Christian is actively involved in building and supporting scholarly communities. He serves as an Associate Editor of Strategic Change, sits on several editorial and advisory boards, and is a member of the British Academy of Management Peer Review College. He also serves as Track Chair for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Academy of Management Ghana and supervises doctoral researchers at both PhD and DBA levels.
Having studied and worked across Africa, Asia, Europe and Australasia, Christian brings an international perspective to academic collaboration. He is particularly committed to creating inclusive scholarly communities, facilitating meaningful research partnerships, supporting emerging scholars, and connecting rigorous academic research with societal and organisational challenges.