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Who We Are

A world-class multi-sports academy

Baobab Kunda will be the premier multi-sports academy in Africa. Based in Senegal, we aim to provide quality academic, and vocational education to individuals aged 12-20 years old. Baobab Kunda will not just prepare our students for a life in sports but, for a life after/outside of sports too.

State-of-the-art sports facilities

A unique combination of sport management services

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We are creating a comprehensive system that democratizes access to advanced training and development for African athletes, matching the standards of top global institutions.

Mission

Empowering African Athletes for Global Excellence

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By providing the highest level of talent identification, player development, and elite athletic competition at our sports and vocational training academy in Senegal, Baobab Kunda will defeat the purpose of African Talent having to travel oversees for training and access to state-of-the-art facilities

Talent identification and opportunity has been lacking on the continent for too long and Baobab Kunda aims to bridge this gap. Through its products and services, Baobab Kunda aims to contribute to the emergence of Africa as a nurturing and breeding ground for world-class talents, fostering a new generation of athletes who can compete on the global stage.

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Values

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Excellence

Excellence

Baobab Kunda lays the foundation for a future where Africa plays a pivotal role in the world of sports, contributing to exceptional athletes.

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People

People

We are all about cultivating a holistic, vibrant ecosystem and extended community where all members flourish.

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Social Impact

Social Impact

Through sports, children can forge a better opportunity for themselves and their communities.

The Team

Top Management & Directors

Meet our visionary top management team, driving Baobab Kunda’s mission to empower talent and redefine excellence in sports and education. Their expertise and dedication lay the foundation for a brighter future!

Lamine Savané

President - CEO - Founder

Lamine is a seasoned executive with 25 years of leadership experience in Sports. With a strong foundation in Finance and a proven track record in managing sports projects worldwide, he brings a unique blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to the table

Sitapha Savané

Executive VP Strategic Planning and Partnerships

Sitapha had a very successful 18-year professional basketball career in Spain. He played in 5 different teams and had his jersey retired in Gran Canaria where he was team captain for 8 years. He then completed an executive MBA at ESCP Europe, one of the top ranked programs worldwide. Now Sitapha is the first African executive president of a top European basketball club, leading Gran Canaria to the Eurocup championship in his first year ...More

Rob Hanna

Sports and program development Director

Rob Hanna is a former professional athlete who now utilizes his management skills, operational expertise, and training discipline to advise sports teams and organizations globally. His specialties include sport facility advisory services, encompassing player development, sport performance, sports medicine, player analysis, data capture and analysis, product development and commercialization, and business scaling...More

Cheikh Diop

Finance Director

Cheikh Diop is an accomplished professional with extensive experience managing financial operations across West Africa. He has held notable positions with Dalberg Advisors and COFINA, where his expertise in financial management and analysis has been instrumental. Cheikh has successfully led numerous projects, consistently driving growth for various entities in the region....More

Olivier Pognon

Legal Director

Olivier is the CEO of the African Legal Support Facility (ALSF) since 2021, with nearly 20 years of experience in international law, having previously worked in telecommunications, development finance, and corporate law across various global organizations. He holds a Bar degree from Barreau des Hauts-de-Seine, a master’s degree in Project & Structured Finance from Ecole Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées, a post-graduate degree in business law from Paris V Malakoff University....More

Foundational Partner

AFIG Funds

Advanced Finance & Investment Group

AFIG Funds is a private equity firm focused on investments in West, Central and East Africa. The firm aims to promote economic development by providing growth capital to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large companies across various sectors. AFIG Funds leverages its extensive regional expertise and networks to support portfolio companies and venture studio partners, to enhance their operational capabilities, and drive sustainable growth. The firm is known for its commitment to fostering inclusive economic development on the African continent ...More

Papa Madiaw Ndiaye

Founder/CEO

Papa Madiaw Ndiaye is the Founder and CEO of AFIG Funds, a private equity firm established in 2005, managing USD 270 million in assets across diverse sectors and countries. In 2024, he became Chairman of Ecobank Transnational Inc., Africa's largest banking conglomerate operating in 33 countries. With three decades of experience in emerging markets, Papa has led over 25 transactions in Africa, co-founded the AIG African Infrastructure Fund, and serves on various boards. He holds degrees from Harvard, Wharton (MBA), and the Lauder Institute, and is recognized for his leadership in African business and finance. ...More

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