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The Africa Business Club at HBS empowers African leaders, builds community, and bridges Harvard with the continent through culture, careers, and impact.
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What We Stand For ...

We elevate African voices, foster global community, and shape how Africa shows up in business not just at HBS, but in the world beyond.
The Africa Business Club has been a cornerstone of student life at Harvard Business School for over two decades, creating a space where African identity, business leadership, and global ambition converge. Founded to increase the visibility of Africa within the HBS experience, the club has grown into a platform for community, dialogue, and influence. Today, its members lead initiatives that connect students with African business leaders, support prospective applicants, and shape how Africa is represented in classrooms and boardrooms alike.

Through year-round programming, the club continues to challenge perceptions and expand possibilities. Its alumni now span industries and continents, forming a global network of change-makers rooted in shared values. As the future of Africa unfolds, the Africa Business Club stands ready to keep building, bridging, and leading at HBS and far beyond.
The Africa Business Club is an official student organization at Harvard Business School and part of a vibrant ecosystem of student-led initiatives.

Our Objectives

1
Foster Community
Establish the club as a strongcommunity for Africans at HBS
2
Highlight Opportunity
Establish the club as a strong community for Africans at HBS
3
Shape the Curriculum
Integrate the coverage of
African countries and
businesses into the HBS
curriculum through the
development of case studies
4
Drive Dialogue
Promote the discussion of
economic, political and social
issues confronting the
continent through fireside
chats, speaker panels and the
conference
5
Bridge Talent & Industry
Provide a two-sided platform
where students can find African career opportunities and employers can access talent
6
Support Future Students
Increase applications from, and admittance of African students to HBS and serve as a resource to such prospective students

2024-2025 Club Leadership

Amanda Rothamel
Co-president

Amanda Rothamel

'Demilade Oresanya
Co-president

'Demilade Oresanya

Mubashir Ekungba
CFO

Mubashir Ekungba

A Lifelong Network, Rooted in Purpose

From the moment you consider applying to long after graduation, the Africa Business Club stays with you. We’re a community that opens doors, shares knowledge, and grows stronger with time because connection doesn’t end with a diploma.
Prospective
Students
We guide future applicants through mentorship, shared stories, and real insight into what it means to thrive as an African at HBS.
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Alumni

Network
ABC alumni mentor, collaborate, and lead across industries, keeping the community strong long after graduation.
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Activities

Upcoming Events

From speaker sessions to socials, our calendar is packed with moments to learn, lead, and connect. There's always something happening in the ABC community.
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Our Pillars

Everything we do falls into three focus areas: building community, connecting with the continent, and supporting each other through the HBS journey and beyond.

Community

1
Socials & Community
2
Programming & External Affairs
3
Marketing
4
Alumni
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Continent

1
Continental Focus Projects
2
Conference
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CONTINUUM

1
Admissions
2
Academics
3
Careers
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Strong bonds

Africa Focused,


Globally connected

Across continents and industries, the Africa Business Club community is shaping the future of business, policy, and innovation. Our network spans global finance, tech, healthcare, entrepreneurship, and development  powered by alumni who lead with purpose and students who rise with vision.

From Africa to the world, we are connected by more than a school, we are bound by a shared commitment to Africa’s progress. For those who come next, this is more than a club. It is a launchpad, a family, and a legacy in motion.
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