
Yakama Manty Jones, PhD (nee Mara)
@yakamajones
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Dir of Research @mof_sl seconded as Project Leader @DeliveryAsc|Econ Lecturer |CEO @PIGroupSL| Founder @jones_yak + @DataMansah|Amujae @EJSCenter |My views only
Sierra Leone
Joined September 2009
Penned down some thoughts. Not a 'silver-bullet' but rather a trigger for deeper evaluation of the status quo and action. Let's have a conversation. #privatesectordevelopment #Africa #SierraLeone #policy #design #delivery .
yakamajones.com
Every year, an increasing number of African businesses receive funding, training, and support. But few become the engines of structural transformation the continent needs. Are we moving capital or...
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Honoured to join the Advisory Board of the Centre of Excellence in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEEI) at IPAM. As an #entrepreneur with experience across both the #public and #private sectors, and having completed the Mastering Design Thinking course at the @MIT, I look
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Sometimes we look back to see how far we have come. It's the weekend, have a restful one. #grateful @BlavatnikSchool
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We all must confront the human suffering behind inaction. Do something to positively impact something that needs to change for the better. Have a blessed week! . #ymj #learninganddoing
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It’s always a pleasure to watch @FemiOke in action—whether moderating a high-level panel or guiding a global conversation. You can tell she’s done her homework—she knows the subject, understands her speakers, and moves the conversation with purpose. Always engaging, always on
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As a systems thinker and practitioner, I am grateful for the continued opportunities to engage with governments, the private sector, donors, and academia—each playing a vital role in shaping systems that serve people better. Together, we make progress possible!!!.#justdoit
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Shared some thoughts with @antoniahowardsl on Honestly Speaking_sl . Not quick fixes but suggestions for addressing some structural issues and mapping a path towards sustainable transformation. Listen on @Spotify , @ApplePodcasts.& @YouTube and contribute to the conversation.
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Penned down some thoughts. Not a 'silver-bullet' but rather a trigger for deeper evaluation of the status quo and action. Let's have a conversation. #privatesectordevelopment #Africa #SierraLeone #policy #design #delivery .
yakamajones.com
Every year, an increasing number of African businesses receive funding, training, and support. But few become the engines of structural transformation the continent needs. Are we moving capital or...
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RT @saccohsidi: Earlier today, I delivered a guest lecture at the Royal Holloway University of London to senior academics, AI researchers (….
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To all those serving diligently-.To those working hard to make an honest living-.To those making great sacrifices for the greater good-.To those laying a firm foundation for the future we all desire—.May God bless you richly this #Independence Weekend. #SierraLeone #service #hope
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RT @DataMansah: Results from our recent #survey reveals the festive spending habits of under 40s. From food & beverages topping the list t….
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RT @DataMansah: Our recent survey, engaging over 2,500 respondents, reveals a significant gap between citizens’ aspirations and current rea….
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RT @DataMansah: Our latest survey highlights the differing priorities of men and women for an ideal Sierra Leone. These insights reveal t….
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We stand on the shoulders of those women who dared to defy norms, challenge status quos, and break barriers. Grateful to learn from the former president of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Her Excellency Sahle-Work Zewde. Thank you @EJSCenter. #IWD2025 #womenleaders
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