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AfriVision Austria 2026

The people

Team and trainers

The team that organises AfriVision Austria 2026 — and the trainers and speakers who work with the participants on the workshop days.

The team

The people who organise AfriVision Austria 2026.

  • Dama speaking at a Diaspora Business Hub Event

    Damascene Dusingizimana

    The platform, the confidence and the community I wish I’d had when I first arrived in Austria.
  • Lyn speaking and presenting in front of the Diaspora Business Hub Audience

    Lynette Penkner

    Every migrant carries more than a suitcase. We carry memories, values, dreams, and identity. In the journey from one place to another, we become bridges that unite cultures and enrich the world.

    Lynette Penkner is an entrepreneur, climate advocate, and media host championing regenerative systems, green innovation, and Africa–Europe economic collaboration. As Founder of Adventure Horizons and Host of Green Moves, Bold Minds on Radio Afrika TV, she spotlights pioneering green technologies, visionary entrepreneurs, and diverse leadership shaping a more sustainable future.

    Recognized as a global voice in GreenTech, Lynette also serves as an international business advisor, fostering cross-border partnerships and advancing sustainable business opportunities. She is an alumna of the AGYLE 2026 (African-German Young Leaders in Business) programme, reflecting her commitment to leadership, innovation, and stronger economic ties between Africa and Europe.

  • Sebastian Kern — portrait
    Digitale Partnerschaft & Marketing

    Sebastian Kern

    No one is given talent for themselves alone. It is entrusted to us to be shared - and it grows the moment we give it away.
  • Portrait of the AfriVision Team Member Bianca

    Bianca Karigl-Mahmoud

    I am involved with Afrivision because I believe that real change happens when people from different backgrounds work together as equals and create spaces where everyone is seen and can develop their strengths.
  • Picture of Joseph

    Joseph

    Sustainable change happens when we combine creative vision with technical execution. By building strong digital and visual identities, we help local innovations make a global impression.
  • Youssouf — portrait

    Youssouf Simbo Diakite

    Alone, we may move fast. Together, we create lasting impact.

Trainers and speakers

The welcome evening and the workshops, day by day.

All speakers

In programme order, from the welcome evening to the last workshop.

  1. Lynette PenknerPowerhouse SpeakerWelcome evening
  2. Hope MwanakeEnvironmental scientist and entrepreneur, KenyaWelcome evening
  3. Rilwan MogajiSEO expert, Chairman of the Diaspora Business Hub ViennaWelcome evening
  4. Precious Sandy Zeinzinger-TuitzWorkshop day 1
  5. Mag. Nikolina Šarić, MAFounder of InterconnectedWorkshop day 1
  6. Dr. Leticia Alves da SilvaFounder of The Communication LabWorkshop day 1
  7. Esther Madi, MA MScFounder of E-Baraka, the Pan-African Institute for DevelopmentWorkshop day 2
  8. Michael SalgadoCo-founder and CEO of CESAWorkshop day 2
  9. Solomon OkpurukhrePainter, sculptor and curatorWorkshop day 2

Welcome evening

Thu 22 October 2026 · 18:00–20:00

Tech Gate Vienna, Donau-City-Straße 1, 1220 Wien

The evening opens with an interactive cooking session: the participants cook together and welcome each other.

Workshop day 1

Fri 23 October 2026

Lassallestraße 20/3, 1020 Wien

Workshop day 2

Sat 24 October 2026

Tech Gate Vienna, Donau-City-Straße 1, 1220 Wien

  • Portrait of Esther Mady
    Meet the speaker

    Esther Madi, MA MSc

    Founder of E-Baraka, the Pan-African Institute for Development

    Topic
    Workshop 4 · Leadership & Community Engagement
    When
    Workshop day 2 · Sat 24 October 2026

    Esther Madi is a social entrepreneur, development practitioner, and pioneer in the field of PeaceTech. As the Founder of E-Baraka (the Pan-African Institute for Development), she is dedicated to building sustainable bridges between African nations and the European Union, focusing on economic inclusion, circular economy practices, and supporting education. Operating from Vienna, Esther is an advocate for human security and a “people-centered approach” to international development. Her work brings together international diplomats, academics, and diaspora communities to champion inclusive data practices and foster intercultural leadership.

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  • Portrait of Michael Salgado
    Meet the speaker

    Michael Salgado

    Co-founder and CEO of CESA

    Topic
    Workshop 5 · Career Development & Entrepreneurship
    When
    Workshop day 2 · Sat 24 October 2026

    Co-founder and CEO of CESA, which supports start-ups and scale-ups in their growth — funding, investor connections and new markets.

    Serial Founder from Vienna, 2x exits, one bankruptcy (embrace the failures).

    Helping founders to get on the right path!

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  • Portrait of Solomon Okpurukhre
    Meet the speaker

    Solomon Okpurukhre

    Painter, sculptor and curator

    Topic
    Workshop 6 · Creativity & Talent Development
    When
    Workshop day 2 · Sat 24 October 2026

    Nigerian-born Austrian visual artist working across painting, sculpture and graphic design. Born in Lagos, he worked as a freelance painter and sculptor in Dakar, Senegal, from 1991 to 1999. His work explores humanity, spirituality, cultural identity, peace and the natural world; it has been exhibited internationally, and in 2013 he received first prize at the 19th African American Art Exhibition in Louisville, Kentucky. In 2001 he founded SARTO Art Agency in Vienna, which curates exhibitions with artists from many countries.

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