Africa Mentor: Coaching and Resources for entrepreneurs and non-profits

Consultation and Research

If you desire to initiate a project in Africa, we have the resources to help you think through the many dynamics and variables that are unique to working on that continent. We want to meet with you, listen to your dreams and aspirations, to understand how you define success. Once we know where you are headed, we will help you with the heavy lifting of research and present you with an accurate picture of...

Orientation to Africa

We have lived and worked in Africa for decades. We introduce non-profit leaders, entrepreneurs and their team members to African culture and society. We understand that the success of your project depends not only on your expertise, but on your ability to communicate and interact with Africans. Africa is a mosaic of many cultures, terrains, logistics, governments and worldviews. We design orientation sessions...

Identify Resources

Logistics are some the most time-consuming and frustrating activities one can face in Africa, especially at the beginning of a project. What type of visa is required and how does one promptly receive it? How do you find a guesthouse, apartment or house? What are the best options for telephone and internet connections? What does the government expect concerning dealings with local workers? We will...

About Africa Mentor

A Personalized Team

I am Richard Chowning, the Africa Mentor. I am at your service, to help your non-profit organization or business make working in Africa efficient and successful.

I have twenty-five years of in-resident experience in Africa. I know the best ropes to help you over the hurdles you will, no doubt, encounter working in Africa.

Program Analysis

Practical Assessment

There are many ways to work toward your personal and organizational goals, but not all of them are cost efficient or successful.

A knowledgeable outsider can often identify problems with methods and strategies that others have trouble ferreting out because they are too close to the project. Our years of experience in

Services

Full-Service Mentoring

Africa Mentor is a one-stop consultancy for non-profits and entrepreneurs involved in, or wishing to work in Africa.

If you need assistance in any phase of your project, we have either the personal experience, knowledge, resources, or personnel in our network to help you.