
Accomplished Senior Economist with extensive experience at the Directorate of Public Investment, Angola. Expert in international economics and policy analysis, successfully managed over $8.79 billion in public project financing. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and drive strategic investment decisions, ensuring alignment with national development priorities.
interests sit at the crossroads of philanthropy and poverty reduction, shaped by what I have witnessed throughout my career I am increasingly drawn to new approaches that move beyond traditional charity and focus instead on practical, evidence-based solutions that genuinely respond to the needs of communities Over the years, I have seen how interventions grounded in real data, careful listening, and human-centered design can reduce the vulnerabilities that keep families trapped in hardship
I am particularly interested in emerging models such as catalytic capital, impact investing, and locally led development—approaches that give communities the tools and autonomy to create their own progress I am also passionate about initiatives that bring together nutrition, financial education, women’s economic empowerment, and access to schooling, because I have witnessed how even small, well-targeted programs can transform daily life
Ultimately, I hope to contribute to a generation of leaders committed to using philanthropy not simply to give, but to expand dignity, opportunity, and long-term social mobility