Ramata N’Diaye is a social entrepreneur and expert in entrepreneurial ecosystem development, specializing in the empowerment of young people and women in West Africa, with a strong base in Mali. She has nearly ten years of experience in development project management, entrepreneurship program coordination, strategic communication, and supporting entrepreneurship and innovation support organizations (ESOs).

Deeply committed to youth and women’s empowerment, Ramata has designed and implemented several initiatives focused on women’s entrepreneurship, leadership development, access to finance, and digital inclusion. Her work sits at the intersection of technology, social impact, and policy, with a strong emphasis on locally driven innovation and ecosystem collaboration.

Academically, Ramata holds a Master of Science in Entrepreneurship & Innovation from Birkbeck, University of London, and a Master of Arts in Media & Globalisation from Nottingham Trent University. She is also a Chevening Alumna, a distinction awarded by the UK Government in recognition of academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to positive social change.

Through the development of CHECKIA, Ramata and her team are committed to addressing one of the most critical challenges facing the Sahel today: the spread of misinformation and its impact on social cohesion, public trust, and youth engagement. By combining ethical artificial intelligence, local expertise, and a deep understanding of the regional context, CHECKIA aims to provide accessible and reliable tools that empower communities to make informed decisions.

With the support of the UNICEF Venture Fund, this initiative represents a step toward building resilient information ecosystems that protect vulnerable populations, strengthen trust in credible information, and promote responsible innovation. Rooted in local realities and driven by social impact, CHECKIA aspires to contribute to a Mali where technology serves truth, inclusion, and sustainable development.