Mariama Olama is the Director of Partnerships for Africa AI SUMMIT 2026. Mariama Olama is also the Director of Partnerships for AiForAfrica International, both companies have headquarters in New York, with offices in Key African Countries. She is based in the United States for more than 20 years. 
Mariama Olama is a globally minded partnerships executive with deep experience at the intersection of international development, strategic engagement, healthcare administration, and cross-border institutional relations. As Director of Partnerships for AiForAfrica International and the Africa AI Summit, Mariama plays a central role in building high-level alliances across government, finance, technology, philanthropy, academia, and multilateral institutions to accelerate Africa’s AI-driven transformation.
Based in the United States for more than two decades, Mariama brings a unique combination of international perspective, executive presence, and relationship-building expertise. She works closely with global stakeholders including Presidents and Heads of State, ministers, ambassadors, multilateral development institutions, Fortune 500 executives, investors, philanthropic leaders, and global innovation ecosystems. Her work supports strategic collaboration with institutions such as the United Nations, World Bank Group, International Monetary Fund (IMF), International Finance Corporation (IFC), leading global banks, and major technology companies.
Mariama comes from a distinguished family background rooted in both business leadership and public service in Ghana, giving her a strong understanding of leadership, governance, diplomacy, and international engagement. She is widely respected for her professionalism, cultural intelligence, discretion, and ability to foster trusted long-term partnerships across diverse sectors and regions.
Academically, Mariama holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health/Health Care Administration and Management from Franklin University in the United States. She also earned a Master of Science degree in Health Care Management and Health Systems Administration (MSHA/HCM), further strengthening her expertise in organizational leadership, institutional management, and strategic operations.
At AiForAfrica International and the Africa AI Summit, Mariama is helping advance a bold vision to position Africa as a major participant in the global artificial intelligence economy through strategic investment, AI infrastructure development, policy dialogue, workforce transformation, innovation ecosystems, and international cooperation. Her leadership in partnerships development continues to strengthen the organization’s global credibility and engagement with public and private sector stakeholders worldwide.
Mariama Olama is recognized for her ability to bridge institutions, cultures, and opportunities with sophistication, integrity, and strategic foresight — qualities that make her an invaluable leader in shaping transformative partnerships for Africa’s future.