Kaddu Kiwe Sebunya is a prominent conservation leader, serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) since 2019. With over 30 years of experience spanning grassroots, national, and global platforms, Kaddu has dedicated his career to safeguarding Africa’s wildlife and wild lands while championing their integration into sustainable development.

Under Kaddu’s leadership, AWF has emerged as a driving force in redefining conservation through African leadership. He spearheaded the organization’s ambitious 10-year strategic vision, focusing on fostering stewardship of Africa’s natural heritage, promoting coexistence between people and wildlife, and preserving at-risk species and ecosystems. His advocacy underscores that conservation and economic progress are mutually reinforcing, positioning wildlife and wild lands as cultural and economic assets.

Beyond his role at AWF, Kaddu also serves as an honorary board member of the Conservation Strategy Fund, a board Trustee of Rare Conservation, and an active member of the Club of Rome, the European Union High-Level Group on Africa-Europe Partnership, and the East Africa Wildlife Society.

Kaddu holds dual master’s degrees from Tufts University and the University of London, complementing his bachelor’s degree in social sciences. His visionary leadership continues to inspire efforts to protect Africa’s natural heritage while advancing sustainable development for future generations.