new generation africa mission
Our mission is to create player development programming and to expose the global football market to our talented footballers in West Africa through our partnerships with senior teams and academies.
New gen africa leadership team
New Gen Africa leverages a blend of local expertise and strategic partnerships to enhance player development and talent identification within the country’s soccer infrastructure. This approach is enriched by the involvement of a diverse team of international professionals, each bringing a vast global network and deep knowledge of the sport. By combining these elements, New Gen Africa creates a unique synergy that not only strengthens the local football ecosystem but also connects it with global opportunities, enabling young African talents to thrive on the world stage.
| Name | Position | New Gen Region |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Nichol | Technical Director | New Gen Gambia |
| Waisu Mohammed | Technical Director | New Gen Ghana |
| Felix Mbigha | Technical Director | New Gen Africa - Cameroon |
| Ben Bawe | Scouting Director | New Gen Africa - Cameroon |
| Medele “Alex” Kao | - | New Gen USA - DMV |
| Phil Nana | - | New Gen USA - DMV |
| Ben Aryeetey | - | New Gen USA - DMV |
| Giuseppe DePaolo | Player Development | New Gen |
| Paul Ogunlaja | Technical Director | New Gen Nigeria |
| Olasubomi Balogun | Director of Scouting | New Gen Nigeria |
| Abdou Mbacke Thiam | - | New Gen Senegal |
| Mohamed Gueye | Technical Director | New Gen Senegal |
| Willie Sama | - | New Gen Africa - Cameroon & Sierra Leone |
| Francisco Lopez | Player Care North America | New Gen |
| Inaki Sanchez Unibaso | Director of Logistics & Processes | New Gen |
| Oscar Gil | Business Development | New Gen |
| Ricardo Vaz Te | Business Development | New Gen Africa |
| Steve Freeman | Managing Director | New Gen Africa |
Partnering Clubs
Having five West African country verticals - the Gambia, Senegal, Nigeria, Cameroon and Ghana - adds greater strength and depth to all our player development programming, broadens our reach and strengthens our position in the global football ecosystem.
NEW GEN NIGERIA - OJOJU CITY FC
NEW GEN SENEGAL - Rise Academy Dakar
NEW GEN CAMEROON - HILLTOP STRIKERS FC
NEW GEN GHANA FC
NEW GEN GAMBIA - MEDINA UNITED
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Corporate partnerships
By partnering with us, companies can align with our mission to empower the next generation of African footballers, gain visibility in key markets, and contribute to a lasting legacy in the sport. Together, we can build a brighter future for African soccer.
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