As part of the Power 237 initiative — the strategic project led by the African Centre for Competitive Intelligence (ACCI) under Dr. Guy Gweth — aiming to position Cameroon as a leading African power by 2050, it is crucial to invest in pioneers driving technological transformation. Mambe Churchill Nanje, an award-winning entrepreneur and software engineer, stands out as one of the most influential catalysts of Cameroon’s digital revolution.
Born in Buea, at the heart of what is now known as “Silicon Mountain,” Churchill has built a thriving local tech ecosystem with a continental reach in less than two decades. In 2006, he founded AfroVisioN, his first software engineering firm delivering web, mobile, and enterprise solutions to over 500 clients worldwide, demonstrating that African innovation competes on the global stage.
In 2011, he launched Njorku, a job search platform that has connected more than 500,000 African professionals to over 2 million job opportunities from 50,000 employers. This groundbreaking tool has helped reduce skilled unemployment and highlight local talent.
Driven by a strong desire for social impact, Churchill co-founded Buyam in 2021, an innovative three-sided marketplace linking merchants, independent resellers, and customers. This model promotes economic inclusion, local entrepreneurship, and expanded market access — all vital levers for the competitive economy championed by Power 237.
Churchill’s vision is clear: empowering every African to improve their lives through technology. This ambition aligns perfectly with Power 237’s strategic goals: strengthening economic sovereignty, promoting local innovation, and positioning Cameroon as a technological and industrial powerhouse by 2050.
Through his journey, Mambe Churchill Nanje proves that locally rooted, future-oriented leadership can make Cameroon an undeniable leader in African digital innovation. He embodies the new generation of builders the country needs to tackle tomorrow’s challenges — with boldness, innovation, and competitive intelligence.
Power 237 Team
