Dr. Ibrahim Steven Ekyamba holds a PhD and a master’s degree in political science from the University of Pretoria (UP), alongside a BA Honours in Politics and a BA in Political Leadership and Citizenship from the University of South Africa (UNISA). He is a researcher at the African Centre for the Study of the United States at the University of Pretoria (ACSUS-UP) and serves as a visiting lecturer at the University of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Ekyamba is a Trinity Leadership Fellow at Trinity Church Wall Street in the United States.

Dr. Ekyamba’s research interests are deeply rooted in the areas of conflict, peace, and security studies, migration, democracy, elections, and governance. His expertise extends to Africa’s multilateral relations, where he offers significant insights into the political and security dynamics across Western, Central, Eastern, and Southern Africa. Furthermore, Dr. Ekyamba’s regional expertise encompasses the United States, China, and Eastern Europe, positioning him as a scholar with a broad and impactful understanding of global political landscapes. His work not only contributes to the academic community but also provides valuable perspectives on pressing geopolitical issues, particularly in regions that are pivotal to global security and international relations.