Zizi Lawal
2025-2026 Obama Foundation Africa Leader

Technical Advisor and Head of Environmental, Social, and Governance Strategy, The Green Exchange
Ghana
Zizi Lawal is the technical advisor and head of environmental, social, and governance strategy at The Green Exchange, an organization committed to promoting sustainable finance and responsible investment in emerging and frontier markets, particularly through cross-sector engagement. His changemaking work focuses on sustainable energy financing through the creation of innovative financial models, guidance on green bond issuances, and the structuring of effective climate finance portfolios. With a focus on Ghana and West Africa, Zizi strives to increase investment in low-carbon technologies, fostering economic growth while actively mitigating environmental impact.
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