“It is on us – this generation of tech savvy Africans – to ensure that Africa does not get left behind in this generative Al race. We shall spread its use in our African communities and institutions so everyone benefits from it.
Mark Jallayu, Co-Founder
Who Are We
We are GenArtiFica, dedicated to Africa’s generative AI revolution. GAiF Hub is our online community where Africa’s innovation meets this growing space! We are a platform to connect Africans and harness the untapped potential of generative AI within our communities and institutions.
Through GAiF, members access curated content, networking, and events to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of generative AI to shape the future of the continent.
We are built on three pillars: Connect, Learn, and Grow.
Connect – we build communities
Learn – we share information
Grow – we uplift each other
Meet Our Team
Co-Founder, Managing Director – Operations
Mark, a Liberian, leads GAiF, aligning mission and vision to best serve our community. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Indiana University, double minoring in pre-law and public relations.
Mark lives in Washington, D.C. and enjoys spending time with his joyful and playful twin boys.
Co-Founder, Managing Director – Strategy
Mysh, a Liberian, is the strategic visionary on the team. With an MBA from Bellarmine University and BBA Accounting from Shorter University, he guides GAiF’s growth and financial objectives.
Mysh resides in Manhattan, New York and in his spare time enjoys playing soccer and passionately supporting AC Milan.
Co-Founder, Managing Director – Product
Femi, a Nigerian, leads GAiF product development. He has a M.A. in technology management from Eastern Kentucky University and is pursuing a PhD in Applied Engineering at Indiana State University.
Femi lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and loves exploring new cultures through travel and reading.
Community and Social Media Manager
Temilade is a skilled Content Writer and trained Linguist from Nigeria. She has a keen interest in exploring the latest advancements and trends in AI. She obtained her B.A. in Linguistics from the University of Ibadan.
Temilade lives in Nigeria and enjoys reading crime fiction novels in her spare time.
Temilade Aderiye 🇳🇬
Community and Social Media Manager
Temilade is a skilled Content Writer and trained Linguist from Nigeria. She has a keen interest in exploring the latest advancements and trends in AI. She obtained her B.A. in Linguistics from the University of Ibadan.
Temilade lives in Nigeria and enjoys reading crime fiction novels in her spare time.
Mysh Brownell 🇱🇷
Co-Founder, Managing Director – Strategy
Mysh, a Liberian, is the strategic visionary on the team. With an MBA from Bellarmine University and BBA Accounting from Shorter University, he guides GAiF’s growth and financial objectives.
Mysh resides in Manhattan, New York and in his spare time enjoys playing soccer and passionately supporting AC Milan.
Femi Ajayi 🇳🇬
Co-Founder, Managing Director – Product
Femi, a Nigerian, leads GAiF product development. He has a M.A. in technology management from Eastern Kentucky University and is pursuing a PhD in Applied Engineering at Indiana State University.
Femi lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and loves exploring new cultures through travel and reading.
Vision Statement
To be the driving force behind the generative Al revolution in African communities and institutions.
Mission Statement
To build a vibrant community of passionate Africans harnessing the potential of generative Al and to spread its use and benefits within our communities.