Roseline Obah is part of three distinguished Rotary Peace Fellows and peacebuilding professionals who were entrusted with advancing the Rotary Peace Fellowship Alumni Association Africa’s vision for peace, collaboration, and sustainable impact across the continent. The other two appointees in Africa are: Ajao Olusina Tunde and Clause Okwoku Obote
Rosaline Obah is a distinguished peacebuilding and strategic communications professional whose work has significantly advanced peace, development, leadership, and social transformation across Africa and internationally.
A Rotary Peace Fellow and communications expert, Rosaline has built an impressive career at the intersection of media, advocacy, conflict transformation, and leadership development. Her academic background in Peace and Conflict Transformation, Public Relations, and Journalism equips her with a unique combination of technical expertise and strategic insight.
Over the years, she has held senior communications, advocacy, and management roles across multiple organizations, leading regional and international initiatives that promote dialogue, inclusion, institutional strengthening, and sustainable peace.
Rosaline has trained thousands of journalists, youth leaders, civil society actors, and community stakeholders in peace journalism, nonviolent communication, and conflict transformation. She is also a respected mentor, trainer, author, and thought leader whose contributions continue to influence peacebuilding discourse across the continent.
Her appointment further strengthens RPFAAA’s capacity to foster collaboration, amplify impact, and expand opportunities for Rotary peacebuilders throughout Africa.
The newly appointed Coordinators expressed profound gratitude to the outgoing RPFAAA leadership team for their dedication, vision, and service to the association.
Collectively, they acknowledged the remarkable milestones achieved under the outgoing team’s stewardship, including strengthening alumni engagement, expanding networks across the continent, promoting collaboration among Rotary Peace Fellows, and elevating the visibility and influence of the association within the broader peacebuilding ecosystem.
“The foundation laid by the outgoing leadership provides a strong platform upon which we can continue building a more connected, vibrant, and impactful peacebuilding community across Africa,” the Coordinators noted.
Rosaline Obah said:
“I am excited to serve alongside an exceptional team of peacebuilders committed to advancing Rotary’s vision of peace. Our priority will be to strengthen communication, increase engagement among alumni, showcase the remarkable work of Rotary Peace Fellows, and create platforms for collaboration and learning. I extend heartfelt appreciation to the outgoing leadership whose commitment, sacrifice, and achievements have helped shape RPFAAA into a respected and growing network across Africa.”
Roles and Responsibilities of the RPFAAA Coordinators
As Coordinators of the Rotary Peace Fellowship Alumni Association Africa, the newly appointed leaders will be expected to:
- Strengthen engagement and collaboration among Rotary Peace Fellows and alumni across Africa.
- Expand membership participation and improve networking opportunities.
- Promote knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and professional development among peacebuilders.
- Coordinate regional initiatives, projects, and strategic partnerships.
- Support advocacy efforts that advance peace, conflict prevention, dialogue, and social cohesion.
- Increase the visibility and impact of Rotary Peace Fellows’ work across the continent.
- Foster collaboration with Rotary International, Rotary districts, academic institutions, governments, civil society organizations, and development partners.
- Facilitate communication and information exchange among members and stakeholders.
- Encourage innovation and collective action in addressing emerging peace and security challenges. Looking Ahead
The appointment of these accomplished professionals marks a significant milestone for RPFAAA as it enters a new chapter of growth and transformation. Their combined expertise in peacebuilding, governance, strategic communications, conflict prevention, security management, public policy, and community development is expected to strengthen the association’s capacity to serve as a leading platform for peacebuilders across Africa.
With renewed leadership, a growing network of Rotary Peace Fellows, and a shared commitment to peace and sustainable development, RPFAAA remains well-positioned to advance its mission of fostering collaboration, inspiring action, and building a more peaceful and resilient Africa for future generations.
