Director, Public Policy and Communications, African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP).

Rose Oronje is a distinguished leader in policy engagement and strategic communications, with over 15 years of experience advancing evidence-informed development across Africa. As the Director of Public Policy and Communications at AFIDEP, she champions initiatives that strengthen the integration of research and data into public policy processes. Rose has led impactful campaigns and forged strategic partnerships with governments, media institutions, and civil society actors, driving dialogue and action on critical development priorities. Her work continues to shape the policy landscape by promoting the systematic use of evidence in decision-making across the continent.