Cathy Latiwa Allara is a lawyer, gender inclusion expert, and global leader in sustainable development with over a decade of experience driving impact across Africa, Europe, and international platforms. She is the founder of the Latiwa Development Foundation and co-founder of BuildHerAFture Africa, where she leads initiatives that empower women, advance the circular economy, and foster innovation in renewable energy, agri-tech, and waste management. Cathy is also a global ambassador for the Makutano Network and a 2024 member of 100 Women Davos, reflecting her commitment to gender equity and inclusive economic participation.

In parallel with her entrepreneurial work, Cathy serves as a Senior Advisor at the United Nations, where she focuses on mobilizing resources and shaping inclusive, technology-driven solutions to complex global challenges. Her work bridges policy, finance, and implementation—supporting equal opportunity, sustainable livelihoods, and resilient community development through cross-sector collaboration. As a Senior Executive Fellow in Sustainability in Tech at The Digital Economist, Cathy contributes thought leadership on gender-responsive innovation, circular economy systems, and sustainable technology adoption. She brings a systems-level perspective to advancing economic development models that integrate social inclusion, environmental stewardship, and technological progress at scale.