Sampson Kofi Adotey is a seasoned communications strategist and Computer Science PhD Candidate at the University of Cape Town’s Digital Health Creative Lab, where he researches the intersection of AI and Health (AIxHealth). As the Associate Director of Communications for the CHAMPS network, he leads global efforts to eliminate child mortality disparities across Africa and Southeast Asia through innovative storytelling and strategic partnerships.

With a career spanning leadership roles in Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, and South Africa, Sampson previously directed communications for the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), securing seven-figure grants for STEM initiatives. His expertise is grounded in academic excellence, holding an MPhil in Inclusive Innovation (Distinction) from Africa’s top-ranked business school and an MBA.

A recognized thought leader and World Economic Forum Agenda contributor, Sampson serves on the Young Leaders Executive Board of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta and the boards of ESDEV Foundation Africa and For the Future Africa. Inspired by the legacy of Professor Francis K.A. Allotey, Sampson’s work integrates systems thinking, social equity, and emerging technology to drive global transformation.