Joshua Olufemi

Joshua Olufemi is the Founder of Dataphyte Foundation and a social entrepreneur focused on media innovation and development, with nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of data analytics, digital policy, and media innovation. He leads initiatives that leverage digital technology to promote data for development, media freedom, sustainability, and talent development.

Joshua has led multiple initiatives at the intersection of artificial intelligence, data access, and digital rights, including Nubia AI, Nigeria's first human-centred AI platform for data journalism and narrative change; ANFANI, the country's first civic technology solution that links beneficial ownership information with government budgets and contracts; GOLOKA, a tool providing actionable hyperlocal insights to drive informed decision-making; and the Dataphyte Elections Portal, which enhances transparency in electoral processes.