Our Team
Meet the people behind Cross Border International.
The People Behind CBI
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Peter Lanya
Chairman of the Board
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Frank Joash
Founder & Executive Director
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Peter Highway
Director of International Relations
From Kenya
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Yohana Manoli
Director of Communication & Public Relations
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Enos Amenya
Director of Research & Policy Maker
From Kenya
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Godfrey Philemon Gotora
Government & Institution Relations Officer
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Amos Babere
Head of Finance & Administration
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Mariam P Mniko
International Relations Officer
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Magreth E Mbise
Digital & Social Media Manager
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Peter Lanya
Chairman of the Board
Business Leader | Trade & Agriculture Advocate
Professional profile
Peter Lanya is a Tanzanian business leader and agricultural sector advocate with extensive experience in business management, trade and industry representation. He has held leadership positions in prominent business and trade organizations and has experience in corporate management.
Leadership and professional experience
Chairman of the Board, Cross Border International (CBI) Provides strategic leadership and governance oversight, supporting CBI's mission to create opportunities through education, youth development, entrepreneurship, sports and cross-border cooperation.
Vice Chairman, Tanzania Exporters Association (TANEXA) Contributed to the representation and promotion of Tanzania's export sector and business interests.
Vice Chairman, Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA), Agriculture Advocated for agricultural-sector development, market liberalisation and fair pricing for local farmers.
Managing Director, Buturi Investments Ltd Provides corporate leadership and management, with experience across business and related corporate activities in Tanzania.
Previous professional experience Has professional experience in accounting and management, including experience with Twiga Cement Ltd.
Areas of expertise
- Business Leadership & Management
- Trade & Export Development
- Agriculture & Agribusiness
- Corporate Governance
- Business Advocacy
- Strategic Partnerships
- Private Sector Development
Professional focus
Promoting business development, trade, agriculture and stronger connections between the private sector, institutions and communities.
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Frank Joash
Founder & Executive Director
Professional profile
A development, youth empowerment and cross-border cooperation professional with extensive experience in organizational leadership, tourism, youth development, entrepreneurship, sports and community engagement. Founder and Executive Director of Cross Border International, with experience working with youth, institutions, private sector and international development stakeholders.
Professional experience and leadership
Founder & Executive Director, Cross Border International (CBI) - Provides strategic leadership and oversees CBI programmes, partnerships and operations. - Leads initiatives in youth development, education, sports, entrepreneurship and cross-border cooperation.
Director, Mara Tours Provides leadership in tourism operations, business development and stakeholder engagement.
Former General Manager, Beyond Mara Expedition Managed tourism operations, business development and organizational activities.
Former Regional Coordinator, Students For Liberty Africa Coordinated youth leadership and development activities at regional level.
Former Chairman, Youth of United Nations Association (YUNA) & PCCB Clubs Led youth clubs and promoted leadership, civic engagement, integrity and community participation.
Former National Youth Chairman, UNESCO National Commission of Tanzania Engaged young people in leadership, international cooperation and youth development initiatives.
Core areas of expertise
- Executive & Organizational Leadership
- Youth & Student Development
- Tourism & Business Development
- Cross-Border Cooperation
- Entrepreneurship & Community Development
- Sports & Event Management
- Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
- Youth Leadership & International Engagement
Professional focus
Connecting People. Creating Opportunities. Empowering Communities.
Be Part of Our Journey
Together, We Can Create More Opportunities.
Join Cross Border International in creating opportunities through education, youth development, sports, entrepreneurship, skills development and cross-border cooperation.
Be Part of Our Journey
Together, We Can Create More Opportunities.
Join Cross Border International in creating opportunities through education, youth development, sports, entrepreneurship, skills development and cross-border cooperation.