Hellen Banda-Adogo
Project Coordinator, University of Johannesburg

Hellen Banda-Adogo is an experienced project coordinator at the University of Johannesburg with a robust background in trade and investment, international relations, and project management. She brings more than a decade of hands-on experience spanning academia, diplomacy, and commercial policy through her service at the High Commissions of Kenya and the United Kingdom in South Africa.

Hellen holds a Master’s in Politics and International Relations from the University of Johannesburg and a BA (Hons) from the University of Pretoria. Her expertise covers research and policy analysis, commercial diplomacy, stakeholder engagement, and organizing high-impact academic and international projects. At UJ, she manages and coordinates strategic projects, contributing to Africa-focused research and stakeholder dialogues on key geopolitical topics such as Africa–China and BRICS–Africa relations.

Recognized for her initiative, team spirit, and cross-cultural effectiveness, Hellen Banda-Adogo is committed to advancing international partnerships and fostering collaborative opportunities that elevate higher education across borders.