Our Story

About the Bong Diaspora Alliance

Born from the spirit of unity and academic excellence, we are the bridge between our ancestral home in Bong County, Liberia, and our educational journey in the Land of a Thousand Hills, Rwanda.

Our Mission

To create a supportive ecosystem where Bong County students in Rwanda can thrive academically while maintaining strong cultural connections, fostering unity, and building bridges between Liberia and Rwanda for future generations.

Our Vision

To be the premier diaspora student organization in East Africa, recognized for academic excellence, cultural preservation, and meaningful contribution to both Liberian and Rwandan societies.

Our Values
  • • Unity in diversity
  • • Academic excellence
  • • Cultural preservation
  • • Community service
  • • Leadership development
Our Heritage

The Heart of Bong County

Bong County, located in central Liberia, is home to the largest ethnic group in the country - the Kpelle people. Rich in natural resources and cultural heritage, Bong County has been the birthplace of leaders, scholars, and visionaries who have shaped Liberia's history.

The Kpelle People

Rich in natural resources and cultural heritage, Bong County has been the birthplace of leaders, scholars, and visionaries who have shaped Liberia's history.

Cultural Significance

Home to traditional institutions like the Poro and Sande societies, which have preserved ancient wisdom and cultural practices for centuries.

Educational Legacy

Birthplace of Cuttington University and numerous educational institutions that have produced generations of African leaders.

Bong County landscape and culture

Gbarnga, Bong County

The educational and cultural heart of central Liberia

Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated leaders guiding our community toward academic excellence and cultural preservation

Awalayah Stephen Suwarkpala
Awalayah Stephen Suwarkpala
Acting National Chair
Data Scientist, Kigali Independent University

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with 5 years of leadership experience in student organizations. Passionate about infrastructure development in Africa.

Thomas J. Yorwatei
Thomas J. Yorwatei
Acting Vice Chair
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Christian Lewis Suah
Christian Lewis Suah
Acting Secretary General
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Richardson Mulbah
Richardson Mulbah
Acting Financial Secretary
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Daron kankalar
Daron kankalar
Acting Treasurer
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Benjamin Tailay Saybay
Benjamin Tailay Saybay
Acting Coordinator Estern Province (Rwamagana)
(LLM) University of Lay Adventist of Kigali

Master of Laws (LLM) in International Criminal Law at University of Lay Adventist of Kigali.

Matchell Jupaul
Matchell Jupaul
Acting Vicw-Chair for International Coordination Partnership
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Dumoe Gbemelen
Dumoe Gbemelen
Acting Vice Chairperson of Adminstration
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Victor Mamay
Victor Mamay
Acting Advisor
Emerging Environmentalist,(UNILAK)

God fearing Leader Educator. Master Candidate in the faculty environmental and development studies, department of environmental economic natural resource management. Bachelor degree in environmental and development studies.

David Nuakolo Flomo Jr.
David Nuakolo Flomo Jr.
Public Relations Officer
Reading Mass Communication. (EUAR)

BSC candidate at the East African University Rwanda (EUAR). Now decade of experience in Broadcast Journalism at the community radio level.

Our Community by Numbers

A growing community of scholars making their mark in Rwanda

23
Active Students
78% growth this year
5
Alumni
65% currently in Rwanda
4+
Universities
92% satisfaction rate
$50
Scholarships
85% funding secured
Academic Distribution
Engineering & Technology65%
Medicine & Health Sciences38%
Business & Economics80%
Arts & Social Sciences15%
University Enrollment
University of Rwanda2
INES-Ruhengeri5
AUCA6
ULK20
Others30

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