The African Musicology Institute is guided by a joint Executive Board that provides strategic direction and ensures the academic and ethical integrity of the institute’s continental operations.
Founding Directors
- Professor Mellitus Nyongesa Wanyama: Director, AMI-KABU (Kabarak University).
- Professor Madimabe Geoff Mapaya: Director, AMI-UNIVEN (University of Venda).
AMI-KABU Board Members (Kenya)
The following members constitute the Board of Management for the Kabarak University chapter:
- Professor John Ochola: Chairman of the Board.
- Professor Mellitus Wanyama: Board Member and Director.
- Professor Simon Karume: Board Member.
- Dr. Michael Ndonye: Board Member.
- Mr. Gideon Langat: Board Member.
Administrative and Research Staff (AMI-KABU)
The day-to-day operations and strategic pillars of the institute at Kabarak University are managed by:
- Professor Mellitus Nyongesa Wanyama: Director, AMI-KABU.
- Dr. Joyce Mochere: Manager – Research, Conferencing, and Events.
- Mr. Amon Kirui: Coordinator – Networking and Funding.
- Mr. Kadupe Safola: Institute Administrator.
Institutional Support The Institute operates with the full support and oversight of the Vice-Chancellors of the founding partner universities:
- Professor Henry Kiplangat: Vice-Chancellor, Kabarak University.
- Professor Benard Nthambeleni: Vice-Chancellor, University of Venda.
