About Us
Creating Opportunity, Delivering Innovation
At Ishango, we believe that great ideas deserve great execution. Our clients leverage our on-demand AI & data science teams to turn data into business value, faster and more cost-effectively. And we’re proud to be creating opportunities for exceptional talent across Africa while doing it. Together, we’re shaping a more equitable and globally connected future where talent is not limited by geography.
Our Core Values
Our Leadership Team
Eunice Baguma Ball
Co-Founder & Head of Operations
Eunice is a seasoned operations and social impact leader with over 12 years of experience managing tech and innovation-driven projects across Africa and Europe. With a background spanning mission-driven organisations and global tech companies —including Google—she brings a unique blend of operational excellence and purpose-led leadership. Eunice holds a Master’s in Social Innovation from the University of Cambridge and is passionate about building inclusive ecosystems that unlock opportunity through innovation.
Oliver Angelil
Co-Founder & Head of Data Science
Oliver brings over a decade of experience in data science and engineering, leading high-impact projects across finance, research, and technology. Prior to co-founding Ishango, he led data science initiatives at Credit Suisse, where he specialised in applying advanced AI and ML techniques to complex business challenges. With a PhD and MSc in Climate Research, Oliver combines deep academic rigor with practical, real-world AI expertise. He is passionate about educating and mentoring the next generation of data scientists, helping emerging talent grow their skills and careers.
Chih-Chun Chen
Senior Data Scientist
Chih-Chun is an accomplished data scientist and educator with over 15 years of experience in programming, computational modelling, and machine learning. Her career spans leading roles at Yahoo, Microsoft Research, and the University of Cambridge, where she applied advanced data techniques to solve complex real-world problems. She is also the co-founder of Cambridge Spark, a leading EdTech company focused on data and digital skills training for graduates and global organisations.
Jan Ravnik
Senior Data Scientist
Jan has over a decade of experience in computational modelling, statistical learning, and machine learning. With a PhD in Physics and a background in both academic research and industry, including a data science role at Credit Suisse, he brings a rare blend of analytical depth and real-world application. Jan is passionate about solving complex, real-world problems through creative thinking and advanced data analysis. An accomplished communicator and educator, he has delivered invited scientific talks, contributed to top-tier publications, and developed curriculum content for DeepLearning.AI.
Allan Murego
Strategy & Growth Advisor
Allan is a business and innovation strategist with over 15 years of experience driving growth across fintech, digital banking, and consulting. His career spans leadership roles in digital transformation, data-driven strategy, and enterprise sales—delivering impactful solutions to clients across financial services and technology. He holds a Master of Business Administration from ThePowerMBA and a BA in International Business from the University of Liverpool. Known for his ability to build lasting partnerships and unlock new business opportunities, Allan brings a global perspective and a sharp focus on value creation.
Ishango.ai: What’s In A Name?
The Ishango Bone.
The Ishango bone dates from over 20,000 years ago. It is a mathematical tool, unearthed in the heart of Africa in the 1950s. Its etchings suggest that it was a tally stick and the basis of a numerical system.
Most importantly, it reminds us that Africa had and continues to have an important role to play in humanity’s global mathematical history.
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