Investment Appraisal | Public Economics | Capacity-Building

Development Economist | Linktree

Actively contributes to institutional development as an experienced capacity-building trainer, supporting Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs). Has trained over 300 officials in project appraisal and public investment management (PIM), with a strong commitment to advancing sustainable development through rigorous project appraisal, sound policy formulation, and institutional strengthening.

Institutional Capacity-Building

Specializes in cost-benefit and fiscal analysis of tax policy and tax administration reforms, with expertise in tax incentives, VAT policy and compliance reforms, fiscal gap analysis, and revenue efficiency assessment.

Technical & Analytical Skills: 
CBA, Fiscal Impact Modeling, CIT Incentive Modeling, Revenue Foregone Estimation, VAT Policy and Compliance Modeling, Tax Expenditure Analysis, Distributional Impact Analysis, Integrated Financial-Economic Modeling, Scenario and Sensitivity Analyses.

Tax & Fiscal Policy Analysis

Specialized in Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA)  and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (CEA) of public investment projects across various infrastructure sectors:

Economic Infrastructure: Transport, Energy, Agriculture, Water and Sanitation
Social Infrastructure: Health, Education, Housing, Social Facilities

Technical Skills: CBA, CEA Integrated Investment Appraisal (IIA), Economic Appraisal, Financial Analysis, Fiscal Policy Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Analysis, Policy Dialogue, Monitoring & Evaluation.

Analytical & Modelling Skills: Advanced Excel, Financial Modeling, CBA Modeling, Monte Carlo Simulation (Crystal Ball/ RiskEase).


Infrastructure Investment Appraisal

Areas of Expertise

Conducted extensive economic appraisal and CBA of major rail infrastructure and modernization programs for South African SOEs, including freight and passenger rail investments. Led integrated financial, economic, stakeholder, and risk analyses; developed CBA and IIA models; assessed rail-to-road modal shift benefits; and applied Monte Carlo risk simulation to strengthen investment decisions and support funding approvals by National Treasury and development finance stakeholders.

Institutions:
- Transnet SOC Ltd, South Africa
- Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa, South Africa

State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) / Public Utilities

Delivering projects in project appraisal, cost-benefit analysis, infrastructure appraisal, fiscal policy evaluation, and public investment management across Africa, Asia, and Europe, engaged through CRI in collaboration with the following institutions and donors:
-  World Bank (WB)
-	African Development Bank (AfDB)
-	Asian Development Bank (ADB)
-	Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)


Multilateral Development Banks & International Financial Institutions

Conducted financial and economic appraisal, cost-benefit analysis, and fiscal and tax policy assessments for national and sub-national public investment, infrastructure, and policy reform programs, including capacity-building support for government officials engaged through CRI.

National Government Institutions (Central & Local Government):
-	Ministry of Finance and National Planning, Zambia
-	Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Uganda
-	Ministry of Finance, Ethiopia
-	Ministry of Planning and Development, Ethiopia
-	Ministry of Finance, Ghana
-	eThekwini Municipality, South Africa


National Government Institutions (Central & Local Government) 

On-site capacity building and technical assistance projects.

Countries: Ghana | Ethiopia | Uganda | Zambia


In-Country Missions

Senior Economic Analyst with over 6 years of experience at Cambridge Resources International (CRI), a leading consulting firm delivering innovative, evidence-based solutions for governments and development partners.

At CRI, we support public institutions and donors in addressing complex development challenges across economic development, fiscal sustainability, poverty reduction, and food security. Our work informs policy design, investment decisions, and public sector reforms across Africa, Asia, and emerging economies.

I specialize in:
- Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (CEA)
- Fiscal and Tax Policy Impact Assessment
- Public Investment Appraisal and Economic Modelling
- Capacity-Building and Technical Assistance for government officials and development institutions.

My work focuses on translating rigorous economic analysis into practical, policy-relevant insights that support sound decision-making and sustainable development outcomes.




Cambridge Resources International Inc. (CRI)

Delivered and supported capacity-building programmes and technical assistance missions for government officials, Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) worldwide, focusing on project appraisal, cost-benefit analysis (CBA), and public investment management.

Capacity-Building & Technical Missions

Does Globalization Affect Energy Consumption in Turkey? Its Implication on Environmental Quality

Cost-Benefit Analysis of Tax Administration Reforms in Finland

Cost-Benefit Analysis of Tax Incentives in Serbia

Financial and Economic Appraisal of Water Supply Desalination Technologies and Reuse Initiatives

Ethiopia's Tax Expenditure Report on Imported Goods

An Approach for Ex-Post Corporate Income Tax Gap Analysis and Ex-Ante Corporate Tax Incentives Evaluation

Impacts of Climate Change and Hazards on Key Sectors in Madagascar

Institutional Engagements

Capacity-Building Missions

Publications

Development Economist

Enjoy 30 days of Hulu for FREE

Claim 10 free meals* from HelloFresh

Get 60% off Sitewide

Sip your way to stronger health with 30% off at ARMRA

Save 10% at Omnilux LED

Save 10% on Ritual Multivitamins Subscriptions

You've scored 50% OFF Factor 🤤

Join now and get 50% off a Club membership

Get your first box FREE with Curology!

Claim your $20 bonus with Acorns

Sign up for Headspace Today and get a 14 day free trial!

Get AAA membership for half the price!

Get 30¢/gal cash back on gas at major stations

Get 15% off at Equip Foods

20% Off the at FabFitFun with code INSIDER20

Get 80% off your first order when signing up to be a VIP!

Get 15% off for cleaner skin at CLEARSTEM

Get your first box FREE with Agency!

50% off + Free Shipping at Purple Carrot!

Power Up with Daily Harvest's High-Protein Smoothies

Save $100 with Gobble

Save 10% on your First Maev Order!

15% off your favorite non-alcoholic spirits at The Zero Proof

10% off JLab’s award‑winning audio gear

Get help with or without insurance. Use code SPACE80 for $80 off.

Start speaking a new language in just 3 weeks