Mahmoud Noor
Founder and Executive Director
Swahilipot Hub
Mahmoud Noor — widely known as Mentor 001 — is the Founder and Chief Mentor of Swahilipot Hub Foundation, one of East Africa's leading youth innovation platforms. A Telecommunications Engineer with over two decades of experience across technology, public service, and youth development, he has built a community-led model that equips young people with the skills, networks, and pathways to thrive in a rapidly evolving economy.
Under his leadership, Swahilipot Hub has grown into a vibrant ecosystem empowering thousands of youth across Technology, Creative, and Heritage sectors. Mahmoud currently serves as Advisor to the Governor of Mombasa County on Innovation and Digital Transformation, and sits on the boards of the Kenya Green Building Society and Umma University's Industry Advisory Board. Recognised as one of the most impactful community leaders on Kenya's coast, he continues to redefine what inclusive development looks like in emerging economies.
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