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Who we are

Who We Are

The Ghana R Users Community is the national hub for all R User Groups in Ghana. We are a registered not-for-profit organization dedicated to building a strong, collaborative network of R users through local city chapters, training events, and national engagements.

Founded in 2022, we grew from the early Accra R User Group (started in 2016 and revived in 2019). Today, we serve as the umbrella body supporting and coordinating city-based R communities, while promoting the use of R for solving real-world challenges across sectors like health, education, research, and governance.

Vision

To create a thriving ecosystem of R communities in Ghana, powered by collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

Mission

To empower individuals and groups across Ghana to harness the R programming language for data analysis and problem-solving by:
  • Coordinating and supporting local user groups
  • Hosting inclusive, skill-building events and trainings
  • Promoting collaboration across sectors and skill levels
  • Advocating for data-driven development through R

Our Story

2016

Accra R User Group launched by Amit Kohli

2019

Revived by Francis Mensah, Samuel Tandoh & Dr. Paul A. Agbodza

2022

Registered as Ghana R Users Community, with a national focus on supporting and incubating city user groups

Our structure allows new city groups to grow under our umbrella until they gain the capacity to operate independently.

Leadership/Management

Francis Mensah

Francis Mensah

Founder and Research Scientist

Samuel Tandoh

Samuel Tandoh

Co-founder and Medical Laboratory Scientist

George Kyei Agyen

George Kyei Agyen

Data scientist and R Training specialist

Ebenezer Senu

Ebenezer Senu

Researcher and Data Scientist

Uwakmfon Usen Paul

Uwakmfon Usen Paul

Graphic Designer and R Trainer

Adolf Ato Enyan

Adolf Ato Enyan

Accountant

Lilly Christine Annan

Lilly Christine Annan

Social Media Manager

Gwynn Gebeyehu, PhD

Gwynn Gebeyehu, PhD

Advisory Committee Member

Dr. Napoleon Bellua Sam

Dr. Napoleon Bellua Sam

Advisory Committee Member

Kevin O'Brien

Kevin O'Brien

Advisory Committee Member

Dr. Lord Emmanuel Yamoah

Dr. Lord Emmanuel Yamoah

Advisory Committee Member

Community Statistics

1K
Community Members
17+
R User Groups (Chapters)
4
Conferences
50+
Workshops/Trainings