ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024
United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows.
UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT DANIEL MARIAL RENG KUDUM, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
African Leadership University Rwanda | Kigali, Rwanda | Advancing SDG 12, SDG 14, SDG 15 & UNAI 9
" I believe technology and data can help build a better future. As a Millennium Fellow, I am excited to learn from others, grow as a leader, and develop solutions that promote sustainable industrialization in South Sudan and beyond. Together, we can create a future where progress and sustainability go hand in hand. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Nile Green Packaging Ltd
Nile Green Packaging is an emerging startup committed to transforming South Sudan’s packaging industry by introducing sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives to plastic. Our goal is to reduce plastic waste and promote environmental responsibility by developing biodegradable and recyclable packaging solutions for businesses and consumers.
As South Sudan moves toward economic growth, there is a growing need for sustainable practices. Nile Green Packaging aims to be at the forefront of this transition by raising awareness, exploring innovative materials, and building partnerships that support a greener future. By championing eco-friendly solutions, we aspire to drive both environmental sustainability and economic opportunities in South Sudan.
About the Millennium Fellow
Daniel Marial Reng Kudum is a software engineering student and aspiring data scientist at the African Leadership University in Kigali, Rwanda. Originally from South Sudan, he is passionate about using technology and data science to drive sustainable industrialization and economic growth in his country. As the Founder and CEO of Nile Green Packaging, he is committed to reducing plastic pollution by introducing biodegradable and recyclable packaging solutions. Daniel, a Mastercard Foundation Scholar, believes in leveraging innovation to create long-term environmental and economic impact in South Sudan and beyond.
