Honor Roll
Celebrating the visionary leaders, pioneers, and distinguished servants who have shaped the African Council of Optometry and advanced eye health across the continent.
A Legacy of Service & Vision
These eminent men and women have, in various ways, helped shape AFCO and served in capacities that laid the foundation for optometry across Africa. Their dedication, leadership, and sacrifice continue to inspire generations.
“The African Council of Optometry stands on the shoulders of giants — leaders who envisioned a united continent where quality eye care is accessible to all. This Honor Roll celebrates their indelible mark on our profession and our people.”
Senanu Quacoe Wossinu
Dr. Ronald Eyime
Prof. Kovin Naidoo
Dr. Uduak Udom
Dr. Cecil Nwafor
Prof. Tuwani
Naomi Nsubuga
Prof. Canice Asonye
Peter Muwanguzi
Eden Mushayo
Molefe Mokeme
Founding Visionaries
The leaders who convened in Durban in 1996 and inaugurated AFCO in 1998, planting the seeds of continental unity in optometry.
Prof. D. Sheni
First President of AFCO. Later became President of the World Council of Optometry. His leadership established AFCO’s place in global optometry.
Dr. Emma Esenwa
Represented Nigeria at the 1996 Durban conference. Instrumental in AFCO’s formation and early advocacy.
Beatrice Letsu
Represented Ghana at the founding conference and served as AFCO’s first Treasurer, managing the organization’s early finances.
Dr. Francis Morny
One of Ghana’s representatives at the historic 1996 IACLE conference in Durban that birthed AFCO.
Prof. B.S Mencias
Represented Kenya at the 1996 founding conference, bringing East African perspective to the continental body.
Alan Rubin
Represented South Africa alongside other national officers at the Durban conference that launched AFCO.
B.S Daffeh
Represented Gambia at the 1996 Durban conference, contributing to the diverse representation that formed AFCO.
Angela Amedo
One of Ghana’s representatives at the founding conference, contributing to AFCO’s early formation.
A Legacy That Lives On
“The vision planted in Durban has grown into a mighty tree. Today, AFCO stands as a testament to the dedication of these distinguished leaders — their work continues through every optometrist who serves, every patient who sees clearly, and every child who will never know preventable blindness.”