Kana Kanthanathan

diplomat

Kana Kanthanathan is a seasoned business professional with over four decades of experience in Africa. He has served as the Sri Lankan representative in Kenya while also acting as a representative in 22 other African countries. His contributions include roles as a permanent representative to both the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN Habitat) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Additionally, he has worked as an election observer across the African continent, building long-term relationships with African leaders and governments. He also served as an economic and investment advisor to the former President of the Republic of Guinea, Professor Alpha Conde.