Gibril Faal

Gibril Faal is a Visiting Professor in Practice at the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa (FLIA), London School of Economics. He concurrently serves as Director of GK Partners—specializing in sustainable development and socially responsible business models—and founded RemitAid™ to transform remittances into development finance. His UK public service includes appointments as a Justice of the Peace and magistrate since 2004.

Research Focus:
Prof. Faal's interdisciplinary work spans:

• African diaspora contributions to development
• Technology-driven migration solutions
• EU-Africa policy frameworks
• Gambian political economy
• Multilateral negotiation strategies

His publications emphasize practical applications in migration governance and diaspora finance.

Honors & Service:

• OBE (2014) for advancing international development
• Advisory roles: Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program, GFMD Entrepreneurship Committee
• Former Vice Chair of Bond (UK NGO network)

Education:
Studied at five London universities with multiple qualifications, though specific degrees are undisclosed.