Didier Maliki

Founder & CEO - UBUCHANGE 

Didier Maliki is a Congolese refugee and social entrepreneur based in Kampala, Uganda, where he leads several impactful initiatives, including Stand For Talent, GreenSpace Recycling Impact, and the Talent Innovation Academy. Having faced numerous challenges as a young refugee since 2015, Didier’s journey has shaped his commitment to creating opportunities for others. His early experiences in Uganda—starting with a teaching job in Kyaka 2 settlement that paid only 50,000 Uganda shillings per month—inspired him to start language programs, helping young people learn French and English. His efforts have led many youths to secure scholarships to Canada through SRP.

In 2023, Didier founded Stand For Talent to address the high unemployment rate among young refugees and host community members, recognizing the incredible talents that were going unnoticed. Stand For Talent provides a platform for these young individuals to showcase their abilities, though challenges like securing venues and fair compensation have made the journey difficult. Motivated by environmental concerns in his community, Didier also established GreenSpace Recycling Impact, an initiative focused on turning plastic waste into sustainable products like plastic timber and tarps. Through GreenSpace, he empowers youth to take action on climate change and promotes eco-friendly practices within his community.

With a high school diploma in Petrochemistry, Didier uses technology and social media to spread his message, raising awareness on environmental issues and advocating for sustainable practices. His goal is to inspire his community to join him in building a cleaner, greener future for the next generation, combining talent promotion with environmental stewardship to create lasting, positive change.