The Consular and Diplomatic Service University (CDSU), the academic and diplomatic training arm of the World Diplomatic Organization (WDO) headquartered in London, UK, has officially announced the upcoming graduation of its 2025 Cohort, scheduled for February 2026 in London, United Kingdom. This distinguished group of emerging diplomats represents the latest beneficiaries of WDO’s fully funded global scholarship initiative, which provides exceptional young leaders with free, world‑class training in Diplomacy and International Relations.
This year’s graduating class comprises students from Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, reflecting the international character of CDSU and the global mandate of the WDO. Upon graduation, each scholar will be deployed to serve within WDO’s continental diplomatic institutions: the African Diplomatic Organization (ADO), the Asian Diplomatic Organization (ASDO), the European Diplomatic Organization (EUDO), and the American Diplomatic Organization (AMDO).
These four bodies operate as regional pillars under the broader umbrella of the WDO, headquartered in London, and together form a unified global framework dedicated to strengthening diplomacy, empowering youth, and addressing socio‑political challenges across continents.
*A Global Mission Rooted in Youth Empowerment and International Cooperation*
The establishment of ADO, ASDO, EUDO, and AMDO is a core component of WDO’s global project, an ambitious initiative designed to build diplomatic capacity across regions while ensuring that young people are meaningfully represented in global decision‑making.
ADO, which covers all 54 African Union member states, plays a particularly strategic role by advancing youth participation in diplomacy in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2250 (Youth, Peace and Security). Through its integration into WDO’s worldwide operations, CDSU functions not merely as a regional institution but as a vital contributor to a global diplomatic ecosystem.
Each continental organization hosts its Annual World Diplomatic Summit, a flagship event that convenes youth leaders, policymakers, diplomats, and civil society actors to address pressing socio‑economic and diplomatic issues. These summits generate actionable solutions that feed into both continental and global agendas, reinforcing WDO’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable diplomacy.
*A Modern Diplomatic University Shaped by Global Realities*
Since the COVID‑19 pandemic in 2020, CDSU has operated exclusively through a comprehensive virtual learning system. This transition enabled the university to expand its reach across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the diaspora, while maintaining uninterrupted academic delivery.
All programs are delivered under the direct academic supervision and quality assurance of the WDO Headquarters in London, ensuring that every course remains accredited, internationally aligned, and consistent with WDO’s global educational standards.
Despite its digital learning model for some of its Satellite campuses across continents, CDSU maintains a strong commitment to ceremonial tradition. All graduates are required to attend the official physical graduation ceremony in London, where they receive their Certificates, Diplomas, and Professional Licenses in the presence of WDO leadership and invited dignitaries. Students unable to travel due to verified constraints participate through a special virtual segment and receive their credentials via secure international courier.
Introducing the 2025 CDSU Scholarship Graduating Cohort
The World Diplomatic Organization proudly presents the 2025 CDSU Scholarship Graduants, whose academic journey has been fully financed by WDO as part of its global commitment to youth empowerment and diplomatic excellence:
Joseph Goddah – Cameroon
Moses Davide Busher – Malawi
Onika Campbell-Rowe – USA
Benjamin Wambua Musunza – Kenya
Isaac Eyen-Obong Isaac – Nigeria
Sandeep Kumar Gautam – Nepal
Mabel Obeng – Ghana
Olufunmi Olaosun – Nigeria
Umar Adamu – Ghana
Naseer Abdullahi – Nigeria
William Boateng – Ghana
Majors Nourinnon – Ghana
Mako Afiavi Amandine – Benin
Mabel Daisy Zureyele Kparu – Ghana
Cephas Semanu Shiamgbor – Ghana
Akramul Hafiz Chowdhury – Bangladesh
Accrombessi Jimmy Bidossessi Alban Pio – Benin
Vitangni Cossi Victor – Benin
Frederick Danimbe – Tchad
Hounsounou Arsène – Benin
Aguegue Winsou Lucien – Benin
Hadzide Nunana Abra – Ghana
Obed Elton Abbah – Ghana
Hannah Andoh – Ghana
Madhvi Shah – India
Okello Augustine Kezzy – Uganda
Gueptchouang Wambou Brice Vanolle – Cameroon
Mekontchou Michelle – Cameroon
Chuol Lony Deng Yuel – South Sudan
Itoua Adoulayel Maurelle – Republic of Congo
Including many others Batches and Cohort Groups.
This diverse cohort embodies the spirit of global unity and international cooperation that defines the mission of CDSU and the WDO.
*A New Generation of Diplomats Ready to Serve the World*
Upon graduation, these scholars will be assigned to their respective continental organizations, ADO, ASDO, EUDO, and AMDO, where they will contribute to diplomatic programs, youth engagement initiatives, peacebuilding efforts, and international development projects.
Their training at CDSU has equipped them with the diplomatic competencies, global awareness, and leadership skills required to serve as agents of peace, development, and international cooperation.
As the world prepares to welcome the CDSU Class of 2025 into global service, the WDO reaffirms its commitment to building a future where young diplomats play a central role in shaping international dialogue and advancing sustainable solutions across continents.
