Vision
To become Sierra Leone’s leading creative ecosystem, where strong brands are built and young people build creative careers.
About us
A young company with deep roots.
Nexa Kolektivs Limited is a Sierra Leonean branding, communications, multimedia and digital solutions company based in Freetown. It was incorporated in October 2025.
Our story
Two strands of work, one business.
The company grew from two strands of work led by our founder over several years: professional client work in design, web development and communications, and mentorship of young people seeking practical creative skills.
Nexa brings both into one structured business. Every project we take on is also a chance for a young person to learn.
The name
Nexa
Stands for what comes next: forward thinking, technology and modern creativity.
Kolektivs
Comes from “collectives”: creatives working together, learning from one another and building a shared ecosystem of brands, designers and young professionals.
Mission
To develop the next generation of Sierra Leonean creatives through practical training and mentorship, and to help small businesses and organisations communicate with confidence.
Core values
What we stand for.
- 01
Excellence
Work finished to a professional standard.
- 02
Collaboration
Better results through shared skills.
- 03
Innovation
New tools, including AI, used with purpose.
- 04
Access
Opportunity and good design within reach of all.
- 05
Integrity
Honesty and accountability in every project.
James Combey
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
“Every project we take on is also a chance for a young person to learn.”
The people
Led by practitioners who still do the work.
James is a branding and communications professional working across design, creative content, web development and institutional communications. He began his career in 2020 at Afro Technology and Logistics, moving from the control room into client web design and development, and later leading a team of 15.
He leads Nexa’s programmes and creative work, and is currently pursuing an MBA.
Founder track record (before Nexa)
- Trained and supported 200+ young people in digital, design and marketing skills
- Collaborated with international partners including UNICEF, the International Trade Centre (ITC) and KOICA
- Delivered communications and digital work for public institutions
Our team
A core team of three full-time members, supported by associate designers, videographers and developers engaged according to project needs.
Impact goals · next 3–5 years
Where we’re going next.
Phase 1
Strengthen
Run regular masterclass cohorts and extend the SME Digital Programme to more women-led businesses.
Phase 2
Academy
Grow the masterclass into a Nexa creative academy with regular cohorts, with a continued focus on young women.
Phase 3
Incubator
Support academy graduates into creative work through mentorship, live projects and an associate network.
Phase 4
Ecosystem
Establish Nexa as a leading creative talent hub in Sierra Leone, connecting young creatives, businesses and partners.