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Njerae is a rising star in East Africa's music scene as an Afro-Indie musician, who achieved a significant milestone in 2024 by signing with Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG EA). 

Florence Nyole dared to step into a territory that not many women would, especially in today's world.

As one of the few women in architecture, Nyole, 38, brought a touch of femininity to the male-dominated building industry.

The award-winning architect began her journey in 2005 when she joined the University of Nairobi to study architecture. During her time there, only four women graduated in a class of 20 students, including herself.

Shakira Wafula rose to prominence during the June 2024 Gen Z protests, where her courage in the face of police resistance captivated Kenyans.

Her bravery warranted the attention of Kenyans after she fearlessly faced the police during the protests and confronted them.

In a viral video, she was seen boldly confronting the police, saying, “I am here for my people, I am here for your rights. Nitoe! Nitoe baba! Sitoki!”

Major General Fatuma Ahmed defines what women can achieve even at heights previously viewed as men’s only.

She was appointed Commander of the Kenya Air Force (KAF) on May 2, 2024, by President William Ruto. Before this appointment, she served as the Senior Directing Staff Air at the National Defence College.

Major General Ahmed enlisted in the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in 1983 and was commissioned in 1985 after completing her foundational Military Officers’ Training at the Kenya Military Academy (KMA).

Njeri Migwi is a tireless advocate for justice in the face of rising violence against women in Kenya.

Born and raised in Kariobangi, Nairobi, she was raised by her father after her parents divorced when she was six. Married at 16, Migwi endured violence, which fuelled her resolve to support others in similar situations.

She co-founded Usikimye, a movement combatting sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), providing refuge and a voice for survivors.

Peres Jepchirchir is a Kenyan long-distance athlete who reaffirmed her status as one of the world's greatest marathon runners in 2024 with a record-breaking performance at the London Marathon on April 21. 

She claimed victory in the women’s elite race, setting a women-only world record of 2:16:16. This remarkable feat shattered Mary Keitany's 2017 record by 45 seconds, highlighting her unmatched endurance and tactical prowess​.

Azeezah Hashim is an award-winning media personality, who rose to prominence when she replaced Willis Raburu as the host of Citizen TV's 10 over 10 Show.

With her vibrant hosting style, Azeezah has redefined the show, drawing in younger audiences and creating a unique space for entertainment and youth-focused discussions​.

Ruth Chepng’etich, born on 8th August 1994, is a Kenyan road runner and the current women’s world record holder for the marathon, setting a time of 2:09:56 at the 2024 Chicago Marathon.

She is a three-time Chicago Marathon champion, having won in 2021, 2022, and 2024, and the 2019 World Champion.

Chepng’etich is the first woman to break the 2:11 and 2:10 barriers in the marathon and also boasts the sixth-fastest half-marathon time of 1:04:02.

Sheila Chepkirui Kiprotich is a Kenyan middle- and long-distance runner known for her global achievements, including her recent victory at the 2024 New York City Marathon, clocking 2:24:35.

Born on 7 December 1990, Sheila has excelled in international competitions, winning a bronze medal in the 10,000 metres at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

She also holds the fourth-fastest time on the world all-time list for a women-only 10-kilometre road race.

Wawira Njiru is a philanthropist and nutritionist who serves as Executive Director of Food for Education, an organisation that provides affordable school meals to over 350,000 public primary schoolchildren across Nairobi, Kiambu, and Mombasa.

Her efforts have garnered both local and international acclaim. In April 2024, the Food for Education Foundation won the Social Innovator Award from the Skoll Foundation in Oxford, England.