Education

John Tingoi has emerged as one of Kenya's brightest young talents, bringing global recognition to the country through his achievements in quantitative finance. 

Kennedy Odede is among Kenya's most respected social entrepreneurs and a leading voice against urban poverty.  

Born and raised in Kibera, Odede rose from extreme hardship to global influence to become a symbol of resilience.  

Joan Thatiah, 37, is an author and journalist who has single-handedly chronicled the raw, unfiltered social landscape of Nairobi through her wildly popular "Confessions" series.  

Kenyan innovator Elly Savatia is turning heads across Africa thanks to a groundbreaking solution which bridges the communication gap for the deaf community. 

 Arguably, no one has been more compelling in terms of their content in 2025 than Musyoki Mutisya.  

The young lad has redefined the use of social media, using his platform to turn complex subjects into engaging lessons, and connecting with thousands of students across the country. 

Michael Ndurumo’s lifelong dedication to advancing the rights and dignity of the deaf community earned him one of Kenya’s highest honours in 2025, when the United Nations in Kenya named him Person of the Year.  

Professor George Nyabuga is a distinguished academic, media scholar, and former journalist who has dedicated his career to shaping the continent's media landscape and advancing higher education standards.  

Laila is the Vice Chancellor of the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM), a position she has held since being confirmed in 2018 after serving in an acting capacity. 

She is the first female vice chancellor from the Coast region and the first Muslim woman to hold such a high-profile position in the country. 

He is a technology leader and youth-empowerment advocate who serves as Site Director at Zone01, a coding and tech-training hub based in Kisumu that aims to equip the youth with software-development skills.