Madhvi Dalal

Madhvi Dalal is a social entrepreneur, former pharmacist, yoga instructor, and dancer. She is the founder and Executive Director at PadMal.  

PadMal is a social enterprise dedicated to eradicating period poverty through the provision of reusable sanitary pads and menstrual health education. 

Eric Omondi

The renowned comedian has, over the past few years, reinvented himself as one of the country's foremost activists and philanthropists. 

Omondi has leveraged his influence and social media platforms to amplify the struggles of ordinary Kenyans, particularly the youth and the jobless. 

Vincent Onyala

Vincent Onyala has emerged as a standout rugby talent in 2025, making waves as the MVP of the National 7s circuit, highlighting his athletic skill and contribution to Kenyan rugby.  

Born on December 10, 1990, Onyala has actively promoted rugby at grassroots and national levels, encouraging young athletes to pursue the sport professionally.  

In recognition of his 2025 performances, Onyala has become one of the most sought-after players in domestic competitions, earning accolades for his agility, tactical intelligence, and leadership on the field.  

Judy Kibinge

Judy Kibinge is a filmmaker, writer, producer, and the founder of Docubox, an East African documentary film fund.

Known for her pioneering role in the region's film scene, her work involves both feature films and documentaries that often delve into Kenyan society, with a particular focus on untold stories.

Before becoming a filmmaker, Kibinge worked in the advertising industry.

In 1999, she left the advertising industry to pursue a filmmaking career.

Brygettes Ngana

Brygettes Ngana is the Regional Editor, South Rift for the Nation Media Group and is stationed in Nakuru County.

Ngana, who has over 10 years of experience in the media ecosystem, previously worked with KTN.

In the course of her media career, Ngana has been known for her in-depth investigative work and specialized knowledge in health and science communication.

Ngana pioneered TV reporting in Nakuru, becoming the first and only female TV reporter stationed there, which motivated other major media houses to establish a presence in the region.

Ndindi Nyoro

Ndindi Nyoro is a Member of Parliament representing Kiharu Constituency.  

Born in a small village known as Gathukeini in December 1985, Ndindi is one of the most outspoken and vocal lawmakers in the Parliament and has made a significant impact in 2025 through his advocacy for access to quality education and fiscal accountability.  

Mathildah Amollo

Mathildah Amollo is an agripreneur and the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Greatlakes Feeds, an aquaculture company focused on producing sustainable fish feeds and high-quality fingerlings. 

Hellen Obiri

Hellen Obiri has, in the past two years, cemented her status as one of Kenya's and the world's elite athletes.

She first made her mark on the global stage in the 1500m before transitioning to longer distances, where she has also achieved historic success.

Obiri is a two-time World Champion in the 5,000m, winning gold in 2017 and 2019.

Obiri also finished second in the 2025 Boston Marathon in a new personal best time of 2:17:41.

Ashok Shah

For years, Ashok Shah, the Group CEO of APA Insurance, has been an outstanding figure in the country's insurance ecosystem.  

Under his leadership, APA has recorded strong growth across the general and life insurance sectors and has been ranking among the country’s top insurers.

Shah has also been instrumental in advancing digitisation and automation within APA to strengthen efficiency and improve service delivery.