Constantine Wasonga was elected as the Secretary General of the University Staff Association in July 2021 and ever since has been very vocal on the rights of university staff workers across the country.
Wasonga holds a Master’s degree in Law from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor’s degree in Education (Arts), with History and Religious Education as his teaching subjects.
Dr. Joy Mugambi is a prominent family medicine specialist and health leader. She made history in November 2024 by becoming the Secretary General of the Commonwealth Medical Association (CMA) during its 27th Biennial Conference in Chennai, India.
Dr. Mugambi previously served as Vice President for the East, Central, and Southern Africa region of the CMA for two terms, championing improved healthcare policies and practices.
George Ndirangu is a multi-award-winning journalist and media professional who has established himself as a prominent figure in African media and development communications.
With over a decade of experience, he has worked for leading platforms, including the BBC, CNBC Africa, and Forbes Africa.
Known for his engaging storytelling and insightful reporting, George has carved a niche in delivering content that bridges the gap between complex issues and everyday audiences.
Angela Okutoyi is a trailblazing Kenyan tennis player renowned for her achievements as a junior. At just 20 years old, she became the first Kenyan woman in 29 years to win a professional tennis event.
She was the youngest player to represent Kenya at the Billie Jean King Cup after making a debut at the age of 14 in 2018. Okutoyi was the first Kenyan to lift the African Junior Championship in 2021. Although she didn’t make it for the Olympics 2024, Okutoyi has made remarkable achievements.
He may share the same name as the President of the Republic of Kenya, but Captain William Ruto could not be more different from the Head of State in terms of their respective careers.
A seasoned mariner, Captain William Ruto has worked in both the private and public sectors.
He began his career as a Cadet Marine Deck Officer in 1991 before joining the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) as a Deck Officer Trainee Pilot.
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).
Benson Kipruto is a Kenyan marathoner who has won multiple major marathons and is one of the most consistent and accomplished road runners, his latest being competing at the Olympic Games in Paris 2024.
The 33-year-old has an impressive track record, including victories at the Boston Marathon in 2021, the Chicago Marathon in 2022, and the Tokyo Marathon earlier this year.
Duncan Onyango is a seasoned professional with nearly three decades of senior management experience in investment, SME support, and infrastructure projects across East Africa.
He played a pivotal role in Kenya’s first public-private partnership (PPP) as Chief Financial Officer at Rift Valley Railways, securing investments worth $290 million.
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.
The former IMF senior economist has had an impactful 2024, thanks to his work as the governor of the Central Bank of Kenya.
Since taking office in June 2023, Thugge has played a key role in shaping the Kenyan financial landscape.
Under his stewardship, the economist, who is the 10th governor of the Central Bank of Kenya, oversaw the stabilising of Kenyan markets and the strengthening of the Kenyan shilling, which has held steady at KSh129 against the intimidating US Dollar.