Bright Shitemi is a leading mental health advocate in 2025, actively shaping public discourse on mental health awareness in Kenya and across Africa.
He founded Mental 360, an award-winning and leading mental health organisation in Kenya.
Through it, he has delivered psychosocial support to over 10,000 at-risk youth, reached 2 million Kenyans through awareness campaigns, trained 500 youth as peer mental health champions, and employed over 100 specialists in the field.
Shitemi influences policy by working with NGOs, schools, and government agencies to promote mental health inclusion and funding for related programmes.
In 2025, he gained recognition through partnerships with global platforms like TikTok’s SSA Mental Health Education Fund, expanding the reach of his initiatives.
His milestones include launching nationwide mental health campaigns and securing funding programmes targeting marginalised and vulnerable populations.
Shitemi’s partnerships with international advocacy platforms and NGOs have strengthened his market presence, positioning him as a leading voice for mental health in the region.