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Top 20 Most Impactful Corporate Foundations Transforming Lives 2026

If there is one programme that captures its purpose, it is Inuka. The name means “rise up,” and for hundreds of young Kenyans living with disabilities, that is exactly what the scholarship has made possible.
Every year since 2016, the Foundation has sponsored one girl and one boy with disabilities from each of Kenya’s 47 counties. The scholarship recognises a reality that often receives too little attention.

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Top 20 Most Impactful Corporate Foundations Transforming Lives 2026

If there is one programme that captures its purpose, it is Inuka. The name means “rise up,” and for hundreds of young Kenyans living with disabilities, that is exactly what the scholarship has made possible.
Every year since 2016, the Foundation has sponsored one girl and one boy with disabilities from each of Kenya’s 47 counties. The scholarship recognises a reality that often receives too little attention.

Continue Reading »

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Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

Originally from India, he moved to Kenya with a dream and a handful of code. His initial foray into the tech space began with freelance software development, but his ambitions quickly expanded. In 2000, he founded Craft Silicon, a software firm that would grow into a multi-million-dollar enterprise with a presence in over 40 countries.

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

Caroline is shaping a new leadership conversation across Africa and MEA through her emerging LinkedIn series on the thesis that every company is becoming a technology company. In her recent article, “Every CEO & Board Must Now Think Like a Tech Company,” she outlines why modern leadership must prioritize cloud, data, AI, and platform-driven models.

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

Rita joined the motor industry in 1995 in the sales and marketing department of then General Motors EA. She has worked her way through the ranks both in Kenya and South Africa, excelling in all the positions she has held. In recognition of her business acumen, General Motors nominated her for a leadership sponsored programs at Harvard Business School to further sharpen her skills.

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

Dr. Asonga’s leadership is evident in her most recent election as a director representing East Africa on the Africa’s Internet Registry (AFRINIC) board, through an election process that got the resource holders to vote. Dr. Asonga reputation as a dependable and proven performer got her endorsed not only by the region’s service providers but also governments through the African Telecommunications Union and Smart Africa.

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

“As a business, we are always watching, researching, and understanding how consumer dynamics are evolving,” Ms. Karuku explains. Today’s consumers want more than a drink: they want flavour, choice, and experiences whether entertaining at home, exploring new social spaces, or seeking lighter alcoholic options that reflect wellness priorities.

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

Her governance footprint extends beyond formal corporate appointments. She is a member of The Boardroom Africa, a pan African initiative strengthening corporate governance by increasing the representation and preparedness of women on boards across the continent.

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

Beyond the boardroom, he remains committed to community empowerment. For instance, as a field volunteer with ANPPCAN, he dedicated time to supporting women who have been formerly incarcerated, equipping them with business skills and facilitating access to micro-loans to help them rebuild their lives.