Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
I lead the Employee Relations, Experience and Culture function at Britam Holdings, a leading Pan-African organization, where I have the privilege of guiding both strategy and people.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
Under her leadership, culture has taken center stage at Village Enterprise. Evelyne has built a people function that is both human and strategic-designing systems that deliver results; while ensuring they remain rooted in empathy and collaboration. She champions inclusion not as a checkbox, but as a leadership imperative.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
Since 2016, as the Human Resource Business Partner at Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL), Keziah’s role has evolved into that of a trusted strategic partner and visionary.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
I am an avid gardener and passionate public speaker. Both practices ground me—gardening in its quiet discipline, and speaking in its power to connect people to purpose and spark fresh new ideas.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
Certified in Emotional Intelligence assessment, Prosci® Change Management, and Executive Coaching, having undertaken the Sunny Bindra Fast Forward and Strathmore Leadership programs, and currently completing her MBA and Diploma Certification in Adolescent and Youth Coaching (CAYC), Susan doesn’t merely collect accolades-she applies them.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
Determined to build credibility in a new field, Wanjiru pursued a Higher National Diploma in HR Management from IHRM, followed by an Executive MBA, and later the Senior Management Leadership Program (SMLP) at Strathmore Business School in partnership with IESE. The pivot demanded grit, humility, and a deep alignment to God’s will and purpose for her life.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
Ann Karanu’s story is one of faith, grit, and a heart big enough to lift everyone around her. Growing up in Nakuru, Kenya, with deeply devoted Catholic parents, Ann’s life was built on values that have stayed with her every step of the way: faith, discipline, and kindness.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
From her early days as an HR Assistant at KCB to becoming the cultural architect of one of East Africa’s largest beverage companies before her very recent move to Safaricom PLC, Kamal’s career is proof that ambition, inclusivity, and an appetite for growth can transform both individuals and organisations.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
As a changemaker in the People and Culture space, Mucha is particularly passionate about psychological safety. She’s quick to point out that despite growing global awareness, African organizations often struggle with the unspoken taboos around vulnerability, failure, and emotional expression.
Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025
Her approach to capacity building is grounded in the belief that institutions flourish when their people are empowered to grow, innovate, and lead. She sees human resources not merely as an administrative function, but as a strategic partner in creating enriched, inclusive work environments through thoughtful talent management and a strong culture of belonging and respect.