2023 Intake Open University of Kenya
2023 Intake Open University of Kenya

Edinah Kangwana

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Ms. Kangwana is a Leadership and Governance practitioner championing Wellness, Diversity and Inclusion. She is also a columnist with Scholar Media Africa. Her contact: ekangwana@gmail.com
Kenya’s Constitution 2010 gives a solid foundation on the need to protect the rights of all Kenyans. Pregnant teenage girls are already vulnerable and prone to bullying and other related stigma and biases by their peers, teachers, family members, and other members of society.  Instead of slamming the door in front of them and locking them out, teenage mothers can be...
Just like men, women need the right, accommodating environments to lead with empathy, vision, and impact. Sexism is a challenge women face till now. Many a time, the voices of reason by women are not heard, for many just see women as sex objects. As a woman leader, what are you doing to ensure those behind you, the blooming leaders looking...
Role modeling is among the surest ways to help young people see the future and the projected fruits of their potential. The Role Modelling Initiative by Edinah Kangwana on-boarded Arise Circle KE in the school mentorship mission collaborative partnership with Top Talent Agency and Civility Tours and Travel. The collaboration allowed the three entities to reach out to over 12,000 students...
Historically, Kenya still struggles with consistent budget deficits, poor financial governance, corruption, heavy debt burden and other natural circumstances like rampaging droughts. In July 2023, Kenya’s inflation rate fell to 7.3%, the lowest reading since May 2022, and from 7.9% in June.  Most Kenyans have scaled down on their expenditure, with a number doing away with paid services usually offered by...
Edinah Kangwana MBS, MHC., having a light moment with pupils at Itibo P.A.G Primary and Junior Secondary School recently. As a mental health and wellness champion, she has been on a mission to empower young people on matters mental health, personal development and related matters of interest. PHOTO/Courtesy.
Stress can be defined as a feeling of emotional strain and pressure; it is a type of psychological pain.  Among students, biological development, the surrounding environment, and demanding societal expectations, including social connections, are among the main stressors. With schools being the students, teachers, and support staff’s second home, all efforts should be put in and mindful structures encouraged to...
Edinah Kangwana, a mental wellness champion, addressing students at Mobamba High School, Kisii County, during a wellness and career talk. Mental health conversations among children and teenagers are vital in schools, homes and in communities. PHOTO/Courtesy.
Mental health conversations in Kenyan schools remain essential. Parents, the government, the community and individuals have a share in escalating the conversation. Round Table Wellness Foundation is among the initiatives concerned about mental health among students and communities. Mental health, just like physical health, is a vital aspect of the well-being of all of us regardless of age, gender, religion, occupation,...