2025 Intake Open University of Kenya
2025 Intake Open University of Kenya

Leadership Development

The Power of Connection: How Social Capital and Networks Redefine Leadership Today

For Edinah Kangwana MBS, meaningful networks are not measured in likes or followers, but in authenticity, trust, and intentional engagement. In her keynote speech, Pamela Magwaro underscored that trust begins with self-trust, emphasizing that leaders...

From Boardrooms to Communities: How Lillian Ngala is Building Authentic Leadership for Africa

She is creating platforms where individuals can thrive both professionally and personally, whether through graduate trainee programs that groom future leaders or wellness initiatives that safeguard work-life balance. Lillian’s leadership journey is not confined to...

Maramureș 2025 Becomes a Beacon of Hope as Dr. Nina Meyerhof Urges Youth to...

Her call to “lead from the soul” would become the guiding theme of the institute, weaving its way through intensive workshops, cultural immersions, and late-night reflections that reshaped how participants saw themselves—and the world. One...

Kenya’s Development Deadlock: Why Slogans Can’t Build a Nation

Political promises change with each election, but national development must be anchored in continuity. Development goals should be negotiated and agreed upon across political lines. History won’t remember our manifestos. It will remember what we built...

Leaders Hail Edinah Kangwana as a Rising Force in Transformational Leadership

Edinah Nyaboke Kangwana's story is one of resilience, dedication, and transformative leadership. From her early days in banking to her impactful roles in public service and advocacy for gender equality, she has consistently demonstrated...

Prof. Ayiro: Leadership Lessons from Pioneering Principal of Sunshine Secondary School

The peak performance, borne out of passion and mission, prompted President Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi — the ‘sobriquet professor of politics’ — to appoint him as the pioneering principal of Sunshine Secondary School in...

PLO Lumumba Enlivens Arise Circle Transformational Leadership Awards Ceremony

Known for a powerful choice of words, eloquence and confidence, Prof. Lumumba’s speech was a mix of spiritual wisdom, historical references, and profound insights into transformational leadership. He called the attendees to action, encouraging everyone...

Dr. Khomotšo Malete-Mashalane: Spotlight on a Trailblazer in Global Women’s Empowerment

Her influence reverberates globally, as evidenced by her ambassadorial roles in esteemed organisations such as the World Women Organisation (WWO) and Research Foundation India (RFI). Her features in esteemed publications such as Atlanta News and...

Peninah Nasimiyu: How AWEC Has Nurtured my Career And Personality

By Peninah Nasimiyu Ouma The past year has been an amazing experience for me as part of Cohort 6 with AWEC, which has been a transformative experience. I have connected with fellow female entrepreneurs across Africa,...

Arise Circle’s Round Table Conversations tackles future leading, opens lenses on way forward

Leaders should not be consumed by building a future for the next generation but build leaders for the next generation instead. One should start by evaluating their current status as it is a key foundation...