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WINNERS
NYOTA – National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement — Government Initiative of the Year (Government of Kenya / World Bank) Patience Mumbi — Mental Health Champion of the Year (Chuka University) Purity Thuo — Career Ambassador of the Year (Laikipia University) H.E. Ainembabazi Shillah — President/Chairperson of the Year (Uganda National Student Association) KCB Foundation — Foundation of the Year (KCB Foundation) Julian Ndombi — Director of Career Services of the Year (USIU-Africa) Bryton Kilinte — Career Ambassador of the Year (Embu University) Ms. Caroline Kathure Kamaru — Alumni of the Year (Embu University) Dr. Jane Gitau — Principal of the Year (Nyandarua National Polytechnic) Kenya Education Fund — Foundation of the Year (Kenya Education Fund) Brighter Monday — HR Firm of the Year (Brighter Monday) Rift Valley National Polytechnic — TVET Institution of the Year (Rift Valley National Polytechnic) Emmanuel Imani — Male Student Leader of the Year (Chuka University) Chuka University — Alumni Association of the Year (Chuka University) Dr. Lagon Machoka — Lecturer of the Year (Chuka University) Keith Kipchumba — President/Chairperson of the Year (Chuka University) Daystar University — Partner Recognition (Daystar University) Annrisper Kendi — Female Student Leader of the Year (Chuka University) Afya Care Foundation — Foundation of the Year (Afya Care Foundation) East Africa Agency Limited — HR Firm of the Year (East Africa Agency Limited) Prof. Henry Mutembei — Vice Chancellor of the Year (Chuka University) Hoscon Education — Study Abroad Partner of the Year (Hoscon Education) AIMS Education — Study Abroad Partner of the Year (AIMS Education) Prof. Daniel Mugendi Njiru — Vice Chancellor of the Year (Embu University) ICEA Lion — Partner Recognition (ICEA Lion) Ronny Mutethia — Career Ambassador of the Year (Chuka University) Dr. Gladys Osoro — Dean of the Year (University of Nairobi) Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) — Professional Certification/Membership Body of the Year (IHRM) Aron Bett — President/Chairperson of the Year (Embu University) Ms. Margaret Waithaka — Career Influencer of the Year (College of Career Guidance & Development) Lillian Ngala — Industry Icon of the Year (Diamond Trust Bank (DTB)) Chuka University – Office of Career Services — Office of Career Services of the Year (Chuka University) Jay Walemba — Career Influencer of the Year (JayCVs) Corporate Staffing Services — HR Firm of the Year (Corporate Staffing Services) CITAM Schools — CBE Excellence Award (CITAM Schools) Omanga O. Felix — Male Student Leader of the Year (Multimedia University) Nita Kihiro — Director of Career Services of the Year (Daystar University) Ms. Caroline Kathure Kamaru — Young Lecturer of the Year (Embu University) State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy — Partner Recognition (Government of Kenya) King David School — CBE Excellence Award (King David School) KCB Foundation — Partner Recognition (KCB Foundation) Karani Nkabu — Secretary/Director of the Year (Chuka University) Ahmed Rashid Burow — President/Chairperson of the Year (University of Nairobi) Good Joseph — Career Impact Creator of the Year Embu University Alumni Association — Alumni Association of the Year (Embu University) Dr. Manu Chandaria — Education Philanthropist of the Year (Chandaria Foundation) Moringa School — Youth Employment & Entrepreneurship Skills Partner of the Year (Moringa School) Daystar University — Most Preferred Higher Learning Institution of the Year (Daystar University) Scolar Odhiambo — Career Mentor of the Year (Enact Youth Skills) Dr. James Mwangi — Education Philanthropist of the Year (Equity Group Holdings) Winniefred Kisakye — Universities Representative to National Council for Higher Education (Uganda National Students Association) Vivian Mukami — Female Student of the Year (University of Nairobi) Dr. Marilyn Ronoh — Office of Career Services of the Year (Embu University) Meru University — Office of Career Services of the Year (Meru University) Sosten Kipkemboi — Director of Career Services of the Year (Moi University) Afubwa Musumi — Director of Career Services of the Year (Mount Kenya University (MKU)) Dr. Gladys Osoro — Director of Career Services of the Year (Kisii University) Faith Beatrice — President/Chairperson of the Year (Daystar University) Ministry of Youths — Partner Recognition (Government of Kenya) David Dida — Male Student Leader of the Year (Africa International University) Prof. Mughuna — Director of Career Services of the Year (Chuka University) Phyllis Muthoni Maina — Secretary/Director of the Year (Kenya Water Institute) Arnold Chepkonga — Male Student Leader of the Year (Mama Ngina University College) Man Power Services Group — HR Firm of the Year (Man Power Services Group) University of Nairobi — Most Preferred Higher Learning Institution of the Year (University of Nairobi) ICDAK — Professional Certification/Membership Body of the Year (ICDAK) Maisha HR — HR Firm of the Year (Maisha HR) Bryton Kilinte — Mental Health Champion of the Year (Embu University) Sammy K. Chemoiwa — Principal of the Year (Rift Valley National Polytechnic) University of Nairobi — Alumni Association of the Year (University of Nairobi) Affecto Foundation — Foundation of the Year (Affecto Foundation) NYOTA – National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement — Government Initiative of the Year (Government of Kenya / World Bank) Patience Mumbi — Mental Health Champion of the Year (Chuka University) Purity Thuo — Career Ambassador of the Year (Laikipia University) H.E. Ainembabazi Shillah — President/Chairperson of the Year (Uganda National Student Association) KCB Foundation — Foundation of the Year (KCB Foundation) Julian Ndombi — Director of Career Services of the Year (USIU-Africa) Bryton Kilinte — Career Ambassador of the Year (Embu University) Ms. Caroline Kathure Kamaru — Alumni of the Year (Embu University) Dr. Jane Gitau — Principal of the Year (Nyandarua National Polytechnic) Kenya Education Fund — Foundation of the Year (Kenya Education Fund) Brighter Monday — HR Firm of the Year (Brighter Monday) Rift Valley National Polytechnic — TVET Institution of the Year (Rift Valley National Polytechnic) Emmanuel Imani — Male Student Leader of the Year (Chuka University) Chuka University — Alumni Association of the Year (Chuka University) Dr. Lagon Machoka — Lecturer of the Year (Chuka University) Keith Kipchumba — President/Chairperson of the Year (Chuka University) Daystar University — Partner Recognition (Daystar University) Annrisper Kendi — Female Student Leader of the Year (Chuka University) Afya Care Foundation — Foundation of the Year (Afya Care Foundation) East Africa Agency Limited — HR Firm of the Year (East Africa Agency Limited) Prof. Henry Mutembei — Vice Chancellor of the Year (Chuka University) Hoscon Education — Study Abroad Partner of the Year (Hoscon Education) AIMS Education — Study Abroad Partner of the Year (AIMS Education) Prof. Daniel Mugendi Njiru — Vice Chancellor of the Year (Embu University) ICEA Lion — Partner Recognition (ICEA Lion) Ronny Mutethia — Career Ambassador of the Year (Chuka University) Dr. Gladys Osoro — Dean of the Year (University of Nairobi) Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) — Professional Certification/Membership Body of the Year (IHRM) Aron Bett — President/Chairperson of the Year (Embu University) Ms. Margaret Waithaka — Career Influencer of the Year (College of Career Guidance & Development) Lillian Ngala — Industry Icon of the Year (Diamond Trust Bank (DTB)) Chuka University – Office of Career Services — Office of Career Services of the Year (Chuka University) Jay Walemba — Career Influencer of the Year (JayCVs) Corporate Staffing Services — HR Firm of the Year (Corporate Staffing Services) CITAM Schools — CBE Excellence Award (CITAM Schools) Omanga O. Felix — Male Student Leader of the Year (Multimedia University) Nita Kihiro — Director of Career Services of the Year (Daystar University) Ms. Caroline Kathure Kamaru — Young Lecturer of the Year (Embu University) State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy — Partner Recognition (Government of Kenya) King David School — CBE Excellence Award (King David School) KCB Foundation — Partner Recognition (KCB Foundation) Karani Nkabu — Secretary/Director of the Year (Chuka University) Ahmed Rashid Burow — President/Chairperson of the Year (University of Nairobi) Good Joseph — Career Impact Creator of the Year Embu University Alumni Association — Alumni Association of the Year (Embu University) Dr. Manu Chandaria — Education Philanthropist of the Year (Chandaria Foundation) Moringa School — Youth Employment & Entrepreneurship Skills Partner of the Year (Moringa School) Daystar University — Most Preferred Higher Learning Institution of the Year (Daystar University) Scolar Odhiambo — Career Mentor of the Year (Enact Youth Skills) Dr. James Mwangi — Education Philanthropist of the Year (Equity Group Holdings) Winniefred Kisakye — Universities Representative to National Council for Higher Education (Uganda National Students Association) Vivian Mukami — Female Student of the Year (University of Nairobi) Dr. Marilyn Ronoh — Office of Career Services of the Year (Embu University) Meru University — Office of Career Services of the Year (Meru University) Sosten Kipkemboi — Director of Career Services of the Year (Moi University) Afubwa Musumi — Director of Career Services of the Year (Mount Kenya University (MKU)) Dr. Gladys Osoro — Director of Career Services of the Year (Kisii University) Faith Beatrice — President/Chairperson of the Year (Daystar University) Ministry of Youths — Partner Recognition (Government of Kenya) David Dida — Male Student Leader of the Year (Africa International University) Prof. Mughuna — Director of Career Services of the Year (Chuka University) Phyllis Muthoni Maina — Secretary/Director of the Year (Kenya Water Institute) Arnold Chepkonga — Male Student Leader of the Year (Mama Ngina University College) Man Power Services Group — HR Firm of the Year (Man Power Services Group) University of Nairobi — Most Preferred Higher Learning Institution of the Year (University of Nairobi) ICDAK — Professional Certification/Membership Body of the Year (ICDAK) Maisha HR — HR Firm of the Year (Maisha HR) Bryton Kilinte — Mental Health Champion of the Year (Embu University) Sammy K. Chemoiwa — Principal of the Year (Rift Valley National Polytechnic) University of Nairobi — Alumni Association of the Year (University of Nairobi) Affecto Foundation — Foundation of the Year (Affecto Foundation)
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3rd Edition Summit & Uongozi Career Awards

East AfricanEmployabilitySummit 2026

Skills without Borders — Accelerating Integration through Skills and Labour Mobility in East Africa.

11–12 November 2026 KICC, Nairobi, Kenya
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Government of Kenya · Distinguished guests

Leading Kenya’s youth, jobs and skills agenda.

EAES26 is proud to host the national leadership driving youth affairs, labour and skills development, as government, employers and educators work to connect East Africa’s young people with decent work. Hon. Salim Mvurya, EGH, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, will officially open the summit, and Hon. Dr. Alfred Mutua, Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection, will officially close it.

Official opening
Hon. Salim Mvurya, EGH, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports
Cabinet Secretary

Hon. Salim Mvurya, EGH

Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports

Officially opens EAES26 · Wednesday 11 November 2026

Keynote address
Hon. Fikirini Jackobs Katoi Kahindi, Principal Secretary, State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy
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Hon. Fikirini Jackobs Katoi Kahindi

State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy

Delivers the keynote address · Wednesday 11 November 2026

Official closing
Hon. Dr. Alfred Mutua, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Social Protection
Cabinet Secretary

Hon. Dr. Alfred Mutua

Ministry of Labour and Social Protection

Officially closes EAES26 · Thursday 12 November 2026

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Hon. Salim Mvurya, EGH will officially open the summit
Official openingHon. Salim Mvurya, EGHWed 11 Nov · Day 1 · Officially opens EAES26
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Hon. Dr. Alfred Mutua will deliver the closing address
Official closingHon. Dr. Alfred MutuaThu 12 Nov · Day 2 · Officially closes EAES26

11–12 November 2026 · Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi

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About EAES26

Skills without borders.
Opportunity without limits.

EAES26 champions Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET), innovation and partnerships that equip youth with practical, digital, entrepreneurial and transferable skills for the future of work.

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Our Mission

Building a skilled, mobile & competitive East Africa

Bringing together government, academia, industry and development partners to advance youth employability and skills mobility across the region.

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Nairobi anchors a growing network of skills mobility across the region.

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Deepening collaboration and harnessing inter-sectoral efforts to foster skills mobility and catalyse youth employment. The EAES26 commitment

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Opening Ceremony & High-Level Keynotes

Official Opening with Government and Regional Leaders

High-Level Inter-Ministerial Policy Dialogue on Skills, Employability and Labour Mobility in East Africa

Aligning Education, Skills and Labour Market Policies for a Competitive, Inclusive and Mobile East African Workforce

Advancing East Africa's Human Capital and Economic Transformation

Strategic Investment, Development Partnerships and Policy Pathways for Skills, Employment and Regional Competitiveness

Industry Perspective on The State of Employability in East Africa

Evidence, Skills Gaps and Emerging Labour-Market Priorities

CCA–Daystar University Career Assessment Showcase

Professionalizing Career Guidance to Build a Future-Ready Workforce in East Africa.

The Future of Skills Development:

Aligning Education, Professional Competencies and Industry Demands

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Delegate Registration and Networking

Welcome & Day One Reflections

Recap of Key Discussions and Insights from Day One.

Nurturing Talent, Discovering Purpose and Shaping Future Careers

An intergenerational conversation on nurturing talent, parental support and shaping future career pathways.

AI, Digital Transformation and Remote Work

Skills East African Youth Need to Thrive

Beyond Formal Employment

Youth Entrepreneurship, Innovation Hubs and Enterprise-Led Job Creation

Inclusive Employability

Expanding Access to Skills and Decent Work for Persons Living with Disability

Strengthening Career Development Systems and School-to-Work Transitions

Institutional Capacity, Labour-Market Intelligence and Industry Linkages for a Future-Ready Workforce

Green Skills and Sustainable Employment

Preparing East Africa's Workforce for the Green Economy

Official Closing

Consolidating Stakeholder Commitments, Strengthening Regional Collaboration and Defining Pathways for Implementation

Uongozi Career Awards

Recognizing and Awarding Outstanding Voices Shaping Employability and Skills Development in the Region

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Voices shaping
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Hon. Salim Mvurya, EGH

Hon. Salim Mvurya, EGH

Cabinet Secretary -Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports

Hon. Dr. Alfred Mutua

Hon. Dr. Alfred Mutua

Cabinet Secretary - Ministry of Labour and Social Protection

KeynoteHon. Fikirini Jackobs Katoi Kahindi

Hon. Fikirini Jackobs Katoi Kahindi

Principal Secretary, State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy

Hon. Geoffrey Kiringa Ruku

Hon. Geoffrey Kiringa Ruku

Cabinet Secretary - Ministry of Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes

Prof. Laban P. Ayiro, PhD, FCS, ss.

Prof. Laban P. Ayiro, PhD, FCS, ss.

Vice-Chancellor, Daystar University

Mr. Shadrack Mwangolo Mwadime, EBS

Mr. Shadrack Mwangolo Mwadime, EBS

Principal Secretary, State Department for Labour and Skills Development

Prof. Jane Kere Imbunya

Prof. Jane Kere Imbunya

Principal Secretary State, Department for Public Service & Human Capital Development

Mr. Augustine Mayabi

Mr. Augustine Mayabi

National Project Manager, National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA)

Hon Babu Owino

Hon Babu Owino

Member of National Assembly - Parliament of Kennya

Ms. Hendrina Chalwe Doroba ·

Ms. Hendrina Chalwe Doroba ·

Division Manager-Education and Skills Development, Africa Development Bank

Ms Carole Kariuki, EBS, MBS

Ms Carole Kariuki, EBS, MBS

Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA)

Ms. Samantha Abaho

Ms. Samantha Abaho

PR & Communications Officer, East African Development Bank

Ms. Mendi Njonjo

Ms. Mendi Njonjo

Managing Director, KCB Foundation

Mr. Lillian Ngala

Mr. Lillian Ngala

Human Resource Director, Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Kenya.

Mr. Ahmed Farah HSC

Mr. Ahmed Farah HSC

Executive Director, East African Business Council

Rev. Dr. Patrick Musembi, PhD

Rev. Dr. Patrick Musembi, PhD

Director, DLGI – Daystar University

Ms. Chepkemoi Magdaline, HSC

Ms. Chepkemoi Magdaline, HSC

Executive Director and Founder, EldoHub

Justus Anzaya HSC

Justus Anzaya HSC

Skills Coach and Director Skills Sphere Newspaper

Dr. Marilyn Ronoh

Dr. Marilyn Ronoh

Coordinator Office Of Career Services, University Of Embu

Mr. Johnson Ireri Kinyua

Mr. Johnson Ireri Kinyua

Dean of Students, University of Nairobi

Joblin Omari, PfMP, PgMP, PMP

Joblin Omari, PfMP, PgMP, PMP

Head of Programmes, KCB Bank Group

Mr. Geofrey Mumo

Mr. Geofrey Mumo

Manager, PR, Communications & Membership services , Federation of Kenya Employers

Dr. Philip Pande

Dr. Philip Pande

Executive Director, Corporate Career Academy

Ms. Marie Yambo

Ms. Marie Yambo

News Anchor and Senior Journalist, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC)

Ainembabazi Sheila

Ainembabazi Sheila

President, Uganda National Students Association

Dr. Charlaine Baartjes PhD

Dr. Charlaine Baartjes PhD

Circular Economy Systems Strategist and Managing Director, EcoPartners

Ms. Irene Nyaga

Ms. Irene Nyaga

Lead Coach&Mentor, Thrive 360 Degrees Wellness.

Mr. Joseph Owino

Mr. Joseph Owino

Advocacy and Partnerships Affairs Lead - KEDIPA

Ms. Scolar Odhiambo

Ms. Scolar Odhiambo

Career Development Practitioner-CDP

Ms. Sabrina Förster

Ms. Sabrina Förster

Head of Education & Global Schools Mentor, Global Society Institute

Mr. Garad Abdullahi Ali

Mr. Garad Abdullahi Ali

Head, Marine & Terrestrial Ecosystem Section, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change – Somalia

Dr. Doris Change

Dr. Doris Change

Leadership Coach & Author, Elite Leadership

Ms. Shenali Rajaratnam

Ms. Shenali Rajaratnam

Founder, We Are The Hope

Mr. Martin Mwebia

Mr. Martin Mwebia

Education Support Manager, ACCA, Certified Career Analyst

Ms. Jane Gikonyo

Ms. Jane Gikonyo

HR Practitioner, Certified Career Analyst & Coach

Dr. Livingstone Makori

Dr. Livingstone Makori

Founder CCA, Life Purpose Coach & Sustainable Employability Scholar

Odhiambo Kaumah

Odhiambo Kaumah

Teacher | Mentor | Writer | Community Organizer

John Linus Otieno

John Linus Otieno

UNESCO @80 Youth Focal Point

Mr. Bernard Kariuki

Mr. Bernard Kariuki

Enterprise Growth Leader | Revenue Engines | Strategic Partnerships | Pan-African Expansion

Ms. Brenda Karimi

Ms. Brenda Karimi

CEO, Smart Girl Network

Caleb Mukhwana

Caleb Mukhwana

Educator | Higher Education Student Affairs Professional

Nyakinyua Ann Gathura

Nyakinyua Ann Gathura

Mathematics Educator | Founder, Ann’s Maths Club | EdTech Trainer | Digital Skills & AI Coach | Corporate MC

Amb. Dr. Aruna Mavji Varsani, HSC

Amb. Dr. Aruna Mavji Varsani, HSC

Founder & Social Entrepreneur | Menstrual Hygiene & Education Advocate

Edwin Ochola

Edwin Ochola

Head of Programs and Partnership Development, CCA

Reena Gore

Reena Gore

Founder and CEO, Intellique Solutions Ltd | Creator of the FPO Method™ and the Management Gap™

Kai Khalid

Kai Khalid

Head of Digital & Technology Solutions, Creative Edge

Peter Nguka

Peter Nguka

Executive Director, Africa Center for Multilateral Dialogue & Global Governance

Victor Mutea Marangu, CMSA, ACSI, ACIM

Victor Mutea Marangu, CMSA, ACSI, ACIM

Founder & CEO, WealthPro Africa

Elias Muthomi Gitonga

Elias Muthomi Gitonga

10-Year-Old Aviation Prodigy & Kenyan Aviation Child Ambassador

Dr. Florence Ambayo, PsyD

Dr. Florence Ambayo, PsyD

Psychologist & Career Development Expert

Ms. Joy Walucho (PhD Scholar)

Ms. Joy Walucho (PhD Scholar)

Coordinator, Executive Short Courses, Daystar University

Ms. Nita Kihiro

Ms. Nita Kihiro

Student Placement & International Relations Officer, Daystar University

Fayez & Michael Bundi

Fayez & Michael Bundi

Award-Winning Father-Son Singers

Ms. Julian Ndombi

Ms. Julian Ndombi

Program Coordinator, Partnership - Employee Relations and Talent Development, USIU

Mr. Cyrus Kirui

Mr. Cyrus Kirui

Senior Graduate Support and Alumni Engagement Lead, Moringa School

Xaviour Aluku,CDA®,CGAIP,CDPO

Xaviour Aluku,CDA®,CGAIP,CDPO

CEO, African Centre for Data Science & Analytics Ltd.

Ms. Njeri Jomo

Ms. Njeri Jomo

CEO & Principal Officer, Jubilee Health Insurance

Ms. Winniefred Kisakye

Ms. Winniefred Kisakye

Universities representative to National council for higher education, Uganda National Students Association

Ms. Vivian Mukami

Ms. Vivian Mukami

Student Leader - UoN

Mr. Moses Gitonga Ntiritu

Mr. Moses Gitonga Ntiritu

CEO, Digital Oasis Ltd

Ms. Juliana Masiga Kulokhoma

Ms. Juliana Masiga Kulokhoma

Business Strategist and Certified Career Counselor

Ms. Dalphine Gacheri

Ms. Dalphine Gacheri

Project Officer - APDK

Allan K. Muteti

Allan K. Muteti

Global Education Expert & Founder Hoscon Education™️

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Uongozi Career Awards 2026

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Celebrating outstanding individuals, institutions and organisations shaping career development, employability and skills advancement across East Africa.

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Celebrating 71 exceptional leaders in education and employability

Afubwa Musumi
Afubwa Musumi
Director of Career Services of the Year
Ahmed Rashid Burow
Ahmed Rashid Burow
President/Chairperson of the Year
Scolar Odhiambo
Scolar Odhiambo
Career Mentor of the Year
H.E. Ainembabazi Shillah
H.E. Ainembabazi Shillah
President/Chairperson of the Year
Vivian Mukami
Vivian Mukami
Female Student of the Year
Dr. Marilyn Ronoh
Dr. Marilyn Ronoh
Office of Career Services of the Year
Omanga O. Felix
Omanga O. Felix
Male Student Leader of the Year
Phyllis Muthoni Maina
Phyllis Muthoni Maina
Secretary/Director of the Year
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