AFKM Scholars

scholars

NJAU ANTHONY MAINA

Age 28 years
From Kabete, Kiambu County
BA in International Relations. USIU Africa
MA in International Relations. USIU Africa.

Anthony is a KRA Officer under Domestic Taxes Department, County Revenue Division. His primary research interests are in International Development and how revenue collection by both National and County Governments is a big contributor to national and county development. Maina is very active in youth empowerment and development in his community and an active a competitive swimmer for Kenya.
Vincent Mugisa

Vincent Mugisa
Age: 34 years
From :Vihiga County
Bachelor of Management and Leadership- Management University of Africa
Currently: Master of Management and Leadership - Management University of Africa.

Vincent is a transformational leader, has been involved in mentoring University and college students in Nairobi impacting them with the Leadership skills and ways to overcome challenges facing them in the ever changing world.
He believes that youths play a key role in the development of a country and investing in them is very critical for the survival of a country.
Vincent lectures foundation of Leadership at the Management University of Africa, A role which he administers with passion.

In future, Vincent hopes to become a Member of Parliament and even a Head of state to advance the country economically, spark growth and create opportunities for all.
MARY MUGURE MUTUGI

Age: 34 years
From: Murang’a County
LLB (Hons) – Moi University
MA International Conflict Management – University of Nairobi
Currently: PhD in International Relations – University of Nairobi

Her primary research interests are in National and International law and its interaction with Transitional Justice Mechanisms. Mugure is very active in youth empowerment and is a contributor towards matters of youth empowerment in her community.
DIANA KABURA KIBARE

Age: 33 yrs
From: Nairobi County
BA Sociology & Communication – University of Nairobi
Currently: MA Management and Leadership – Management University of Africa

Diana is currently employed by Management University of Africa as an Assistant Administrator. She hopes to pursue a PhD and work as a University lecturer so as to continuously pass on knowledge and take up research that will help develop our nation.
LEORNA ARNOT ANGILA

Age: 24 years old
From: Migori Country
BA Social work and Social Administration- Kampala International University
Currently: MA Management and Leadership – Management University of Africa

Leorna is a Volunteer social worker at Mukuru Health Centre, Nairobi. In the future, Leorna hopes to start an organization that aids women and child empowerment so that they gain their independence.
WILFRED O. NYAKUNDI

Age: 33years
From: Kisii County
BSc Military Science – Egerton University
Currently: MSc Governance, Peace and Security – Africa Nazarene University

Wilfred has been involved in mobilizing youths in his hometown to form self-help groups which have brought together many youths for the purpose of advancing their economic, social and spiritual wellbeing and intends on being their patron. Wilfred also wants to contribute towards societal integration and mentor young men and women to take up active leadership roles in their communities.
JOHN MBURU KABUNYI

Age: 24 years
From: Kiambu County
BA Business Administration – Kenya Methodist University
Currently: MA International Relations – University of Nairobi

In the future, John hopes to use his knowledge in International Relations to be a negotiator on issues concerning diplomacy and international market access for Kenya so as to advance the country economically.
PETERLINUS OUMA ODOTE

Age: 30 years
From: Homabay
BA Education and Philosophy – Catholic University of Eastern Africa
MA Peace Studies and International Relations – Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Currently: PhD International Conflict Management – University of Nairobi Research thesis “Early Warning Signs in Conflict prevention”.

PeterLinus has been involved in reconciling communities divided by conflict in the North of Kenya and hopes to form conflict resolution models that can be adopted in Kenya and the broader East Africa Region. He is also a part-time lecturer in one of the local universities.
LYNETTE MWENDE

Age: 23 years
From: Nairobi County
BA Psychology – Daystar University
MA Counseling Psychology – Daystar University
Currently: MA Management and Leadership – Management University of Africa

Lynette has a passion for working with people especially adolescents and young adults in providing psychological counseling as she believes mental well-being is important. She has volunteered in several organizations including Mathare Hospital and Student Campaign against Drugs (SCAD). In future she hopes to open a counseling center which will specialize on mental health, adolescent health and life coaching.
DUB SHARAMO ABUDHO

Age: 28 years
From: Marsabit County
BA: Sociology – Moi University
Currently: MSc Governance, Peace and Security

Dub successfully initiated an exchange program for peace between Gabra and Rendille in 2006. The program involved youths from both communities where they moved between the communities to preach peace to help resolve inter-tribal conflict. Dub is focused on building peace in communities in Northern Kenya. Dub wants to be an expert in the area of forming security policies as well as to publish books and articles on security.
PHOEBE AKOTH OJAL

Age: 24 years
From: Siaya County
BA Political Science and Public Administration – Moi University
Currently: MA Public Administration and Policy – Moi University

Phoebe has been involved in mentoring young girls on their rights as well as community capacity building on life skills for children and youth. In future, Phoebe would like to be an established career administrator and policy maker in Kenya.
TERRY MWENDA

Age: 33 years
From: Embu County
BSc: Information Sciences – Moi University
Currently: MA Management and Leadership – Management University of Africa

Terry is a career communications specialist with more than nine years’ experience in writing, editing and publishing. Terry has contributed towards the development of textbooks and newspaper copies and has a keen interest in gender issues. She hopes that through her career platform she can contribute to a more equitable society.