• About Us
  • Archives
  • SWG Registration
Samrack Media
Mahiga Homes
  • Home
  • ALL NEWS
  • Diaspora
  • Africa
    • AFRICA
    • KENYA
  • BUSINESS
    • BUSINESS
    • INVESTMENTS
    • REAL ESTATE
    • TECHNOLOGY
  • Politics
  • Health
    • HEALTH
    • EDUCATION
  • Religion
  • People
    • PEOPLE
    • LIFESTYLE
    • RELATIONSHIPS
  • Obituaries
  • Videos
  • Events
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • ALL NEWS
  • Diaspora
  • Africa
    • AFRICA
    • KENYA
  • BUSINESS
    • BUSINESS
    • INVESTMENTS
    • REAL ESTATE
    • TECHNOLOGY
  • Politics
  • Health
    • HEALTH
    • EDUCATION
  • Religion
  • People
    • PEOPLE
    • LIFESTYLE
    • RELATIONSHIPS
  • Obituaries
  • Videos
  • Events
No Result
View All Result
Samrack Media
No Result
View All Result

Some of the 9 most influential women in Kenya

samrack by samrack
March 8, 2017
in Diaspora, Kenya, Kenya Diaspora News, News, U.S Diaspora, Women Empowerment, Women's Rights
A A
0
Some of the 9 most influential women in Kenya
Share this
FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppLinkedIn
Tegla Loroupe: Tegla Chepkite Loroupe is a Kenyan long-distance track and road runner. She is also a global spokeswoman for peace, women’s rights and education.Pic: Photo Courtesy

Some of the 9 most influential women in Kenya

Traditionally, African societies viewed women as second fiddle to the men. This has led to a special kind of recognition to women who achieve certain milestones that have not been achieved before. Several women have given hope to the future generation of women leaders and proven that a woman is able to achieve all that she ever wants to if she works for it.

Here are some of the women who we celebrate as Kenyans on this International womens day for being an inspiration to many.

Martha Karua

She is a Kenyan politician, a former long-standing member of parliament for Gichugu constituency and an advocate of the high court. She also served as the minister of Justice and is popularly known as the Iron lady for her combative nature and unbending resolve.

Lupita Nyong’o

Lupita Nyong’o came to the spotlight in 2014 due to her performance in her role as Patsey in Steve McQueen 12 years a slave. Her role earned her 25 awards from 2013 to 2014, including the prestigious Oscar award. Lupita Nyong’o is now a well-respected brand ambassador of Africa. She has remained true to her colour, roots, and she is regarded as one of the most influential African women

Wangari Maathai

The late Wangari Maathai was an internationally renowned Kenyan environmental political activist and Nobel laureate. 

In 1977, Maathai founded the Green Belt Movement, an environmental non-governmental organization focused on the planting of trees, environmental conservation, and women’s rights. In 1984, she was awarded the Right Livelihood Award, and in 2004, she became the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for “her contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace”. Maathai was an elected member of Parliament and served as assistant minister for Environment and Natural Resources in the government of President Mwai Kibaki between January 2003 and November 2005. She was an Honorary Councillor of the World Future Council. In 2011, Maathai died of complications from ovarian cancer. Even in her death, she is still considered as one of the most influential women in Kenya.

First Lady Margaret Kenyatta

First Lady Margaret Kenyatta is liked by many for her simplicity in regard to her dressing, nature and manner. Since the inauguration of her husband, Margaret has been running a campaign to reduce child maternal mortality rates. The campaign has been successful so far where people have contributed millions to her cause. The campaign has been dubbed Beyond Zero Campaign. On October 24th 2014, she was named UN in Kenya Person of the Year.

Njoki Ndungu

Njoki Ndungu is a judge of the Supreme Court of Kenya, the highest law of the land. She has featured prominently in human rights groups that especially fought for the rights of women and the girl child. She has also served as a member of parliament after she was nominated by President Mwai Kibaki.

Source: https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/

Tags: Some of the 9 most influential women in KenyaTegla Chepkite Loroupe is a Kenyan long-distance track and road runner. She is also a global spokeswoman for peacewomen's rights and education.
Previous Post

Could there be a spectre of devil worship in Alliance high school bullying?

Next Post

TRANSITION/DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT of Joan Njeri Gitau (JoJo) of PCEA Neema Church

Related Posts

DP Ruto picks Rigathi Gachagua as his running mate
Kenya

DP Ruto picks Rigathi Gachagua as his running mate

May 15, 2022
Muteshi Land Grabbing Case Haunts Ruto
Business

Muteshi Land Grabbing Case Haunts Ruto

May 13, 2022
Boyfriend of Missing US-based Kenyan Woman Considered a ‘Person of Interest’ in Her Disappearance
Diaspora

Boyfriend of Missing US-based Kenyan Woman Considered a ‘Person of Interest’ in Her Disappearance

May 13, 2022
Five Reasons Why Real Estate Increases in Value
Business

Five Reasons Why Real Estate Increases in Value

May 13, 2022
Kenya:9,484 children were defiled last year— Health ministry
Health

Kenya:9,484 children were defiled last year— Health ministry

May 13, 2022
Standoff at JKIA After Family Refuses to Pick Body of Kin Who Died in Saudi Arabia
Diaspora

Standoff at JKIA After Family Refuses to Pick Body of Kin Who Died in Saudi Arabia

May 12, 2022
Next Post
TRANSITION/DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT of Joan Njeri Gitau (JoJo) of PCEA Neema Church

TRANSITION/DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT of Joan Njeri Gitau (JoJo) of PCEA Neema Church

Please login to join discussion
Job Openings Below is a list of current job openings at Northeast Clinical Services, Inc.. Please click on an opening in the list to view details and apply. Job Openings Below is a list of current job openings at Northeast Clinical Services, Inc.. Please click on an opening in the list to view details and apply. Job Openings Below is a list of current job openings at Northeast Clinical Services, Inc.. Please click on an opening in the list to view details and apply.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Latest News

DP Ruto picks Rigathi Gachagua as his running mate

Muteshi Land Grabbing Case Haunts Ruto

Boyfriend of Missing US-based Kenyan Woman Considered a ‘Person of Interest’ in Her Disappearance

Five Reasons Why Real Estate Increases in Value

Kenya:9,484 children were defiled last year— Health ministry

Standoff at JKIA After Family Refuses to Pick Body of Kin Who Died in Saudi Arabia

Kenyan Nurse Wins Sh29 Million Global Nursing Award in Dubai

Russia Questions US-Funded Biolab in Kenya

GOVERNOR MUTUA’S BIG BLOW AS TRIBUNAL STOPS HIM FROM EXITING AZIMIO LA UMOJA ONE KENYA COALITION!!

Canada Issues Travel Advisory to Its Citizens in Kenya

We are grateful for your monthly or one-off donations To Samrack Media: Cash App No: 781-888-8770 $SAMRACK001

Money

New Digital Skills Helps Unemployed Kenyan Youth Earn In Cryptocurrency

New Digital Skills Helps Unemployed Kenyan Youth Earn In Cryptocurrency

by samrack
November 19, 2021
0

New Digital Skills Helps Unemployed Kenyan Youth Earn In Cryptocurrency This week sees the launch of a new initiative to equip...

A simple guide to Government Bonds investing in Kenya

A simple guide to Government Bonds investing in Kenya

by samrack
September 17, 2021
0

A simple guide to Government Bonds investing in Kenya A treasury bond (T-bond) is a medium term to long term...

Politics

GOVERNOR MUTUA’S BIG BLOW AS TRIBUNAL STOPS HIM FROM EXITING AZIMIO LA UMOJA ONE KENYA COALITION!!

GOVERNOR MUTUA’S BIG BLOW AS TRIBUNAL STOPS HIM FROM EXITING AZIMIO LA UMOJA ONE KENYA COALITION!!

by samrack
May 11, 2022
0

GOVERNOR MUTUA'S BIG BLOW AS TRIBUNAL STOPS HIM FROM EXITING AZIMIO LA UMOJA ONE KENYA COALITION!!   Governor Alfred Mutua’s...

You are free to use Nairobi expressway from next Saturday – Uhuru

You are free to use Nairobi expressway from next Saturday – Uhuru

by samrack
May 8, 2022
0

You are free to use Nairobi expressway from next Saturday - Uhuru Other than the ban on photography, skaters, pedestrians,...

  • About Us
  • Archives
  • SWG Registration

© 2021 SAMRACK - Diaspora News & Updates; design by: Samrack.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • ALL NEWS
  • Diaspora
  • Africa
    • AFRICA
    • KENYA
  • BUSINESS
    • BUSINESS
    • INVESTMENTS
    • REAL ESTATE
    • TECHNOLOGY
  • Politics
  • Health
    • HEALTH
    • EDUCATION
  • Religion
  • People
    • PEOPLE
    • LIFESTYLE
    • RELATIONSHIPS
  • Obituaries
  • Videos
  • Events

© 2021 SAMRACK - Diaspora News & Updates; design by: Samrack.

Page generated in 0.972 seconds. Stats plugin by www.blog.ca