Chris Kirubi: A Legacy of Entrepreneurship and Investment
Early Life and EducationChristopher John Kirubi was born on 20 August 1941 in Murang’a County, Kenya, into a humble background. Orphaned at a young age, he had to work during school holidays to support himself and his siblings. Despite these…
Peter Kahara Munga: A Visionary Entrepreneur and Banking Pioneer
Early Life and Education Peter Kahara Munga was born in 1943 in Kangema, located in Kenya’s Central Province. Raised in a rural setting, Munga developed a strong work ethic that would later define his career. He attended Gaichanjiru High School…
William Ruto: From Humble Beginnings to Kenya’s Fifth President
Early Life and EducationWilliam Kipchirchir Samoei Arap Ruto was born on 21 January 1967 in Sambut village, Kamagut, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya, to Daniel Cheruiyot and Sarah Cheruiyot. He is a member of the Kalenjin people of the Rift Valley…
Manilal Chandaria: Visionary Industrialist, Philanthropist, and Peace Advocate
Early Life and EducationManilal Premchand Chandaria OBE, CBS, EBS, was born on 1 March 1929 in Nairobi, Kenya, into a family of Indian descent. His father, an Indian merchant from Saurashtra, Gujarat, migrated to Kenya in 1915, establishing a provisions…
Naushad Merali: A Visionary Entrepreneur and Philanthropist
Early Life and EducationNaushad N. Merali, CBS, was born on 2 January 1951 in Mombasa, Kenya, into a family of Indian descent. His grandfather emigrated from India in 1883, settling along Kenya’s coast. His family later moved to Moshi, Tanzania,…
Mwai Kibaki: Kenya’s Third President and Architect of Economic Transformation
Early Life and EducationEmilio Stanley Mwai Kibaki was born on 15 November 1931 in Gatuyaini village, Othaya, in the then Nyeri District (now Nyeri County), Kenya.** He was the youngest son of Kikuyu peasants Kibaki Gīthīnji and Teresia Wanjikū. Although…
Emma Isaacs: Entrepreneur, Author, and Business Chicks CEO
Early Life and Entrepreneurial BeginningsEmma Isaacs is a serial entrepreneur, author, and speaker, best known as the owner and Global CEO of Business Chicks, Australia’s leading businesswomen’s community. Isaacs’ entrepreneurial journey began at just 18 years old, when she dropped…
Michael Heine: Australian Business Magnate and FinTech Pioneer
Early Life and BackgroundMichael Heine (born circa 1949) is an Australian businessman best known as the founder and managing director of Netwealth, an ASX-listed financial services and technology company. His rise to prominence in the financial sector is deeply rooted…
Tarun Wig: Transforming India’s Cybersecurity Landscape with Innefu Labs
Introduction to Tarun Wig Tarun Wig is a leading entrepreneur and cybersecurity pioneer in India, known for his innovative work with Innefu Labs. As the co-founder and CEO of Innefu, he has played a significant role in reshaping the cybersecurity…
Tarun Wig Calls for Stronger Investments in Indigenous Technology in Budget 2025
The Need for a Tech-Driven Budget As India gears up for Budget 2025, Tarun Wig, Co-founder and CEO of Innefu Labs, has emphasized the need for increased government investment in indigenous technology. He stresses that prioritizing sectors such as artificial…
Lorna Jane Clarkson: Entrepreneur, Designer, and Pioneer of Activewear
Lorna Jane Clarkson (née Smith), born on November 24, 1964, in Lancashire, England, is an Australian fashion designer, entrepreneur, and author. She is the founder of the Lorna Jane brand, a globally recognized label specializing in stylish and functional activewear…
David Cooke: Advocate for Responsible Business and Sustainability
David Cooke is a distinguished business leader, academic, and advocate for sustainable and responsible business practices. With a career spanning over 30 years in the IT industry, he is best known for his tenure as the Managing Director and Chair…