50 Most Influential Women In Kenya 2026
2026-07-03 18:00 - 22:30 UTC | ARGYLE GRAND HOTEL, NAIROBI, Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
Join us for the 50 Most Influential Women in Kenya 2026 Gala Awards Dinner, an evening designed to shine a spotlight on the women driving Kenya forward.
We are bringing together the country’s most formidable entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders for a night of powerful storytelling and world-class recognition.
Experience a night defined by elegance and excellence. Featuring high-level networking, moving keynote addresses, and the formal induction of our honorees, this gala is more than an awards ceremony. it is a nexus for Kenya’s most impactful changemakers. Join us as we honor those who lead with purpose and inspire with action.
Here is the full list of the 50 Most Influential Women In kenya 2026;
LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE
1. Hon. Jane Kere Kiambunyi – Principal Secretary, State Department for Public Service &
Human Capital Development
2. Hon. Mary Muthoni – Principal Secretary, State Department for Public Health and
Professional Standards
3. CPA Lilian Mwangi – Chairperson, The Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya
4. Dr. Zeinab Gura – CEO, KUTRRH
5. Hon. Crystal Asige – Senator
6. Esther Koimett – Chairperson, MPESA Holdings & AAR Insurance Kenya
7. Dr. Batul M. Fankupi – CEO, RFH Healthcare
8. Dr. Agnes M. Wahome – CEO, KUCCPS
FASHION, BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE
1. Aulgah Nato – Fashion Designer
MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS
1. Diane Onditi – MD, Dasma Communications
2. Mariam Bishar – Nations Media Group
3. Rukia Bulle – Media Personality
4. Olive Burrows – Royal Media Services
5. Yvonne Okwara – Royal Media Services
6. Frida Mwaka – Nation Media Group
7. Azeezah Hashim – Royal Media Services
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
1. Jane Isiaho – Director Retail Banking, KCB Bank Kenya
2. Nkirote Mworia Njiru – Group Human Capital Executive, Old Mutual East Africa
3. Monica Kihia – Group Director, HR and Culture – NCBA Group
4. Fawzia Ali-Kimanthi – Chief Consumer Business Officer, Safaricom PLC
5. Fatma Hussein – Director of Shipping and Transport College of East Africa
6. Teresa Moraa – Marketing and Corporate Communications Director, Interswitch Group
7. Shelina Manji – Investments & Partnership Lead, Ashitiva Advocates LLP
8. Nelly Wainaina – Group Marketing Director, NCBA
9. Dr. Fardosa Ahmed – MD, Medocal Limited
10. Radhika Bachu – Founder, Ndovu Wealth
11. Dunia Jarso Abdi – CEO, Taqwa Sacco
12. Felistars Gitau – CEO, Farmers Choice Kenya
13. Dr. Regina King’ori – Founder/CEO, RWK Africa
14. Muthoni Njoroge – Personal Branding and Linkedin Growth Expert
SPORTS & CREATIVES
1. Attiye Faiz – Fit With Attiya
SOCIAL ENTERPRISE, COMMUNITY SERVICE & PHILANTHROPY
1. Dr. Tayba Hatimy – Cofounder, Baus Taka Enterprises
2. Salma Noor – Philanthropist
3. Hanifa Adan – Activist
4. Faridah Ally – Founder, Elimu Care
5. Wanjiru Kihika – Founder, Tribeless Youth
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, LAW & ACADEMIA
1. Natasha Ali Errey – Chairperson, Mombasa Law Society & Coast Branch
2. Dr. Halima Saado – Vice Chancellor, Umma University
3. Joan Thatiah – Author/Journalist
SCIENCE, MEDICINE, HRALTH & TECHNOLOGY
1. Dr. Karen Mbaabu – Breast Surgeon
2. Dr. Sharon Oginda – Chairperson, Kenya Association of Women Surgeons
3. Dr. Frida Bosire – General Surgeon
4. Dr. Maryam Badawy – Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
5. Dr. Mwanabule Ahmed – General and Laparoscopic surgeon
6. Dr. Esther Dindi – Physician, author, podcaster
7. Dr. Mercy Korir – Medical Doctor & Journalist
8. Lilian Nyawira – Senior Tech Leader, Safaricom PLC
9. Maureen Josephine – Tambua Women in Tech
10. Dr. Isha Anand – Chief Pharmacist, The Nairobi Hospital
11. Wanjiku Wanyeki – CEO, Panacea
