Alumni

For the past 12 years health has been my profession and passion. Having worked in the Pharma Industry as a Regulatory affairs consultant for 10 years has given me the experience, I required to run my own business. I began my chemical business in 2019 in a bid to provide fair costing quality detergents, cleaning liquids, and chemicals to households in my area. In 2020, Having been raised by avid farmers I combined my professional Knowledge and farming skills to produce organic farm produce which I sell using the farm-to-table model at my own outlet. This success has led me to expand into the herbal business where I endeavor with my partners to offer herbal solutions to simple medical ailments reducing reliance on pharmaceutical medications in my local community. “Health is the greatest gift”

Quresha Nur is the Founder of The Diabetic Champions and a Co-Founder at Nutritech Solutions LLC- a Health tech start-up that aims to solve diabetic challenges” She is also a change maker from Mombasa County, who is passionate about creating social impact through technology and innovation, especially in the health sector. She is also enthusiastic and focused. Having already created a positive impact in her society, she aims at solving diabetic challenges.

I am Purity Kipronoh. A daughter, wife, and mother of 1. Born and raised in Nairobi Kenya but currently Living and working in Naivasha, Nakuru County. I hold one degree in Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing option from Kenyatta University. With experience in Marketing, Insurance, and Executive Assistance. I am currently a freelance marketer for my brand Pazuri Homes which deals in the accommodation of fully furnished homes in Naivasha. My business has been in existence for a year and a half now and we boast of being among the best in the industry our product is among the most sought for in Naivasha. I am a self-motivated and highly integral lady with strong communication and interpersonal skills. I am a passionate entrepreneur who is driven by the urge to provide excellent services to customers, leaving a legacy and impacting the community as well as the self-satisfaction of being a boss. When not working I love to spend time with my family, travel, and read books.

My name is Peris Muthoni Njakwe, Digital Marketing Specialist, Founder, and CEO of Stedcomm. Stedcomm is a digital marketing agency that helps SMEs adopt digital transformations by offering expert digital services, including Web design, Social Media Marketing & Management, Digital Advertising, SEO & SEM, Email Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Branding, and Digital PR. You can find us in Nairobi, Nakuru, and Nyeri. Contact us at 0715017200 or visit www.stedcomm.com to book a consultation.

I am Naomi Njoki Kung’u aged 33 years old. I am a Kenyan citizen by birth I’m a born again Christian, I fellowship at Christ the King International Pentecostal Fellowship under Bishop Maurice Pepela Busuru and I’m also married with two kids, I come from Lamu County, Lamu west constituency. I am a businesswoman for about 8 years now. I sell shoes and also make dresses. I am looking forward to going far in Jesus’ name 🙏

Starting a business at the onset of a pandemic was the greatest challenge, yet most rewarding experience. Bliss Enterprises has beaten the odds to stay afloat amidst start-up challenges and has provided employment to some youths. I work with and train youth in vulnerable communities on how to lead themselves by starting businesses in order to eradicate poverty and be a source of employment to others. Leaving a powerful legacy in my community is my commitment and my passion for youth empowerment and development is my greatest drive. I am a 37-year-old Kenyan citizen who underwent a Bachelor of Education degree and training at Mount Kenya University therein graduating in 2016 with second class honours-Upper Division. My degree and training have specifically enabled me to facilitate learning as well as administration in different institutions. I am currently an MBA student at the University of Nairobi. I am a trained and practicing Kenya Music Festival adjudicator which has sharpened my judgment and evaluation skills. I have undergone Leadership training and am a leadership and development trainer with the Emerging Leaders Uwezo Kwa Vijana.I am also a customer care trainer which has come in handy in my administrative, leadership, and entrepreneurial roles. I have gained vast experience working as an administrator in my Business, Medical, and Education sectors. I am a confident, self-driven, and diligent administrator, educationist, and entrepreneur who works with little to no supervision, able to adjust to different physical and human environments, and advocates for teamwork to achieve the organization’s goals and mission. My computer proficiency is commendable in MS Word, Excel, Internet, Email, and other computer programs. I am fluent in both written and spoken English and Swahili Languages hence able to communicate effectively with other people in and out of the working/business environment. 0703247924/0752109095 EMAIL: ritamogi50@gmail.com

My name is Azhar Ahmed. I was born in Lamu Island, raised in Lamu and I went to Lamu Girls Secondary School in 2009. After school I got married; I always depend on my husband for anything I. e-money for always, had the money for my own personal things then I said no more. I decided to get skilled and entrepreneurship training with the Kenya Youth Empowerment Project (KYEP) in 2014 and later started my own business when I moved to Thika. I started selling ‘vishata’ and popcorn. Later on, my business collapsed since many people living there doesn’t prefer using lots of sugar every day. I did not lose hope. I stood up again with more courage. I returned to my hometown. Where I started to go back to school at Lamu Vocational Training Center and after 12 months and I was certified with hospitality and Salon certificates. Slowly I started baking cakes since it was my passion. I do it as part of my side job; also I do makeup, especially during wedding season. I had started to have an instinct for office jobs. I decided to take up Maritime Transport and Logistics now I am at an internship at Lamu Vocational Training Center as a storekeeper and helping secretary I inherited the business from my mother which was passed from her mom to her. I sell an Indian snack dish called Jalebi. I am sure since I joined AWE my business will expand and see the fruits of my business. THANK YOU, AWE STAKEHOLDERS.

My Names are Mwanaharusi Juma, 33years of age-based In Mombasa. Am an entrepreneur in the fashion industry in the clothing sector generally dealing with men, women and kids’ lucky collections its an online based business, and we display pictures of our products advertised to social media WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram, etc whereby a client chooses whatever item he or she might be interested with places an order then wait for some days for his or her order to be ready then get it delivered or self pick at king’orani Mombasa at my residential place.I personally do the delivery to get to physically hear clients’ feedback, unlike my competitors whom they do just send delivery guys. Am looking to get a physical warehouse whereby I can be keeping orders as they await picking. I do sell organic honey and virgin coconut oil too. Luchy collection one-time shopping zone.

My name is Munira Ramadan Salim born and bred in Mombasa Kenya. I’m a mother of 3, I have a diploma in Public Relations and a Diploma in Customer Service. I got married in 2010 and 3 years later I and my husband opened a furniture business called Belle Ray Furniture we make custom-made sofas majorly Arabic designs. ever since it’s been hand to mouth we’ve had 3 employees expansion has just been nothing but a dream. I would love to venture into something totally different but I have no ideas. I would really appreciate all the help I could get.

Monica Waithera is the Operations Manager at Cedro Enterprises, a family-owned business founded by her husband over five years ago. It is located in Nakuru town in Kenya. Cedro Enterprises deals with the supply of various products to wholesalers. Their main focus is stationery targeted to students under the brand name ‘Dominion’ and small hardware products e.g. padlocks, door locks, etc. registered under the brand name ‘Zion’. Their customers span six counties currently and growing. Monica is passionate about empowering people and has the rare trait of celebrating the success of others. A good example is her initiative to train a group of elderly women how to make soaps and other detergents and helped them look for the market until they were established. Together as a family they have registered a foundation by the name Hobab Foundation to support the needy, and have been doing it partially. In addition, she helped to set up a call center for one of the biggest churches in Kenya so that many people can receive the help they needed. Her business acumen has developed over the years have ventured into business immediately after high school to enable her to pay school fees for her siblings. She never runs short of creative ideas and innovative solutions to any challenge that comes along her way. Having a higher diploma in counseling and psychology, training in sales and customer service plus an outgoing personality has helped her in dealing with staff and customers. When not busy working or helping others, she loves to spend time with their two children, reading a book or listening to audio teaching. Last but not least she is also an author.