I was honored and grateful to have had the privilege of meeting you in person Mr. President.
You are not only an inspiration to me, but also a role model and a guiding force in my life. May your unwavering commitment to serving
#Africa
with utmost diligence and dedication
I'm delighted to share that I started a new role at the United Nations Trade and Development regional office in Africa. (Otherwise known as UNCTAD)
Elated to be part of
@UNCTADinAfrica
's projects that aim to deliver for Africa.
@UNCTAD
Words can't express the overwhelming joy I felt when I finally met my dear mentor, Dr.
@akin_adesina
, President of
@AfDB_Group
at the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi. ๐ญ
As someone who has always looked up to him, this moment was truly monumental. I appreciate the incredible
I am delighted to share that I have started a new role at
@fes_au
and
@fes_ampc
in Addis Ababa,
#Ethiopia
.
Looking forward to the exciting journey ahead. โฅ๏ธ
My heart overflows with gratitude as I am awarded the prestigious title of Africa Youth of the year 2023 by
@AYLInitiative
.
I am immensely honored and vow to continue championing Africa's development in my space.
Let's unite and make Africa's progress our top priority.
Today was my first day at
@ExperienceUSIU
for the graduate students orientation.
Iโm delighted to commence my Master's degree in International Relations with a focus on International Development.
Proud and thrilled to announce that I've been selected as
@GlobalLF
social media ambassador for 2024! ๐ฑ
Excited to join the global conversation on sustainable land management and creating a greener future.
Let's
#ThinkLandscape
together! ๐ฟโจ
Feeling inspired after my first visit to the
@_AfricanUnion
Union Headquarters!
As I aspire to serve as the future African Development Bank President and African Union Commission Chairperson, this experience has ignited a deeper passion to deliver positive change for
#Africa
.
I'm delighted to attend the launch of the Health Emergency Preparedness Response and Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa.
This collaboration will strengthen regional resilience and save lives in times of crisis.
Wrapped up my time at
@fes_au
&
@fes_ampc
Ethiopia today.
Thanks to my colleagues who made my stay unforgettable. Special shoutout to the team for throwing a goodbye bash, even adding my dreams of leading
@AfDB_Group
on the cake.
Heading back to Kenya with immense gratitude.
Exhilarated to be attending
@AfricaCDC
youth pre Conference in Lusaka,
#Zambia
, focusing on
#YouthLeadership
for a safer and healthier Africa!
Huge gratitude to
@AfricaCDC
for acknowledging the crucial role of young people in shaping the Africa we envision.
#YPC2023
#YPC
I'm excited to share that my paper has been accepted for the 2024
@AborneNetwork
Annual Meetings.
I'm looking forward to presenting my work and connecting with the borderlands research community.
Still honored & humbled to have been crowned Africa Youth of the year 2023 by
@AYLInitiative
.
My journey as a catalyst for positive change comes to fruition, fueling my determination to serve Africa towards the
#Africa
we want.
I was honored today to meet with
@NyangePatience
, the Executive Director of
@AMWIK
at the ongoing
@thePDFestival
. Your ability and boldness in articulating
#gender
&
#inclusion
issues is unmatched. Looking forward to working with you. Be blessed.
This morning, I had a bilateral meeting with Dr.
@FatumaIAdan
, IGAD Head of Mission to Kenya.
We discussed the current state of the region, youth mentorship & the valuable work that
@IGADsecretariat
does.
As someone who looks up to IGAD's work, I'm impressed by her dedication.
Awesome news!๐
I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected as one of the Pan African Youth Ambassadors for Internet Governance Fellowship Program.
Excited to represent the youth voice in Internet Governance discussions.
#PAYAIG
#ICYBERCZAR
#IGFAMBASSADOR
#IGF2023
๐ข Exciting news! ๐๐ Get ready for the
@AfricaCDC
Youth Pre Conference 2023
#YPC2023
, happening alongside
#CPHIA2023
๐
Join us in
#Zambia
as we embark on a journey towards ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ฉ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐.๐ค๐ช
Stay
Yesterday I turned a year older. I thank God for his renewed favor and grace. He has been faithful all along.
Happy belated birthday to me. โค๏ธ๐ฅณ
@edwardmwasi
Here is the Beautification of Nairobi Expressway.
Note that The Floriculture exercise is aimed at creating a balance and reduction of soil erosion.
The flowers, plants and grass are planted on pipe cubes which are then fitted on the road beams.
@edwardmwasi
#YesWeEatRoads
I'm grateful for the incredible
@AfricaCDC
Youth Pre Conference &
#CPHIA2023
conference!
I learned so much and witnessed
#Africa
's baby steps towards strengthening public health systems.
Kudos to
@AfricaCDC
& partners for their commitment to a safer and healthier Africa.
This morning, I safely returned to Nairobi after a quick visit home.
Elated to have reconnected with loved ones, got my hands dirty in the fields & spent time with the animals in Mukhweya village, Bungoma county.
Back to work & grateful for the memories made over the weekend.
Glad that one of my official duties at
@UNCTAD
's regional office for Africa was to pay a courtesy visit with the team to H.E Ennio Maes, the Cote D'Ivoire ambassador to Ethiopia.
Honored to contribute to fostering stronger trade and development ties. ๐๐ค
The first time I met Dr.
@daktari1
was in December in Kigali,
#Rwanda
for the CPHIA conference.
Today, I have the privilege to congratulate my dear friend on being appointed by
@UN
Secretary General to spearhead efforts to solve global malnutrition.
Congratulations Daktari.
Access to safe and reliable health solutions is vital for the well-being of our regionโs 400 million people.
Delighted to join the Joint IGAD/EAC workshop, where weโre crafting a framework to enhance the regulation of health products & technologies, ensuring better care for all.
B.A International Relations and Diplomacy.
I step out in the job market with my head held high, full of exuberance and determination. So proud of myself thus far.
Oh God, you've brought me this far, take the stage.
What an incredible moment.
Congratulations to my boss,
@NyangePatience
, for being sworn in as a member of CAMAT at the Supreme Court.
Your dedication and integrity inspire us all.
We are fortunate to have you representing justice.
Here's to this exciting new chapter.
I'm delighted to be part of a high level One Health policy meeting organised by
@IGADsecretariat
, on enhancing cross sectoral & crossborder cooperation for health security, implementing One Health approach for improved health, prosperity, & well-being in the Horn of Africa.
I was elated to join the Inter-Regional platform for Desert Locusts & Transboundary Pests Steering Committee meeting organized by
@icpac_igad
Coordinated action is essential for protecting food security and agricultural livelihoods in the IGAD region.
Congratulations to my amazing boss,
@NyangePatience
, on her new role as the
@IGAD_Spokes
for the office of
@IGADsecretariat
Executive Secretary
@DrWorkneh
! ๐
Your dedication & expertise shine, and I have no doubt you will excel in this position. Proud to be a part of your team!
I was delighted to meet my dear brother &
#IGAD
Youth Envoy
@OgwalSam
in our office here in Addis Ababa,
#Ethiopia
.
Your passion for the
#Youth
agenda is incredible. All the best in your endeavors.
Embracing the past with a grateful heart, as I hold onto my
@ZetechUni
degree in International Relations and Diplomacy.
Two years ago, a milestone reached, paving the way for countless opportunities and memories.
Forever thankful for the journey.
Congratulations to you my esteemed mentor, Dr.
@akin_adesina
, President of
@AfDB_Group
, on winning the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo Leadership Prize.
Your visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to driving sustainable development in
#Africa
inspire us all.
Wheels down in Kisumu.
Heading to Mukhweya village Bungoma county, my beautiful home, for a quick 2-day visit.
I can't wait to reconnect with loved ones, get my hands dirty in the fields, and spend time with the animals.
Back to what I love most.
It was great to have an extensive evening meeting with
@PromesseCKaniki
. Among the discussions, we deliberated on
@AUBingwa
initiative in
#Kenya
& how best we can save lives and livelihoods.
It is nice to have Chief BINGWA in the country. ๐ฐ๐ช๐คฉ
#ShootYourShot
#AuBingwa
Thank you, Director
@PAkiwumi
, for the kind words and recognition.
It was an honor to contribute to the important work of
@UNCTAD
in Africa.
I'm grateful for the opportunity & look forward to staying in touch as we continue to deliver for Africa.
Honored to be invited and join
@OdhiamboOlela
's mentorship masterclass official cohort 1 orientation as a guest speaker!
Grateful for the chance to inspire and guide future leaders on their journey to success.
Last week, I participated in the IGAD/EAC workshop on the Regulatory Reliance Framework for Health Products.
I learned about the process of harmonizing regulations and gained insights as experts worked together to develop a framework that benefits everyone.
Privileged to be part of the youth pre conference, on the margins of
#CPHIA2022
in Kigali,
#Rwanda
.
Meaningful Youth engagement is mother's milk to sustainable
#health
security in
#Africa
.
#AUBingwa
Vote for me to win the Youth Developing Africa Award in climate change!
Like and comment on my flyer on African Youth Leads social platforms.
Let's shape a greener
#Africa
together!
#AYLI
#AYD
The Super Nairobi Expressway is set to be completed this month. This road will not only unlock traffic gridlock but also Nairobians will save billions of shillings wasted due to a traffic menace.
@edwardmwasi
@peterokongo
#YesWeEatRoads
A huge shoutout to the amazing organizers of the
@AfricaCDC
#YPC2023
!
Your hard work, dedication, and vision have made this event a resounding success. ๐
Thank you for providing a platform centered around youth leadership for a safer and healthier
#Africa
! ๐
@laktarr001
I'm honored to be joining other young voices as a panelist on the important topic of mental health this Thursday at 8PM on X Space.
๐๐ค๐ค๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ค๐ง๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐ค ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐๐จ๐๐ช๐จ๐จ๐๐ค๐ฃ.
As a young African, I have tall dreams for the continent.
Learning from trailblazers willing to mentor us quietly is key.
Today, I was honored to meet IGAD's Exec. Secretary H.E.
@DrWorkneh
during his Nairobi visit & got a photo with media peers.
Your leadership inspires us.
This evening, I was elated to bump into
@NAssemblyKE
Speaker Rt. Honorable
@HonWetangula
at
#JKIA
. We had a quick chat that featured
#Bungoma
county's development. Glad to have shared a flight with him as well.
The 68th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum is essential for our region's climate resilience.
I was pleased to join the opening today in Nairobi, Kenya.
Equally elated to meet again IGAD's Exec. Secretary H.E.
@DrWorkneh
โyour work for the region is truly appreciated.
Touched down in Entebbe, Uganda, right on their Independence Day!
Greetings from the beautiful Pearl of Africa. ๐บ๐ฌ
#UgandaIndependenceDay
@obaldanzy
I'm so excited to have attended the workshop on tolerance and peaceful coexistence, organized by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates!
Conversations that promote peace are essential for a better future.
Sending my heartfelt congratulations to
#Rwanda
for commemorating
#Kwibuka30
, a poignant tribute to honor the victims of the genocide against the Tutsis.
Their healing & pursuit of peace serves as a reminder that even in the darkest times, hope and reconciliation can prevail.
I'm honored to be a part of the finalization of the
@APRMorg
questionnaire on State resilience. The meeting aims to provide a technical platform for expert discussions to validate the questionnaire.
#YouthLed
I was today privileged to be a part of the
#UNFPA
regional final pitch event for the FGM Innovation Hacklab held at
@haftohashtke
.
Many congratulations to all the finalists across the region.
#Africa
has many innovations meant to eliminate
#FGM
.
#EndFGM
Creation of the largest single market in the world has never been this close. Only 9
@_AfricanUnion
member states are yet to ratify the
@AfCFTA
agreement. In real terms, 2023 must be African Union
#AfCFTA
year.
@MeneWamkele
I'm delighted to share that my abstract has been accepted for the 2024
@rhnkorg
conference.
I look forward to sharing innovative ideas on advancing Adolescent & Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Western Kenya.
#RHNK2024
Today is a milestone. It tells me how far I have come. Keep learning, keep trying, keep accomplishing, and keep venturing on through your journey.
Congratulations to me!
B.A International Relations and Diplomacy. Well in Balozi!๐
Thank you, onto the next!
I had the privilege of reconnecting with
@OleLeshan
, Chair for
@PanelUnfpa
at
@UNFPAKen
& member of the
@AU_YouthEnvoy
Reference Committee!
Truly inspired by his exceptional dedication and drive. His remarkable work in youth empowerment and advocacy is incredible.
#YPC2023
Through the lens of Afro-optimism, we embrace the resilience, strength, and boundless potential that lies within the Afro-descendant community, inspiring a brighter and united future for all.
Weโve just concluded the
@IGAD_CPAC
68th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum.
The outlook for October to December 2024: drier-than-normal conditions in the east, while the west can expect above-normal rainfall.
I'm delighted to announce that I've been selected as one of
@AMWIK
Brand Ambassadors.
I can't wait to kickstart this new experience as an AMWIK BA and serve this role with utmost commitment, diligence and humility.
#AMWIK2023
Thrilled to be part of the
#ECOSOCC2023
Annual Citizens Forum! Excited for insightful conversations on Democracy & Digital Governance. Can't wait to engage with fellow delegates and contribute towards shaping a better future for
#Africa
.
In my capacity as the ED of
@FMFoundation_
, I was today honored to lead part of my executive team to bilateral talks with Amb. of
@BHCKenya
H.E William McDonald & his deputy H.E Reid.
We accessed areas of collaboration with
#ClimateAction
topping the list.
๐ฐ๐ช๐ค๐ง๐ง
On this
#InternationalWomensDay
, I celebrate the extraordinary strength and endless love of the woman who means the world to me - my remarkable mother.
Her love, sacrifices, and unwavering support have shaped me into who I am today.