Inspirational Kenyan Women To Celebrate On Women’s Day

Kenya has produced many exceptional women who have made significant contributions to various fields. From environmental conservation to business, politics, and sports, these women have achieved great feats and inspired many.

In this post, we will highlight ten inspirational Kenyan women who have made an impact in their respective fields.

Wangari Maathai – Nobel Prize winner and founder of the Green Belt Movement, which promotes environmental conservation and community development.

Lupita Nyong’o – Academy Award-winning actress, author, and activist, who advocates for women’s rights and equality.

Margaret Kenyatta – Former First Lady of Kenya and founder of Beyond Zero, a campaign that seeks to improve maternal and child health in Kenya.

Tabitha Karanja – Businesswoman and founder of Keroche Breweries, the first large-scale brewery owned by a Kenyan woman.

Edith Kimani – Journalist and presenter who focuses on African development and women’s issues.

Hellen Obiri – Olympic silver medalist and world champion in the 5000 meters, one of the most successful Kenyan female athletes of all time.

Catherine Ndereba – Olympic silver medalist and world record holder in the marathon, the first Kenyan woman to win the Boston Marathon.

Mercy Moim – Volleyball player and captain of the Kenyan national team, who led the team to its first-ever African title in 2015.

Brigid Kosgei – Marathon runner and current world record holder in the women’s marathon, who won the 2019 and 2020 Chicago Marathons and the 2020 London Marathon.

These ten inspirational Kenyan women have made significant contributions to their respective fields and have inspired many through their work. Their achievements serve as a reminder that women can achieve greatness and make a difference in their communities.