Demeke Debabe
Demeke Debabe Ergette is a renowned leader in philanthropy and the founder and Executive Director of Progress Integrated Community Development Organization, established in 2001. With over two decades of experience, he has excelled in strategic planning, analytics, and managing multi-million-dollar grants, significantly impacting community development. Known for his deep understanding of philanthropy trends and opportunities,…
Bernard Muramira
Bernard Muramira is the Founder and Executive Director of Strive Foundation Rwanda, an organization dedicated to various developmental initiatives. Additionally, he serves as the Chairman of the Rwanda NGO Forum on AIDS and Health Promotion, where he plays a significant role in addressing health-related issues. He is also the Vice-President of CCOAIB (Conseil de Concertation…
Edward Kaggwa
Kaggwa Edward has been the driving force behind the Kabaka Foundation for more than a decade, dedicating over 12 years as its Executive Director. His leadership has not only strengthened the foundation’s mission but has also expanded its reach. He plays a critical role in managing the foundation’s chapters abroad, effectively fostering international engagement and…
Eunice Mwende
Eunice Mwende is an experienced leader with more than 20 years of experience in the humanitarian and development field. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Alight Rwanda (formerly American Refugee Committee – ARC). Eunice’s experience spans over 4 East African countries, including Kenya, Somalia, Uganda, and Rwanda, all of which she has held…
Nadia Kist
Nadia is a senior public health practitioner with over 17 years’ experience leading organizations and programmes. She leads multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams in Kenya & the U.S. as well as manages regional programmes and partnerships across 8 Eastern and Southern Africa countries.
Lulu Ng’wanakilala
Ms. Ng’wanakilala is an expert in Leadership, Women’s Rights, and Gender Development, with over 20 years of experience. Recently serving as CEO of the Legal Services Facility, she has also been Country Representative for Engender Health and Executive Director of UMATI, affiliated with the International Planned Parenthood Federation. Her career spans various senior roles in…
Eric Kimani
Eric is the Founder Chairman of Palmhouse Foundation, a Global Ambassador for HelpAge, and a founding member of Diplomats Without Borders. With over 34 years as a Rotarian and a member of the Arch Klumph Society, he also chairs Brooke East Africa, a British-funded non-profit. He contributes significantly to Rotary at the continental level in…
John Waimiri
John W. Waimiri is the Executive Director at The Family Group Foundation, part of Family Bank Ltd, Kenya. With over 20 years of senior management experience, he specializes in project direction and communication, focusing on HIV&AIDS, public health, and disaster management in East and Central Africa. He has led projects funded by major multilateral and…
Evans Okinyi
CEO of the regional network of over 100 organizations developing and nurturing philanthropy in East Africa. He is a seasoned Non-Profit Executive, with over 12 years progressive experience in Networks Management, Policy Formulation & Implementation and Stakeholders & Partnerships.
Mwadhini Myanza
Mwadhini, the current chair of the Tanzania Network of Community Foundations (TNCF), is a distinguished economist in Tanzania. He has notably led the Regional Chamber of Commerce Chapter, focusing on trade marketing, processing, and the exportation of key agricultural products in Tanzania.
