Sally Mghoi

Diplomacy & IR are my bread & butter. | Matters gender, women, intersex & childlessness concern me. | Love, laughter, curiosity & passion are my way of life!

[Sally Mghoi @mghoi]

Sing like no one’s listening
Dance like no one’s watching

Love like you’ve never been hurt
Work like you don’t need the money

Smile - it’s a sign of peace
Laugh - it’s cheap medicine

Live like the world is your oyster!

~ adaptation of Mark Twain & Lord Byron #Quote

[UN Women Kenya @unwomenkenya]

Inclusive diplomacy is essential.

On #DiplomacyDay2026, we joined @ForeignOfficeKE, @SingoeiAKorir + key stakeholders to mark Women in Diplomacy Week.

The future of diplomacy must be inclusive, with women at the decision-making table and equally represented.

#WomenInLeadership

[Korir Sing'Oei @SingoeiAKorir]

Today, we celebrate the International Day of Women in Diplomacy and, I had the privilege of delivering the opening remarks at the Women in Diplomacy Forum at the Foreign Service Academy, where we reflected on the critical role women play in shaping diplomacy, sustainable development, and global governance.

Women continue to make invaluable contributions to advancing human rights, peace and security, climate action, and economic development. Their leadership, expertise, and perspectives are indispensable to addressing the complex challenges facing our world today.

At the Forum, I was most pleased to engage with Ms. Antonio N'Gabala-Sodonon, Country Representative @unwomenkenya, and commend the important work that they continue to undertake in Kenya.

I wish to extend my appreciation to @KAS_Kenya for its continued partnership and support in advancing women's leadership in diplomacy through this program.

I look forward to the outcomes of this initiative and to seeing even more women at the forefront of shaping national, regional, and global agendas for generations to come. @ForeignOfficeKE

[State Department for Foreign Affairs | Kenya @ForeignOfficeKE]

𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚’𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞
The Women in Diplomacy Leadership Programme 2026 has commenced in Nairobi, bringing together women diplomats from Kenya’s Foreign Service for a three-day capacity-building initiative aimed at enhancing leadership, negotiation, communication, and policy influence skills.

The programme was officially launched by H.E. Gisele Fernández Ludlow, Ambassador of Mexico to Kenya; Dr. Ismael Shaiye, Director of the Office of Strategic Partnerships and Donor Relations; Ms. Carolina Unger, Deputy Director of the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Kenya Office; and the Acting Director of the Foreign Service Academy, Ambassador Wamoto.

The initiative seeks to strengthen the technical, strategic, and leadership capabilities of women diplomats through expert-led sessions, mentorship engagements, and intergenerational dialogues. It provides a platform for participants to exchange experiences, build networks, and deepen their capacity to contribute effectively to Kenya’s foreign policy objectives.

Over the course of the programme, participants will engage on key thematic areas including gender-responsive diplomacy, peace and security, climate change, strategic communication, and women’s leadership in decision-making. The training underscores the importance of empowering women diplomats to take on greater leadership roles and contribute to a more inclusive and effective diplomatic service.

[IGAD Secretariat @IGADsecretariat]

🌍 IGAD Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Leadership and Women's Participation in Diplomacy.

"Women's leadership is not simply a matter of representation; it is a strategic necessity for sustainable development and lasting peace."

Representing the #IGAD Executive Secretary, H.E. @DrWorkneh, Ms. @BigirwaJoselyn, Head of the IGAD Mission to #Uganda, delivered the keynote address during the High-Level Session on Women in Diplomacy and Multilateralism held in Kampala, Uganda.

In her remarks, Ms. Bigirwa highlighted the critical role of women in diplomacy, peacebuilding, governance, and international cooperation, while calling for greater investment in mentorship, inclusive institutions, and opportunities for the next generation of women leaders.

She reaffirmed IGAD's commitment to advancing gender-responsive leadership and ensuring that women's voices are represented in decision-making processes across the region.

Read more:
https://t.co/ydhhIbZCnM

#WomenInDiplomacy
#RisingWithIGAD
#OneRegionOneFuture

[Sally Mghoi @mghoi]

@LoiceWafula 🤦🏽‍♀️ self inflicted 🤣
It will take some time to get over the nonchalant sprinkling of borax over rice 🤯

[Sally Mghoi @mghoi]

@LoiceWafula @wairimu_wendy I hate that I watched it to the end 🤷🏽‍♀️

[Sally Mghoi @mghoi]

@DonAyo_Official @LoiceWafula And still get away with it 🙄
Third time’s the charm!

He deserved worse.
He was a horrible human🤮 - but jeez 😱

[Sally Mghoi @mghoi]

@LoiceWafula The things humans can do - it’s shockingly wicked 😱🤯

[Sally Mghoi @mghoi]

@ekmokaya Here’s to fat, stupid, peasant - investment strategy 🤣🍾🥂

[Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW) @covaw]

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) wears many faces, and not all wounds are visible.
Physical. Sexual. Emotional. Economic. Cultural. Digital.

GBV shows up in every corner of life, affecting millions of women and girls in homes, workplaces, communities, and online spaces. Recognising its many forms is where change begins. Because you cannot fight what you cannot name.

💜 No form of violence is acceptable.
🗣️ If you see it, say something.
🤝 Believe and support survivors.
✊ Be part of the solution.

Together, we build a world where every woman and girl lives free, from violence, from fear, from silence.

📞 Need help? Call our free helpline: 0800 720 553

#EndGBV #StopViolenceAgainstWomen #EndFemicideKE #GenderEquality #WomensRights #DigitalSafety #COVAW #BreakTheSilence

[Zeddy🇰🇪 @ZeddyBariti]

Painful periods are not normal.
Endometriosis remains one of the most misunderstood, underdiagnosed, misdiagnosed and often dismissed conditions affecting women today. I’ll be speaking with Dr. Njagi for The Power Dialogue Africa Podcast. What would you like me to ask him?

[The Nobel Prize @NobelPrize]

Wangari Maathai was a Nobel Prize laureate of many firsts: the first woman in East and Central Africa to earn a doctorate degree, the first female professor in Kenya and the first African woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

Read more: https://t.co/6Xt8b1afLk

[FIFA @FIFAcom]

48 nations. 104 games. One prize. 🏆

The biggest-ever @FIFAWorldCup is here! 😍

[FIFA @FIFAcom]

Today’s the day. @FIFAWorldCup 2026 is here. 🏆

[FIFA World Cup @FIFAWorldCup]

🏆✨

#FIFAWorldCup

[Sally Mghoi @mghoi]

@MwangoCapital 🤣

[Fally Ipupa @fallyipupa01]

👑🦅 MR IPUPA Fally, Chevalier de l’ Ordre National du « LEOPARD » et médaille d’or du mérite en Arts, sciences et Lettre.

Merci 🙏🏾🇨🇩

Honneur, Travail , Passion et Reconnaissance

#Gratitude #RDCongo #Fierte #Chevalier

[The Nobel Prize @NobelPrize]

In her Nobel Prize lecture, peace laureate Wangari Maathai spoke about democracy and the responsibility we have to take care of our planet Earth. Maathai was awarded the 2004 Nobel Peace Prize “for her contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace.”

Hear her full prize lecture: https://t.co/FmHoJtWKfy

#WorldEnvironmentDay

[Sally Mghoi @mghoi]

Quite progressive indeed!
#FeminineLeave
#MenstrualLeave
#MenopausalLeave

[Anne Waiguru EGH, OGW @AnneWaiguru]

Congratulations to @KWALOFFICIAL and MD Lina Githuka on the launch of the Feminine Leave Policy, which introduces 1 day paid leave per month for women experiencing menstrual, perimenopausal and menopausal health-related challenges. A progressive move that places dignity, health and wellbeing at the center of workplace culture. Well done.👏 #WorkplaceWellbeing #FeminineLeave
@Heineken
@LabourSPKE
@gender_ke
@Kirinyagabunge
@SDPSKenya

[Zeddy🇰🇪 @ZeddyBariti]

Did you know that Nairobi County Government moved first on menstrual leave in Kenya? KWAL has followed with one paid leave day each month for menstrual health, perimenopause and menopause support. A small policy shift, but a significant workplace conversation.