Last week I joined scholars, business leaders, policymakers and practitioners at the Academy of International Business Africa Conference hosted by @SBSKenya Strathmore Business School.
What stood out clearly is that in a world increasingly defined by uncertainty and complexity, Africa’s experience is becoming not just relevant, but a source of insight for global businesses.
Complexity is now an accelerator driving faster innovation, new business models and globally relevant solutions rooted in local realities.
From the continued evolution of M-PESA as a platform for financial inclusion and innovation, to the critical role of public-private partnerships, supportive policy environments and human-centred technology, the opportunities before us are immense. Realising them will require bold thinking, collaboration and a shared commitment to inclusive growth.
I was encouraged by the depth of discussion and the exchange of ideas on how Africa can continue to lead through innovation, resilience and entrepreneurship.
My sincere thanks to Dr. @VinceOgutu, Vice Chancellor of @StrathU, Professor Ben Ngoye, Conference Co-Chair, and the entire Strathmore Business School team for convening such an important forum and for their warm hospitality.
The future of Africa will not be defined by what happens to us, but by what we choose to build together.
#AIBAfricaConference #AIB2026 #DevelopingGreatAfricanLeaders
At @StrathU, we understand that academia's role is not confined to the classroom. It extends to shaping civic-minded leaders who can influence
#publicpolicy, fight for #ethicalgovernance, & advocate for #socialjustice - Shadrack Mwangangi, Director Executive Education @SBSKenya
Today we celebrate the graduation of 50+ entrepreneurs from the Enterprise Development Programme! NCBA, in partnership with @SBSKenya, developed a 16-week course addressing diverse challenges in various sectors. Empowering SMEs to thrive! #NCBATwendeMbele
We developed our research in partnership with the Kenyan Government and participant input to ensure the outcome would be most impactful @ScottProfessor@ExperienceUSIU@G_Communities
Congratulations Dr. Anastasia Nyalita on your recent appointment as the County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Health, Nairobi County.
Dr. Nyalita is the CEO, @KenyaHealthFed & an alumna of the Women in Leadership Programme.
#DevelopingGreatAfricanLeaders#AlumnioftheWeek
Congratulations to our People & Culture team for coming tops in 2 @Ihrm_Kenya awards: Work-Life Integration Strategy & Workplace Wellness Program of the Year.
Well in Dr. @VinceOgutu, our VC, for being 2nd runners up in the best people-focused CEO/MD category.
#keepwinning
Truly humbling to be nominated alongside people I have so much respect for.
The HR Awards are there to to edify you so please look up these guys and let their stories inspire you as they do me! Then go ahead and vote for whoever inspires you the most on https://t.co/hfQqcaFjHd