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Who is Mbele?
Mbele Leadership Foundation is an authentic community of extraordinary trailblazers committed to developing, empowering, and connecting emerging world changers in a changing world. Mbele is translated in Swahili as “forward.” The translation inspires enthusiasm for forward-thinking and innovative approaches that will impact communities locally and globally. Mbele is a leadership movement ignited by the experiences and skill of leaders who are growing through defining moments of taking others where they’ve never been before.
Developing Leaders.
Connecting Communities.
Inspiring Global Impact.
What is Our Impact?
10K+
Individuals Reached
Across Digital Platforms
25+
Leadership Workshops & Conversations
10+
Institutional & Community Partnerships
2
Countries Engaged
500+
Emerging Leaders Engaged
20+
Black Businesses Empowered & Impacted
5+
Years of Leadership Development Work
1
Visionary Development Initiative
Meet the Team



Shannice Wangui Gichia
Executive Coordinator

WycLiffe Onyango
LOGISTICS COORDINATOR

Kingsley Kwanga
Mbele Leadership Academy (MLA) Coordinator

Irene Makusi
JOURNEY OF JEWELS Coordinator (KENYA)

Obondo “Obosh” Collins
MEDIA SPECIALIST
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