Women representation in high-level leadership positions remains critically low in Kenya, even within international organisations that shape global dialogue. Despite Covid-19 dampening the overall outlook in 2020, Kenyan women have something to celebrate — we have more women who have overcome barriers to leadership and influence to the decision-making table. Caroline Mukiira - Regional General Manager for IBM’s Global Business Services for East Africa She is responsible for the day to day operations and strategy execution across eight countries in East Africa. Fatuma Ahmed - Major-General, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) She is the first Kenyan woman to hold the rank of Major-General. She also served as Eldoret East MP for one term (from 2008-2013) and as nominated member for the East Africa Legislative Assembly from 2001 to 2006.

Source: Daily Nation July 09, 2020 07:17 UTC