Team

Dr. Oby is Senior Economic Adviser of the Africa Economic Development Policy Initiative and one of the co-founders and pioneer directors of Transparency International. She was a candidate for the office of the President of Nigeria in the 2019 election and became the Founder-Chairperson of #FixPolitics Initiative, a research-based citizens-led initiative. Ezekwesili was a Vice President of the World Bank- Africa Region. Previously, she was the Minister of Minerals and later of Education. She is currently on a Fellowship at Yale University in the United States.

Dr. Stigmata is the Executive Director of the Africa Philanthropy Network (APN) and the President of the Foundation for Civil Society in Tanzania. Stigmata has practiced with central and local governments, civil society, communities, and key population groups in Tanzania and in selected counties in the African region.

Gladys Mwende joined SHOFCO in April 2021 as Chief Programs Officer. Mwende is responsible for leading program implementation and works closely with SHOFCO programs staff to achieve SHOFCO’s strategy and deliverables. Mwende holds a Master of Arts (MA) Degree in Peace Studies (Conflict Resolution & International Politics & Security Studies) from the University of Bradford, UK (2003). She holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Development Management from Open University, UK (1999).

Mwende holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies from Kimmage Manor Development Centre, Dublin, Ireland (1992). She is a winner of the Dr. Arthur Clark Peace Fellowship award, Calgary University, Canada (2009- 2010).  Mwende has extensive experience in program management, and recently returned to Kenya where she has served as a Country Director for three different international NGOs. Mwende has a proven record in developing and delivering high-quality programs and leading highly motivated multi-disciplinary teams of staff and consultants.

Redempta Kinyaka joined SHOFCO in June 2021 as Kibera School for Girls’ (KSG) Head Teacher. Redempta is a seasoned educator with 12+ years’ progressive experience in High School, Primary, and Kindergarten settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (English/ Literature) degree and comes with a wealth of experience in both teaching Literacy and school administration. Prior to joining KSG, she was the Headteacher at Rose of Sharon Academy and Deputy Principal at Loreto Convent Msongari. Redempta aims to make KSG an unmatched Model School and a Girls’ Empowerment Centre through the support of the implementation of skill-oriented and value-based education.