The Founder of Woman Kenya Network replaces Sharon Kechula who served as the acting executive director for four months. 

A statement shared by AMWIK board that was signed by the chairperson Jane Thuo says that Queenter’s  appointment follows a rigorous and competitive hiring process. 

The board said,”She has demonstrably championed gender equality throughout her career, establishing a Gender Desk, revamping anti-sexual harassment policies, and launching innovative mentorship programs,”

Ms Mbori’s passion and commitment in championing gender equality, inclusitivity  and amplifying the voices of marginalized groups align with AMWIK’s mission and will ensure its continuity to its members and stakeholders. 

Speaking during an interview with Woman Kenya Network, Ms Mbori relayed optimism in her new role. Being keen on making impact, Queenter asserted that the platform will allow her to serve women in media across the forty seven counties.

She shared, 

” This is a platform I wanted to tap into because I’m really keen on making an  impact. AMWIK offers a great space to engage women in the media because it draws from the entire nation the 47 counties in Kenya. We have members across the board representing different media organizations and related fields such as communication and Public Relations ( PR). 

“AMWIK has the potential to create opportunities for women in the media in the Public Relations space and the potential to pull resources from these women which can be used to advance  democracy and enhance media freedom in the country.” 

The celebrated advocate for gender equality has demonstrated her passion and commitment in many capacities.She has over twelve years in media management across Africa. The Moi University alumnus has held editorial positions at Mwananchi Communications LTD, Bang! Magazine and Standard Media Group PLC. 

As a certified media trainer , the award winning multi media journalist is an expert in understanding the challenges and opportunities that face women in the media industry.

 Her background in gender inclusive story telling, thought leadership and sustainable journalism make her well-equipped to navigate the ever changing media landscape. 

Queenter’s commitment goes beyond the newsroom. She also offers her expertise to multiple organizations. She is a founding member of the Standard Group Women Network (SGWN).

Queenter is the current Board Chair of SGWN and sits on other boards including African Women in Media and Kigali Declaration Advisory Committee. 

Woman Kenya Network As A Trusted Voice For Kenyan Women 

Woman Kenya Network (WOKN) is a distinguished media company that’s committed to advancing gender equality and promoting the equitable participation of women and girls in society.

 Launched in 2018, WOKN has grown in leaps and bounds to become an award-winning platform and the trusted voice for women and girls. 

WOKN is a fully-fledged digital media platform with a vibrant social media presence on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

WOKN has become a trusted and reliable source of information on gender-sensitive content covering diverse thematic areas including Politics, Climate, Peace and Security, Gender Justice, Health, Economic Empowerment, and SRHR as guided by SDG 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.  

The media company is the main sponsor of the Top 20 Most Influential Women in Kenya Awards. They also hold regular themed events and social networks like the Women in Leadership and provide a platform for women to build networks and advance gender equality and inclusion.

The Association of Media Women In Kenya 

AMWIK was founded in 1982 by a group of women journalist at a time when women voices and issues were given very little attention in the media. 

AMWIK’s objective is to promote an informed and resourceful society through professional development and transformation of the media to enhance the status of women in Kenya.

The organization pulls over 300 women in the media across different parts of Kenya , community networks and media associations across 47 Kenyan counties, pulling their professional skills and giving visibility to the concerns of women. 

AMWIK’s vision is to see a society in which the media embraces and promotes equitable development, human rights and women rights. 

AMWIK’s mission is to use the media to promote an informed and gender responsive society in Kenya and Africa.

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She is a complete definition of beating all odds, working on yourself, and overcoming obstacles. She has built an admirable career in music, Akothee was nominated as the best female music artist in East Africa in 2019.

She is also an author, entrepreneur: and CEO at Akothee Safaris. And top of it all, a mother of 5 lovely children, a family to envy because of how closely neat they are.

The celebrated musician and entrepreneur is known for her open charitable work through her franchise Akothee Foundation. Despite her musical success, she’s made the bulk of her fortune from other ventures such as Akothee Safaris and various brand influencer gigs. She has overcome hardships to be where she is as a single mother of 5. Esther Akoth is an enigma of brand influence. And she definitely keeps us entertained.

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Kenyan media personality, anchor, and actress is recognized for gender equality advocacy. Janet has been vocal about menstrual health and is the author of a book; Her First Time. 10 percent of the proceeds from the book are dedicated to ending period poverty.
Janet Mbugua is the Founder and Director of Media Avenue Limited. She has reinforced the empowerment of young women through the Inua Dada Campaign. She started her career in media at the age of 19. At the prime of her career, she worked for Citizen TV before pursuing personal development and goals.

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She is a Kenyan businesswoman, accountant, and corporate executive who serves as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Diamond Trust Bank Group. Nasim is one of five women who hold such positions in Kenya commercial banks. The bank provided hot meals for health workers in 2020 as a commitment to society during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

She started her career at Diamond Trust Bank Group as the Regional Financial Controller. Years later, she was promoted to the position of Group Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer. She concurrently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Kenyan Subsidiary Diamond Trust Bank (Kenya) Limited.

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She holds a record for being Kenya’s first female marine pilot. Elizabeth was recognized by Business Daily as Top 40 Under 40 Women in 2015.

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She is a lawyer and corporate executive. She is the managing director and CEO of the East African region’s largest electricity-producing company, KENGEN.

She started her career at KENGEN as a senior legal officer. She is a member of the Law Society of Kenya and was given the Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya in 2010. In 2020, Miano was appointed to the World Bank Group Advisory Council on Gender and Development.

Miano has a law degree from the University of Nairobi and an advocate’s Training Programme from the Kenya School of Law. She also holds a Master of Laws in Comparative Law, awarded by the University of Australia.

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At 28 years old, Dr. Purity became the youngest Ph.D. holder in biomathematics. She did her undergraduate degree in Education Science and Mathematics from Egerton University where she graduated with first-class honours and later did a Masters’s Degree in applied mathematics from the same university.

She was born in Nyeri County where she sat for Kenya’s elementary examination Kenya Certificate of Primary Education KCPE, twice in 2002 and 2003 before proceeding to secondary school and graduating in 2007.

She started her career as an assistant lecturer in 2016 at Strathmore University. She is the manager-Research and Assessment at Zizi Afrique Foundation.

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Njeri is the Founder Usikimye Foundation, a human rights and social justice organization.

Njeri, a GBV survivor, endured physical assault, heartaches, and injuries for 15 years before she got the courage to speak up against abuse.

She suffered partial hearing loss from physical abuse. The first incident of abuse was by a boyfriend who slapped her when she was only a teenager.

Following the patterns of abuse, Njeri was inspired to open up a safe haven for GBV survivors. Usikimye Foundation runs The Haven, a transitional safe house for survivors of SGBV. The Haven provides safe and secure short-term accommodation for women and children escaping from GBV.

She started by hosting 4 women, she then saw the need to expand the home to rescue more women, educate them, and empower them.

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