Kevinnah Loyatum: A Multifaceted Leader Championing Change in Kenya and Beyond

Kevinnah Loyatum is fast emerging as one of Kenya’s most inspiring and versatile leaders, combining her extensive media experience, strategic leadership, and entrepreneurial acumen to make a lasting impact across sectors.

Currently serving as the CEO of the National Council of NGOs Kenya and Chairperson of the Amani Great Lakes Initiative, Kevinnah has been nominated for the Emerging Female Leader 2025 at the Bobea Leadership Awards—a recognition that further cements her status as a transformational force in the region.

From Media to Leadership

Kevinnah’s leadership journey is rooted in her early career as a media personality. She worked with leading Kenyan TV stations—NTV and KTN—for over nine years, where her communication prowess and on-screen charisma made her a household name. It was during this period that she honed the public engagement and leadership skills that would later define her executive journey.

Strategic Roles with Impact

Her transition from media to leadership saw her take up multiple high-level roles in both the public and private sectors.

As the CEO of the National Council of NGOs Kenya for the past 11 years, Kevinnah has skillfully navigated policy, advocacy, and governance, ensuring that the voice of civil society remains influential in national development agendas.

Through her role as Chairperson of the Amani Great Lakes Initiative, she has led peace-building efforts and sustainable development programs across the region—emphasizing dialogue, regional integration, and community resilience.

Kevinnah also wears the entrepreneurial hat as CEO of Ninia Honey, a venture focused on the export of high-quality Kenyan honey to markets such as Korea, contributing to Kenya’s growing footprint in global trade. Additionally, as Director of the Pokot Heritage Foundation, she has championed environmental conservation, education, and the preservation of indigenous culture in marginalized communities.

Recognition and Awards

Kevinnah’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. She was the Peace Award Winner of the East African Community Peace Pact in 2022, and in 2023, she was recognized with the Pacesetters Award (Eastern Africa Chapter) in the Food and Honey Processing category—where her company Ninia Honey was named Best Overall. These accolades highlight both her commitment to peace and her success as a social entrepreneur.

Empowering Women, One Step at a Time

A fierce advocate for gender equality and women’s empowerment, Kevinnah is actively involved with the Africa Women Leadership Institute (AWLI) and the Centre for Multi-Party Democracy-Kenya. Her work focuses on building capacity among women leaders, fostering democratic values, and ensuring inclusive participation in national development.

A Rising Star at the Bobea Leadership Awards

Her recent nomination as Emerging Female Leader 2025 at the Bobea Leadership Awards is a testament to her broad and deep contributions to leadership.

According to the Bobea Awards Secretariat, over 20 seasoned professionals reviewed public submissions to shortlist the top 10 finalists in each category. The awards seek to recognize leadership that transcends politics and focuses on integrity, innovation, and real societal impact.

The winners will be unveiled during a high-profile gala dinner on July 18th at the Movenpick Hotel in Westlands, Nairobi—a night expected to celebrate the spirit of progressive leadership in Kenya and beyond.

Building a Legacy

Kevinnah Loyatum is not just a leader—she’s a visionary with an unshakable commitment to social progress, peace, and empowerment.

Her journey from the TV screen to boardrooms and grassroots initiatives showcases her rare ability to connect, lead, and inspire across multiple spheres of influence.

As she continues to build a legacy of change, her story serves as a blueprint for the next generation of African leaders—especially women—who are determined to shape a better, more equitable future.