Elizabeth Okumu joined the Equity Leaders Program (ELP) after finishing her KCSE exams. Through ELP, she was mentored and exposed to influential leaders, on the job paid internship at Equity Bank and other scholars; who inspired her to be who she is today. Watch her story.

“As a young person stay disciplined and focused and pursue your dreams by simply just starting.” – Peter Kironji, CEO and Founder Twiva

In 2017, Kelvin Mungai joined the Wings to Fly program and through the comprehensive secondary school scholarship, he was able to attend Chavakali High School where he completed his education and proceeded to join the Equity Leaders Program in 2021. Through mentorship and leadership development, he has been exposed to a global network of other inspirational leaders and scholars and is looking forward to joining New York University, Abu Dhabi, for his undergraduate studies

In 2014, Hope joined Kenya High School under the Wings to Fly Scholarship Program. Through the regular leadership congresses and mentorship through the program, she stood out and quickly took up leadership positions at the school. She then scored well and joined the Equity Leaders Program as a scholar and also joined the University of Nairobi to pursue a Bachelors Degree in Law. Her experience in ELP has taught her to be resilient and to think outside the box and to remain sensitive to the opportunities that are there for young people.

Dennis Mathenge scored an A plain in the 2012 KCSE exams and emerged the overall best student in Mathira Sub-County.An achievement that enabled him to join the Equity Leaders Program as a scholar. Through the program, he not only got professional mentorship but was also able to join Equity FC as a professional football player playing in the Kenya Premier League where he has learnt more about being a team player and the value of resilience.

"Young people looking to delve into the world of entrepreneurship ought to be passionate about what they do, to put in the work and also remember that there are things that take time to blossom." - Eric Oude, Co-founder and COO - Zeraki

Seth Moiben joined the #EquityLeadersProgram after completing his KCSE Examinations in 2016. He tells his story of how the program has equipped and empowered him throughout his higher education with professional training and exposure to work ethics and life skills. He aspires to become a news anchor and later work in government as a Minister of Communication. Watch Video

James Wanyoike joined the #EquityLeadersProgram after completing his KCSE Examinations in 2015. He tells an inspiring story of how through the program he has gained entrepreneurial & financial skills to run and manage his business as well as grow his vision of becoming an entrepreneur. Watch video

Joined the #EquityLeadersProgram in 2003 after completing his KCSE exams. Through the program, he was exposed to the corporate work culture and to industry captains who inspired and mentored him in his youthful years. Today, he is a Medical Doctor with global work experience. He is also an advocate for sustainable development.