Prudence Minayo
Prudence Minayo Andayi is a Bachelor of Education Arts graduate (English Literature ) from Kenyatta University. She is a teacher of English Literature and a writer at whownskenya. She enjoys researching and writing impactful stories on wealth, influential personalities, technology, history among other topics.
InstitutionsFoundations Offering Full Scholarships To KCPE And KCSE Candidates
WoK takes a look at foundations offering full scholarships to KCPE and KCSE candidates from needy backgrounds Education is a major pillar in Kenya’s Big Four…
BusinessEverlyne Muthoni Mbaabu: The Success Story Of Kenyan Owning A College And Rental Houses In Dubai
Dubai is famously known for its magnificent architecture and world-class infrastructure developments. Kenyans troop to the United Arab Emirates in search of employment. However there is…
BusinessKenAfric Industries Ltd: How Family Owned Wholesale Business Became A Multi-Billion Sweet Company
KenAfric Industries Ltd is the largest confectionery manufacturers in Kenya. From Creamy Yogurt lollipops, VeVe, Muguka, Mooz Maziwa sweets, Fruit Drops, Ting Ting, Big Bang lollipops…
BusinessTribhovan Padia: How A Family Owned Kiosk In Nyeri Gave Birth To The Popular Highlands Soft Drink Brand
If you grew up in the late 80s and 90s chances are high that you are familiar with Mirinda and Babito soda brands. These brands grew…
CeosPeter Mahu Muthee: GM Kariuki’s Son Who Owns Giraffe Ark Game Lodge
Peter Mahu Muthee is a businessman whose stable extends to a variety of industries. He is the founder and chairman of Anchor Group, a company that…
CelebritiesCareer Paths Papa Shirandula Actors Took After The End Of The TV Show
Papa Shirandula was a popular Television comedy drama series that used to air every Thursdays on Citizen TV. For 13 years, the show kept Kenyans glued…
WealthTycoon Gerald Gikonyo: The Illiterate Hawker Who Employed Former Equity Bank Chairman As A Casual Labourer
Gerald Gikonyo best exemplifies the bottom up economy being propagated by a section of Kenyan politicians. His success from the claws of poverty can be attributed…
WealthFrom Extortionist Politicians, To Shylocks And Sidekicks: How Billionaire Francis Mburu Ended Up Broke
A report released in 2021 by Knight Frank estimated that Kenya has 42 billionaires, placing the country at position four in Africa. Being rich is a…
CareerWanjiku Chebet Kanjumba: Meet The First Kenyan Scientist-Astronaut
Kenya has produced some of the sharpest brains in the world who end up achieving greatness in their various capacities. From Oscar-award winner Lupita Nyong’o to…
BusinessRaj Malde: From Mjengo Hustle To Founding NuVita Biscuits And Daawat Rice
Introduction Raj Malde is the Founder and Managing Director Malbros Group Malbros Group trades as Mjengo Limited which was initially a Wholesale and Distribution Company before…