STRATEGIC BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2025 HONOREES UNVEILED

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Strategic Nest Corporation Head of Secretariat, Samuel Njuguna Kariuki (right), flanked by his team, addresses the media during the unveiling of the 2025 Strategic Business & Leadership Awards honorees at the Garden Estate headquarters in Nairobi.

By: Glad Tv Kenya reporter 

Africa’s leadership and corporate excellence took center stage today as Strategic Nest Corporation (SNC) announced the honorees of the 2025 Strategic Business & Leadership Awards (SBLA 2025). The recognition, described as one of the continent’s most rigorous and credible platforms, seeks to spotlight leaders and institutions shaping Africa’s future through innovation, service, and transformative impact.

Speaking during the press briefing at the Garden Estate headquarters of SNC, the Head of Secretariat, Samuel Njuguna Kariuki, described the announcement as a proud milestone in celebrating Africa’s true change-makers.

“This recognition is not bought, not lobbied for, and not voted on. It is earned – through demonstrated leadership, innovation, and service,” said Kariuki.

He emphasized that SNC’s mission is to build platforms that recognize, amplify, and strategically position excellence across Africa.

This year’s honorees were identified after months of rigorous research, community consultations, and independent vetting by SNC’s Board of Directors. Out of a pool of 297 CEOs and 362 corporates, the Secretariat endorsed a select group across three categories: Top 20 Visionary CEOs, Top 20 Impactful Corporates, and 10 Special Recognitions.

Among the distinguished CEO honorees are:

  • Eric Muriuki Njaaga, NCBA Group Director & CEO, LOOP DFS – CEO of the Year, Finance & Banking
  • Morris Mbetsa, CEO, Numeral IOT – CEO of the Year, Technology & Innovation
  • Mwende Musunga, CEO, Lancet – CEO of the Year, Healthcare
  • Joseph Rehmann, Founder & Group CEO, Victory Farms – CEO of the Year, Agriculture & Agribusiness
  • Wawira Njiru, Founder & CEO, Food4Education – CEO of the Year, Social Enterprise
  • Abraham Mbuthia, CEO, Uza Point – CEO of the Year, Fintech
  • Catherine Mayeye, CEO, African Design & Fabrics – CEO of the Year, Fashion & Lifestyle

Other categories also recognized influential corporates including:

  • I&M Bank Ltd – Corporate of the Year, Finance & Banking
  • Africa’s Talking – Corporate of the Year, Technology & Innovation
  • Ruai Family Hospital – Corporate of the Year, Healthcare
  • Villa Rosa Kempinski – Corporate of the Year, Hospitality
  • Airtel Kenya – Corporate of the Year, Telecommunications
  • KCB Foundation – Corporate of the Year, Social Impact Enterprise

Additionally, Special Excellence Awards were conferred, including:

  • Citizen-Led Movement of the Year – Sisi Kwa Sisi, championed by Eric Omondi
  • Creative Entrepreneur of the Year – Timothy Kimani Njuguna (Njugush)
  • Entertainment Legacy Award – David Mathenge (Nameless)
  • Lifetime Achievement in Leadership – Dr. Jennifer Riria, CEO Network Africa
  • Lifetime Achievement in Media – Jeff Koinange, veteran journalist and broadcaster

According to SNC, the awards aim to inspire the next generation of African leaders by showcasing individuals and institutions making real impact from a place of purpose.

“We believe Africa’s greatest wealth is not its land, minerals, or industries – it is her people. Yet the real change-makers are rarely celebrated. That’s why we built The Nest – a home where Africa’s excellence is recognized, nurtured, and given wings to inspire generations,” Kariuki said.

The awards gala night is scheduled to take place on November 7, 2025, at Villa Rosa Kempinski, Nairobi, where honorees will be officially celebrated.


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