Wanja Mbuthia

Nairobi

Social Media Lead and Contributing Writer at Nation Media Group

God over everything || Mom || Journalist @NationAfrica - Gender Desk || Digital Media Enthusiast || @WomenInNews Fellow 2021 || Adjunct lecturer @cuea_official

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Articles

Bonnie Nyandwaro on reshaping Kenya’s water story

1 week ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

Bonnie Nyandwaro, an engineer, is a natural charmer. During our two-hour conversation in her third-floor office at Athi Water Works Development Agency Plaza along Kiambu Road, she comes across as razor-sharp, analytical, and effortlessly engaging.
'He took turns with each of us': Sisters break down, reveal church-going father has been abusing them for over a decade

1 month ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

The sound of a movie plays loudly in the background as a father calls his daughter to join him. What should be an innocent family moment masks a horrific reality behind closed doors. For years, this seemingly ordinary scene was the prelude to systematic abuse that four sisters endured at the hands of the one man meant to protect them. It began with movie nights. It ended with a late-night confession that would finally break the silence.
Gender Ministry takes bold stand as Mash Poa faces possible licence suspension

1 month ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

A woman's terrifying ordeal aboard a Mash Poa bus has sparked national outrage and prompted swift government intervention, as concerns over passenger safety reach a boiling point across Kenya's public transport sector. The government has condemned the disturbing incident in which Adelle Omondi was allegedly drugged on April 14 while traveling from Nairobi to Mombasa, resulting in her hospitalisation and the theft of her personal belongings.
Kahumbya Bashige’s journey of breaking barriers

1 month ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

A chartered director and fellow of the Institute of Directors United Kingdom, Kahumbya Bashige’s journey to becoming one of Africa’s foremost governance experts is a testament to resilience, authenticity and unwavering faith. With a career spanning banking, corporate finance, governance and board leadership, she has shattered glass ceilings in male-dominated fields while nurturing a loving family. Where does Kahumbya’s journey begin?
Gender equality in energy: James Ngomeli's Africa-wide initiative

1 month ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

James Ngomeli radiates an infectious energy when speaking about women’s empowerment. With a burning curiosity in his eyes and stories that command attention, he’s easily the life of any conversation. Beneath that charisma lies a relentless advocate who has spent decades dismantling barriers for women in energy, a male-dominated space.
Gachie to the globe: A fierce fight for a brilliant future

1 month ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

What you need to know:Eventually, they scraped together the fees. The family traveled joyfully to the school. Then the unthinkable happened. “As we waited for my dad to clear with the administration for me to be admitted, we saw him walk out of the administration block crying,” recalls the firstborn of two siblings. “We found out later that my spot in the school had been sold.” Petite in stature but full of positive energy, Alice Gathe’s passion fills any room she walks into.
How Mercy Omollo is breaking barriers for women in cybersecurity

1 month ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

Mercy's presence is calm but electric. She is a blend of sharp expertise and approachable warmth. As the second female president of the ISACA [Information Systems Audit and Control Association] Kenya Chapter in over 25 years, Mercy is rewriting the rules for women in technology. But ask her about her title, and she’ll smile and say, “I’m just here to open doors for the next generation.” Beyond the boardroom, Mercy is a mentor, a strategist, and a relentless advocate for inclusivity.
When skincare is not about trends and products but science and authenticity

2 months ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

Over a decade into her journey, Sonnie Kamau, through her brand, Sonnie Touch Wellness Centre, has become known in Kenya’s skincare industry. In a world saturated with quick fixes and viral beauty trends, Sonnie believes she stands apart due to blending science, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity. “It has not been easy. There are a lot of products in the market to compete against and many people just want quick fixes to their skin issues.
When home, I’m just a mum: Legal expert talks law, leadership and living fully

2 months ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

What you need to know:At first, I knew nothing about petroleum law. But I took the files no one wanted, researched intensely, and soon became the go-to legal expert in exploration. That led to opportunities like negotiating contracts with global brands and working on the Energy and Petroleum Acts. My biggest lesson? The law doesn’t change just because you’re dealing with an international company.
The woman who puts you to sleep, then fights to bring you back

2 months ago | nation.africa | Wanja Mbuthia

What you need to know:Dr Janet Onchong’a carries something unusual to the operating room: a Bluetooth speaker. “I always put music for our surgeons to listen to when they are embarking on a procedure. I ask them what they would want to listen to. Just a soft time for calmness and ambiance. It makes the atmosphere more relaxed." Dr Janet Onchong’a was called to perform an urgent impromptu procedure just minutes before our interview. “I am so sorry I have to go.