Forbes Grants Gachagua's Wish To Host Special Event In Kenya
He expressed his gratitude to the organisers for honouring his request and assured them that Kenya would deliver in the continental event.
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Kenya will host the third edition of the Forbes 30 Under 30 Africa Summit later this year.
This was announced by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday, April 25, who met the organisers when he travelled to Gaborone, Botswana, where the second edition was held.
He expressed his gratitude to the organisers for honouring his request and assured them that Kenya would deliver in the continental event.
"I want to extend my deepest gratitude to the organisers and the great team behind the Forbes 30 Under 30 Africa Summit that is taking place in Gaborone, Botswana, for accepting Kenya's request to host the Third Edition of the prestigious event later this year.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua meets the organisers of Forbes 30 Under 30 summit in Botswana on April 25, 2023. /FACEBOOK.RIGATHI GACHAGUA
"I would like to assure the team of Randall Lane, the Chief Content Officer of Forbes Media and Editor of Forbes Magazine, Julius Mwale, industrial entrepreneur, investor and Principal of Mwale Medical and Technology City (MMTC), Shivish Soni of Sun Group, among other players with whom I had a fruitful engagement this morning that Kenya will deliver," he stated in part.
Gachagua, who was in the company of his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, further indicated that the summit would provide an opportunity for Kenyan youth running businesses to showcase their skills and craft as the summit shines a spotlight on young entrepreneurs.
"It will be an honour for our country to host this accolade, which recognises the best of the best in youth entrepreneurship.
"Entrepreneurship opportunities are infinite, especially in the digital age. Besides putting Kenya on the world map as a leading tourism destination, the thousands of vibrant, tech-savvy youth of our country will be exposed to learning from each other why they are the solution to the socio-economic challenges in Kenya and the globe," he added.
The Deputy President further revealed that hosting the event would put Kenya on the world map and expose its youth to learning from international experts.
He also revealed that the event would market Kenya as a leading tourist destination since a lot of the delegates would be staying in the country.
"It will also be a huge motivation. Getting to be a thought leader in the industry requires no magic, but hard work, determination and keeping an eye on the ball," Gachagua added.
Forbes 30 Under 30 is an accolade that shines the spotlight on successful entrepreneurs below the age of 30. Launched in 2011 in the United States (US) by Forbes Magazine, the Summit has extended to other continents as a premier platform showcasing youth entrepreneurship.
Forbes Africa 30 under 30 was launched in 2014 and has since become a platform for young Africans to showcase their exceptional skills, talents, and accomplishments.
The list features individuals from various fields, including technology, media, entertainment, finance, and sports and is compiled by a panel of judges who assess candidates based on their achievements, innovation, and potential to impact the African continent positively.
The list includes individuals from various countries, highlighting Africa's rich cultural and entrepreneurial diversity. The list is also gender-inclusive, with male and female entrepreneurs recognized for their achievements.
The Forbes Africa 30 under 30 list has become one of the most prestigious lists in Africa, with many young people aspiring to be included in it, and this year, that aspiration has turned into reality for a few trendsetting Africans.
Gachagua was among the keynote speakers and attendees of the second edition of the summit in Botswana alongside musicians Davido and Sauti Sol.
DP Rigathi Gachagua and his wife, Dorcas Rigathi, with members of the popular Kenyan boy band Sauti Sol who are participating in the Forbes 30 under 30 Africa Summit in Gaborone, Botswana. /FACEBOOK.RIGATHI GACHAGUA
2023 FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 list:
- Alessandrio Bergman, 29, South Africa – Founder, SYNC Model Management – Industry: Fashion and Marketing
- Asisat Oshoala, 28, Nigeria – Striker for Spanish Liga F club FC Barcelona and the Nigeria women’s national team – Industry: Professional Footballer
- Blessing Joel Abeng, 28, Nigeria – Co-founder and Director of Communications, Ingressive For Good – Industry: Branding and Communications
- Cheslin Denman, 29, South Africa – Managing Director and Co-Founder, Trustlink Africa Hub – Industry: Fintech
- Cody Gordon, 26, South Africa – Co-founder and CEO, CG Technology Group (be frank, Constructive Candor and It’sOk) – Industry: Mental Health Technology
- Dr Olivier Uwishema, 29, Rwanda – Founder, Oli Health Magazine Organization (OHMO) – Industry: Medicine/Research
- Dr Wedu Tose Somolekae, 29, Botswana – Founder, Medi-Glow Aesthetics – – Industry: Aesthetic medicine
- Dricus ‘Still Knocks’ du Plessis, 29, South Africa – Professional mixed martial artist in the Middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) – Industry: Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
- Emmanuel Whajah, 29, Ghana – Creative Director, Videographer and owner of Emzy Production Films – Industry: Film and entertainment
- Germain Ndu-Okeke, 24, Nigeria – Co-founder and Chief Operation Officer, Weevil Company – Industry: Technology
- Hansel Ndu Okeke, 28, Nigeria – Co-founder and CEO, Weevil Company – Industry: Technology
- Isaack Damian Buhiye, 28, Tanzania – CEO, Firm 23 Limited – Industry: Digital Enterprise Solutions
- Jacques Jordaan, 27, South Africa – Co-founder and Director, Specno – Industry: Entrepreneur/Technology
- Jessica Mshama, 27, Tanzania – Founder and CEO, Nakua Na Taifa Langu, Director of Assumpter Digital Schools – Industry: Entrepreneur/Social Impact
- Joel Embiid, 29, Cameroon – Center for Philadelphia 76ers National Basketball Association – Industry: Professional Basketball Player
- Khethokuhle ‘Kay Yarms’ Ngonyama, 29, South Africa – Beauty Influencer – Industry: Content creation
- Koaile Monaheng, 29, Lesotho – Associate Director and Shareholder, Khantša Energy – Industry: Renewable Energy
- Lethabo ‘Focalistic’ Sebetso, 26, South Africa – Rapper – Industry: Music and Entertainment
- Mhlengi Mluleki Ngcobo, 28, South Africa – Founder and CEO, CoffeeMM – Industry: Agriculture
- Mohammed Kudus, 22, Ghana – Attacking midfielder for Eredivisie club Ajax and the Ghana national team – Industry: Professional Football
- Mutethia Mbaabu, 29, Kenya – Co-founder and CEO, MarketForce – Industry: E-Commerce
- Nompumelelo ‘Mpoomy’ Ledwaba, 29, South Africa – Entrepreneur/Digital Creator – Industry: Digital Marketing
- Oluwabusayo Victoria Abiri. 29, Nigeria – Founder and CEO, Koko By Khloe – Industry: Beauty and Skincare
- Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe / ‘Ayra Starr’, 20, Benin/Nigeria – Singer – Industry: Music and Entertainment
- Rosalia Nghitalesheni Joseph, 28, Namibia – Regional Coordinator, Women in Vector Control (WIVC), Central and Southern Africa – Industry: Medical entomologist/public researcher
- Sharva Hassamal, 29, Mauritius – Founder, Portage Labs – Industry: Information Technology
- Talifhani Tshitwamulomoni, 29, South Africa – Chief Operation Officer, Green Development Foundation – Industry: Sustainability
- Temilade Openiyi / ‘Tems’, 27, Nigeria – Singer-songwriter – Industry: Music and Entertainment
- Thembi Kgatlana, 26, South Africa – A Forward for NWSL club Racing Louisville FC and the South Africa women’s national team – Industry: Professional Football
- Yvette Ishimwe, 25, Rwanda – Founder and CEO, Iriba Water Group – Industry: Water Solutions
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