Judith Owigar

JuaKali Workforce and AkiraChix

Judith Owigar is the founder of Akirachix and JuaKali Workforce. Akirachix is a nonprofit that aims to inspire and develop a successful force of women in technology who will change Africa’s future. Founded in April 2010, AkiraChix aims to reach young women at different levels, from those in primary school to young professionals. JuaKali Workforce creates livelihood opportunities for youth working in Kenya’s informal sector and revolutionize standards of service quality for consumers. JuaKali connects skilled manual workers to clients on demand through an online environment. Judith continues to be a revolutionary in her field. In 2015, she was named an East Africa Acumen Fellow for her work.

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Portrait of a GroundBreaker: Judith Owigar