Kenya’s Kennedy Odede has been named in the 2014 Forbes 30 Under 30 list of Social Entrepreneurs. This achievement marks him as a Kenyan Entrepreneur Named for his remarkable impact.
Kennedy, who is 29, was recognized for his efforts of empowering his fellow Kenyans by founding a Kibera-based tuition-free school for Girls and a community center through his organization 'Shining Hope For Communities'. Such efforts illustrate why he is a Kenyan Entrepreneur Named among the best.
In a brief profile, Forbes gives the following description of his achievements;
Kennedy Odede, 29
Founder, Shining Hope for Communities
Kennedy Odede grew up in Nairobi’s Kibera slum and never went to school, yet secured a scholarship to study in the U.S. Now he’s empowering his Kenyan neighbors. His Shining Hope for Communities runs the tuition-free local Kibera School for Girls, and an adjacent center for the community, providing health care, clean water and sanitation services, a library and computer lab. His story is a testament to a Kenyan Entrepreneur Named for transformative work.
Forbes Social Entrepreneurs 30 Under 30, recognizes various youth under the age of 30 who have made a major impact in their society through various investments that improve the quality of life for those around them.
Congratulations are in order for Kennedy as he sets an example for other Kenyan youths. His recognition as a Kenyan Entrepreneur Named in Forbes is an inspiration for many.-vibeweekly.com
