Start Walking Foundation

Meet Our Team

Passionate individuals driving the mission of Start Walking Foundation Africa.

Collins Junior Otieno

Executive Director & Founder

A visionary leader dedicated to empowering underserved but talented children through mentorship, education, and community impact programs.

Rawlings Ambani Opeywa

Managing Director

Provides strategic direction and ensures effective governance for SWF’s transformative initiatives.

Reghan O. Kabach

Finance & Governance Officer

Ensures transparency, accountability, and sound financial management within SWF’s programs.

Wyclif O. Anyona

Communications & Marketing Officer

Leads branding and outreach, amplifying SWF’s mission across communities and digital platforms.

Lora Nabwala

Programs Lead

Develops and leads design and delivery of impactful programs that provide underprivileged students with resources to unlock their potential and pursue brighter futures.

Emmanuella Joel

Programs Associate

Oversees the design and delivery of impactful programs that transform lives and communities.

Manuela Adikinyi

Research Lead

Drives evidence-based solutions and thought leadership through impactful research initiatives.

Levis O. Rabah

Technical Lead

Leads technical operations, ensuring SWF’s digital platforms and tools are innovative and reliable.

Antony Akollo

Research Associate

Supports knowledge generation and analysis to strengthen SWF’s advocacy and impact strategies.

Sammy Nyondo

Research Associate

Works on evidence-driven projects that inform SWF’s policy and program design.

Henry Okoth Ochieng

Research Associate

Focused on knowledge creation and grassroots impact assessment to ensure community-centered solutions.