Our team

Meet the dedicated team driving AFJ's mission to empower freelance journalists across Kenya. Our leadership brings together decades of experience in investigative journalism, media training, and press freedom advocacy.

Winnie Kamau

President

Winnie Kamau

Editor, Data Journalist, and passionate advocate for press freedom. Winnie leads AFJ and trains journalists in data visualization, AI in journalism, and mapping. Former Governing Board Member of IATI and Vice Chair of Africa IGF MAG.

Henry Owino

Deputy President

Henry Owino

Freelance science journalist based in Nairobi with over 15 years of experience covering science, health, environment, and innovation. Henry translates complex research into engaging stories, contributing to local and international publications on climate change, public health, and sustainable development.

Mary Mwendwa

Treasurer

Mary Mwendwa

Award-winning investigative journalist, editor, and media trainer who empowers women in media and defends press freedom.

Gideon Mutembei

Secretary General

Gideon Mutembei

Dedicated freelance journalist passionate about field reporting and storytelling. Currently expanding skills in data journalism.