NAIROBI, KENYA (September 26, 2024) — World Resources Institute, Africa, is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr George Mwaniki as Country Representative for Kenya. In this role, George will lead strategy development, stakeholder management and coordination of WRI’s portfolio in Kenya. George will also continue as Head of Air Quality for WRI Africa, which is dedicated to improving air quality across the continent. 

“WRI is committed to deepening its presence in Africa for the long-term, so this is a powerful signal of that intentionality. We warmly welcome George, and under his leadership, we can look forward to deeper collaboration and partnership with a rich spectrum of stakeholders for delivering a sustainable future that centers nature, climate, and the Kenyan people.” 

Before joining WRI, Dr Mwaniki worked as a consultant on climate finance, supporting numerous institutions and countries across Africa, including Rwanda, Togo, Burundi, Kenya, Malawi, the DRC, Burkina Faso, Somalia, Zimbabwe, and Niger. George holds a PhD in Environmental Science (Atmospheric Sciences) from Washington State University, a Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Montana Tech of the University of Montana, and a BSc. in Environmental and Biosystems Engineering from the University of Nairobi.

“I am deeply honored to take on the role of Country Representative for WRI Kenya at such a critical time when the country is facing serious climate and development challenges. As we navigate these challenges of just transition, my commitment is to drive impactful change by fostering collaboration and innovations across the sectors in which we work. Together, we will build a future where people and nature thrive in harmony, ensuring that Kenya becomes a beacon of sustainable growth for the region and beyond.”

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