Our People

Restoring dignity and empowering ability across Africa.

Board of Directors

Strategic oversight and governance to ensure our mission remains sustainable and impactful.

Eugene Muchai, MCIM

Health Tech-Innovations and Entrepreneurship | Community Project Manager | Inclusion & Entrepreneurship Development Programs.

Eugene is a distinguished member of the Board, providing high-level strategic leadership focused on brand, culture, and social impact.

As a Chartered Marketer (MCIM) and an accomplished Culture Champion, Eugene bridges the gap between grassroots necessity and corporate excellence, ensuring that disability inclusion is recognized as a strategic priority in the 21st-century marketplace.

His role on the Board is centered on Strategic Governance and Leadership, specifically advising on how the Trust’s mission can be integrated into the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks of modern organizations. Eugene is instrumental in positioning disability inclusion within the "Social" (S) and "Governance" (G) pillars of corporate reporting.

Beyond strategy, Eugene serves as a Key Architect for Resource Mobilization. He leverages his extensive professional network within the corporate and social innovation sectors to identify diverse revenue streams and foster sustainable partnerships.

As a dedicated advocate for community engagement, Eugene also brings a wealth of experience from his work with organizations like Amref Health Africa, where he has focused on community management and professional mentorship. By championing continuous learning and career growth, he ensures that the Africa Ability Trust remains a source of inspiration.

Gideon Thuku

Co-Founder & Trustee

Gideon brings a combination of technical expertise in data science, social research, and economic policy to the leadership.

Holding a Bachelor Degree in Economics and Statistics, he provides the Board with a rigorous analytical foundation essential for addressing complex social and economic challenges. His professional background spans the intersection of technology and human insight, with specialized experience in AI Software Engineering and AI Operations.

His expertise in data is further grounded by extensive experience in Market and Social Research. Serving as a Field Researcher, Gideon has engaged directly with diverse communities to collect high-quality data for impactful studies. This role sharpened his ability to conduct surveys and interviews while maintaining strict protocols for accuracy.

As a skilled economist, multimedia creator and a devoted foster parent to children with disabilities, Gideon merges his technical proficiency in data and economics with lived empathy.

Dennis Karanja (Denno Music)

Disability Inclusion Advocate

Widely recognized as Denno, Dennis brings a powerful national voice and profound lived experience to the Board of Directors.

His journey from Thika High School for the Blind to becoming a celebrated gospel artist embodies the resilience the Trust champions. On the Board, he provides essential leadership for the "Social" (S) pillar of the Trust’s ESG framework, ensuring corporate disability inclusion moves beyond simple compliance toward a genuine culture of belonging.

As a primary ambassador, Denno uses his influential platform to shift the national narrative from "disability awareness" to "disability excellence". Beyond his advocacy, Denno serves as a strategic architect for the Trust, leveraging his extensive network in the media and entertainment sectors to foster sustainable corporate partnerships.

He is also a Co-Founder of Amani Gold, a key strategic partner of Africa Ability Trust. This collaborative leadership strengthens the shared mission to provide opportunities rather than sympathy, ensuring that individuals with disabilities have the tools to build a lasting legacy of dignity.

Executive Management Team

Driving our daily operations and program implementation.

Beryl Lung'ayi Ogutu

Co-Founder & Executive Director

A visionary special needs educator whose dedication to inclusive excellence gave birth to Africa Ability Trust.

She holds a Bachelor of Education in Special Needs (Visually Impaired) from Moi University and is professionally proficient in both Kenyan Sign Language and Braille. Her extensive professional portfolio spans inclusive teaching, high-level disability advocacy, and strategic government service, including roles at NCPWD and KISE.

Beyond her technical expertise, Beryl’s leadership is deeply informed by her role as a dedicated foster parent to children with disabilities. This lived experience provides her with a unique perspective on the complexities of inclusive care. At the heart of the Executive Management Team, she combines her background in performing arts and community engagement to champion a culture where every person is valued.

Purity Ngyema

Programs Manager

Purity's deep-rooted passion for community service drives the organization’s mission forward.

With a heart for advocacy, she works tirelessly to support persons with disabilities and their families. Her leadership is defined by a commitment to grassroots engagement, where she transforms vision into action by fostering strong relationships within the community.

Beyond her administrative expertise, Purity brings a specialized creative and technical background to her work, with professional expertise in Textile and Interior Design and Clothing Textiles. She masterfully blends these talents with her role, particularly through her leadership in the AMAI Collection, utilizing her deep knowledge of design to ensure every product is a testament to high-quality craftsmanship and dignity.

Joyce Adhiambo

Head of Sewing Programs

Joyce is a cornerstone of our leadership, focusing on economic empowerment and vocational training.

Joyce leads the technical instruction for the AMAI Collection, overseeing the production of high-quality handcrafted textiles. Her leadership is deeply personal and rooted in lived experience as a mother of two children who are deaf. This firsthand understanding drives her commitment to creating inclusive workspaces.

She specializes in bridging communication gaps and fostering an environment where caregivers can gain financial independence. Through her expertise in Clothing Textiles and Sewing, Joyce ensures that every item meets professional standards, proving that disability in a family is not a barrier to productivity, creativity, or leadership.