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Nanjala-Nyabola

Nanjala Nyabola

Class of 2014
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Writer, Researcher and Political Analyst

Nanjala Nyabola is a Kenyan essayist, whose work focuses on society, politics, technology, international law, and feminism through her insightful writings. Her academic journey includes studies in political science, migration, law, and African studies. Her diverse educational background reflects her interdisciplinary approach to understanding and addressing complex societal issues. Nyabola’s thought-provoking articles and op-eds in esteemed publications such as The Guardian, Al Jazeera, the Financial Times, and Foreign Affairs challenge con-ventional narratives and offer modern perspectives on global affairs.

As a prolific speaker, she has lectured at universities worldwide, fo-cusing on African politics, migration, feminism, and digital rights. Nyabola’s critically acclaimed books, including Digital Democracy, Analogue Politics: How the Internet Era is Transforming Politics in Kenya, demonstrate her deep insight into the intersection of technology and governance in Africa. She serves on the boards of numerous organisations worldwide. Through her work, Nyabola strives to em-power marginalised voices and promote social justice on the continent and beyond.