There are moments when people gather, and something shifts.
That is what the Tuza Experience Nairobi became, not just a two-day event, but a living, breathing conversation about who we are, what we carry, and where we are going.
Day One: Conversations That Challenge and Connect
The room settled, conversations softened, and the session began with a quick introduction from Our Mc Rosemary Atema and later followed with the opening remarks from the CEO, Delight Fashion School. Mr. Saitoti Meitamei, setting the tone for what would become a deeply engaging and thought-provoking afternoon. What followed was not just a panel but it a space of honesty.
Moderated by Emmanuel Barakah, founder of Tuza, the discussion brought together diverse voices, each carrying a unique perspective yet speaking a shared language of purpose.
- Millicent Oluoch, a sustainable fashion designer, challenged us to rethink consumption and creativity through sustainability.
- Irondiah Anyona, a youth mentor and mental health advocate, opened up conversations around identity, masculinity, and the need to break silence.
- Magdaline Njeri, an esports professional, reminded us of the power of technology and strategic thinking in shaping youth futures.
- Ezra Muinde, a data scientist and AI educator, brought clarity to how African communities can own and shape technology.
- Peter Gachagui, an ICT professional and creative, bridged culture, technology, and heritage with a refreshing perspective.
The conversations were engaging, honest, and at times uncomfortable — but necessary.
Key Lessons from the Panel
- Healing begins when we allow ourselves to feel, not avoid.
- Identity is not always clear and that’s okay, it is a journey.
- Culture is not lost, it is waiting to be rediscovered and lived.
- Technology and AI must serve people, not replace human connection.
- Communities grow when conversations are real, not curated.
There was a shared realization in the room: we cannot build a future we do not understand.
Day Two: When Healing Looks Like Community
The rain came, and with it, a shift in plans. But sometimes, the most meaningful moments happen when things don’t go as expected. What was meant to be an outdoor gathering turned into an indoor picnic — more intimate, more present, more human. we shared meals, we laughed, we spoke, deeply.
The conversations moved from the stage into circles. From ideas into personal stories. From listening into feeling.We spoke about healing and hope, not as concepts, but as lived experiencesa and then, in a simple yet powerful moment, we cut a cake to commemorate the Tuza experience Nairobi, a reminder that even in serious conversations, there is space for joy, celebration, and togetherness.
A special thank you to Amondi Achola and Mary Hope from Delight Fashion School for this thoughtful gesture that brought warmth to the room.
A Collective Effort
The Tuza Experience Nairobi was made possible through collaboration and shared vision. We extend our appreciation to our partners:
- KNOB Digital
- Intentional Man
- Delight Fashion School
And to every individual who showed up, contributed, and engaged, we say thank you for being part of something meaningful
More Than a Moment
Tuza has never been just about events.
It is about creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and connected.
Nairobi reminded us of something important
people are ready for these conversations.
And this is only the beginning of restoring our Shared Future.
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