Wanjira Mathai — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as Managing Director for Africa and Global Partnerships at the World Resources Institute.
Is the Chairperson of the Wangari Maathai Foundation.
Previously served as Executive Director of the Green Belt Movement, founded by her mother, Wangari Maathai.
Advocates for social and environmental change, including climate change, sustainable energy, and landscape restoration, for over 20 years.
Recognized as one of the 100 Most Influential Africans by New African magazine in 2018, 2020, and 2021.
Holds a Master of Public Health and a Master of Business Administration from Emory University, and a biology degree from Hobart and William Smith Colleges.

Biography

Wanjira Mathai is a Kenyan environmentalist and activist, currently serving as Managing Director for Africa and Global Partnerships at the World Resources Institute, based in Nairobi, Kenya. In this role, she provides strategic leadership in Africa, working to catalyze inclusive economic transformation for people and landscapes.