Prof. Joseph Abuya
Chair of the Board
Chair of the Board
Prof. Joseph Mochama Abuya is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Radiology and Imaging at Moi University, Eldoret, and a leading scholar in health systems strengthening. Passionate about foundational learning and child development, he connects strong, accessible health systems with children’s learning and wellbeing. His research on children’s imaging and health informs early detection and care across the region, shaping policy, practice and the next generation of professionals.
Board Secretary
Elisha Caleb leads Blooming World Internarional with a clear mission: equipping every child and young person, especially those furthest behind, with the skills to learn, live well and earn a dignified living. Drawing on more than one decade of work across Africa, he is a leading voice on foundational learning who turns rigorous evidence into measurable impact. He champions data-driven approaches, digital literacy and emerging tools like AI to reach children at scale, and partners with governments and funders to shape public policy from early childhood onward. Elisha Caleb holds a Masters in Public Policy and Management from Strathmore University, Nairobi.
Board Member
Linda Warnier is an AU-EU policy professional and research coordinator with 17years around the European Commission, the OECD and, since 2022, UCLouvain. Trained as a lawyer in international economic law, she brings expertise in AI governance,education, impact evaluation and European research funding to advance responsible innovation, strong partnerships and lasting institutional growth.
Board Member
Dr. Simon Nyaga Mwendia is Dean of the School of Technology and a Senior Lecturer at KCA University. He holds a Masters in Information Systems (Artificial Intelligence) and a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Nairobi, having studied in Germany under an in-country DAAD scholarship during his doctoral work. A published scholar in data science, AI and mobile learning, he brings technical expertise and leadership to advancing quality education, innovation and lasting institutional growth.
Board Member
Judith Mukiri is a Business and Strategic Management Expert, Strategic Finance Executive Strengthening Institutional Governance, finance leader and qualified accountant (CPA, ICPAK) with over 14 years’ strategic and operational finance experience across the non-profit and international education sector. A trusted financial adviser to senior leadership and boards, he brings deep expertise in budgeting and long-term financial planning, audit and statutory compliance, grants finance, risk and controls, and the responsible use of technology and AI to strengthen finance functions. Her command of both UK charity governance and East African non-profit regulation makes him a valued steward of accountability and sustainable growth. She is committed to strengthening mission-driven institutions that expand access to quality education with confidence.