Gender-based violence is more than acts of physical harm—it's a reflection of the systems, beliefs, and inequalities that shape our society.

In this episode of Njeri Talks, Njeri Migwi, Founder of Usikimye, shares insights from years of working alongside survivors of gender-based violence. Together, we explore why many survivors struggle to leave, the rise of femicide, the role of culture and religion, institutional accountability, and what it will take to build a society where women and girls are truly safe.

We discuss:

• The broad definition of gender-based violence
• Why survivors don't "just leave"
• Femicide and violence against women in Kenya
• Culture, religion, and patriarchal norms
• The role of the police, courts, and government institutions
• Safe houses and survivor support
• What meaningful change looks like

This is a conversation about justice, accountability, and the collective responsibility to build systems that protect the most vulnerable.

Need help: Usikimye's helpline is 0800 000 0009.

Not every successful career starts with a plan.

In this episode of Njeri Talks, Tom Gitogo, Group Managing Director and CEO of Britam Holdings PLC, shares how an unexpected opportunity at PwC led him from studying civil engineering to leading one of East Africa's largest financial services groups.

Together, Njeri and Tom explore the role of curiosity in career growth, leading through change, building high-performing teams, and why culture and communication are at the heart of every successful organisation. They also discuss Britam's growth strategy, the future of insurance in Africa, and how AI is transforming customer experience.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why "an accident that found me ready" changed Tom's life.
• The importance of curiosity over having everything figured out.
• How to build trust and culture as a leader.
• Lessons from working in Kenya and the UK.
• Why strategy only works when everyone understands it.
• How AI is reshaping financial services.
• The future of insurance and innovation across Africa.

Whether you're an aspiring leader, entrepreneur, or professional looking to grow your career, this conversation is full of practical insights and timeless leadership lessons.

She walked into court holding her 3 month old daughter.

She walked out in handcuffs.

No evidence. No witnesses. Sentenced anyway.

And from inside Langata Women's Maximum Prison, her own lawyer told her he had been working with the prosecution the entire time.

Teresa Njoroge was eventually vindicated by the court of appeal.

But the job market never got that memo.

In Part 2 of this conversation, Teresa covers the sentencing, life inside Langata, the lawyer's betrayal, the long road to appeal — and why she used all of it to found Clean Start Africa.

She also breaks down why 76% of Kenya's prisoners

shouldn't be there in the first place — and what

it will actually take to change that.

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In this episode:

— The judgment that changed everything

— Life inside Langata Women's Maximum Prison

— The lawyer who was working against her

— The appeal and what it actually cost her

— Vindicated but still unemployable

— Founding Clean Start Africa

— Colonial laws still criminalising Kenyans today

— Her message to anyone caught in the system

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Njeri Talks is a Kenyan podcast hosted by Njeri Wagacha

that goes deep on the business, law, and policy stories

shaping everyday Kenyan life.

New episodes every month. Follow so you never miss one.

What happens when the system designed to protect you is the one that destroys you?

Teresa Njoroge was a premier relationship banker at the height of her career when a

9.9 million shilling fraudulent transaction — one she didn't commit — changed her life

forever. What followed was arrest, termination, Langata Women's Maximum Prison, bribe

demands, a lawyer working against her, and a magistrate who sentenced her anyway.

After nearly five years navigating Kenya's criminal justice system, Teresa was fully

vindicated. And instead of walking away, she built Clean Start Africa — an organisation

working to rehabilitate offenders, protect children of incarcerated parents, and remove

colonial-era laws that are still sending vulnerable Kenyans to prison today.

In this conversation, Teresa and Njeri cover:

— The fraudulent transaction that ended her banking career

— Being handpicked to "carry the cross" for the bank

— Life inside Langata Women's Maximum Prison

— The bribe demands at every stage of the process

— How she rebuilt after vindication — with nothing

— Why 76% of Kenya's prisoners are there for petty offenses

— The colonial laws still criminalising poverty in Kenya

— What Clean Start Africa is doing to change the system

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Njeri Talks is a Kenyan podcast hosted by Njeri Wagacha covering business, law, and

policy — with the conversations Kenyans actually need to be having.

New episodes every [cadence]. Follow so you never miss one.

What is really happening to the rule of law in Kenya?

In this powerful episode of Njeri Talks, we sit down with LSK President Charles Kanjama to unpack some of the most urgent legal and societal issues facing the country today.

From abductions and constitutional violations to corruption within systems, Kanjama speaks candidly about the gaps between law and reality — and what must change.

We also go beyond the headlines:

• The role of faith and ethics in professional life
• Why corruption persists despite a “religious” society
• The future of the legal profession in Kenya
• How technology and AI will reshape legal practice
• What real reform in the justice system should look like

This is not just a conversation for lawyers — it’s for every Kenyan who cares about justice, accountability, and the future of the country.

🎙️ If you’ve ever asked “Is the system working for us?” — this episode is for you.

What if the thing that changes your life… isn’t part of the plan?

In this episode, we sit down with Emily Chepkor, founder of We Run Nairobi—a community that began with just three people and has grown into a powerful movement bringing together hundreds across the city every weekend.

Emily shares her journey from growing up in Kapsabet to pursuing law, and how life took an unexpected turn into endurance running, community building, and entrepreneurship. What started as a simple idea—“show up and run together”—quickly became something much bigger.

We explore:

• The reality of leaving behind a traditional career path.
• How We Run Nairobi grew organically without marketing.
• The role of community in a fast-paced, often disconnected city.
• Why running is less about fitness and more about identity and belonging.
• The challenges of scaling something that was never meant to be a business.
• And how Emily is now navigating leadership, influence, and impact.

This conversation is about reinvention, taking risks, and building something meaningful—without having all the answers.

Why does the Kenyan economy look good on paper but feel so tough in our pockets? In this episode, we sit down with Julians Amboko, the face of NTV’s Business Redefined and one of Kenya’s most trusted economic voices.

Julians takes us behind the scenes of his transition from transaction advisory to journalism and breaks down the most pressing financial issues of 2026. We discuss:

• The Macro-Micro Paradox: Why a 5% GDP growth isn't reaching your wallet.

• The Tax Trap: What the gig economy needs to know about KRA’s latest moves.

• Budget 2026/27: Navigating the 4.7 trillion KSh budget and the rise of "hidden" levies.

• Lessons from Abroad: What Kenya can learn from India’s digital payment revolution.

  What's your biggest concern regarding the 2026 Budget? Let us know in the comments!

  
  

How do you stay calm when 90% of your company goes on strike?

Today’s guest, Thibault Flichy, has navigated military discipline, the high-stakes energy sector across Africa, and now leads the charge for French-Kenyan business relations. He joins Njeri Wagacha to discuss his "people-first" philosophy, why he reads the Bible for business lessons, and how Total Energies is transforming from a traditional oil company into a multi-fuel innovation hub.

If you are a leader looking for a fresh perspective on resilience and empowering teams, this episode is for you.

Africa is brimming with ideas and talent—but why do so many startups still struggle to succeed? In this episode of Njeri Talks, we sit down with Tonee Ndungu, entrepreneur, investor, and thought leader, to unpack the biggest challenges facing African startups today. From funding gaps and market barriers to mindset and execution, Tonee shares insights from his journey, what he’s learned supporting founders, and practical advice for anyone looking to build in Africa.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, investor, or simply curious about the African startup ecosystem, this conversation is full of valuable lessons and eye-opening perspectives.

Tune in to learn:

• The hidden reasons startups fail in Africa

• How founders can navigate funding and market challenges

• Tonee’s advice for turning ideas into sustainable businesses

🎧 Listen now and get inspired to think bigger, smarter, and bolder.

What does it take to lead one of the world's largest energy companies across multiple African markets — and do it with optimism?

In this episode, host Njeri Wagacha sits down with Thibault Flichy, Chair of French Chamber of Commerrce and MD of Total Energies Kenya. We explore his remarkable journey from a French military upbringing to boardrooms across Burkina Faso, Senegal, Morocco, and now Nairobi.

They discuss Kenya's unique business climate, Total Energies' bold sustainability bets — including 3,000 EV battery swaps per day — and what it really means to bridge French and Kenyan business communities.

Whether you're in business, energy, or simply love a great leadership story, this one's for you.

"Life is beautiful." — Thibault Flichy