The Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICS) hosted its 30th Annual Dinner on Friday, 29th August 2025 at the Movenpick Hotel, Westlands, Nairobi. The event brought together members, fellows, industry leaders, partners and distinguished guests for an evening of celebration.
The evening officially opened with welcoming remarks from CS Joyce N. Mukururi, Chair of the Membership, Regulation and Advocacy (MRA) Committee.
Mrs. Hellen Chepkwony, CEO of KDIC, representing the event’s main sponsor, highlighted the importance of collaboration and professional excellence.
FCS Abdulwahid Aboo, Convener of the Fellows Steering Committee, reiterated the Committee’s commitment to professional growth and recognition.
FCS Jeremiah N. Karanja, MBS, Chief Executive Officer, led the recognition of sponsors, KDIC and Nation Media, the Chief Guest, FCS Hon. Justice Richard Mwongo and invited guests. He appreciated their role in advancing the profession.
The Institute’s Chairman, FCS Jacqueline Waihenya, further emphasized the Institute’s vision and the critical role members play in governance and leadership across sectors.
The keynote address was delivered by FCS Hon. Justice Richard Mwongo, who inspired the gathering with reflections on the evolving role of certified secretaries in nation-building, conflict of interest and how to avoid it with integrity.
A key highlight of the evening was the conferring of Awards of Commendation, Fellowship and Honorary Fellowship, recognizing outstanding members who have made exemplary contributions to the profession and society at large.
The awardees were as follows:
Fellowship:
1. FCS Anne Nelima Otunga
2. FCS Caroline Kioni
3. FCS Evans N. Moturi
4. FCS Fredrick Ambale
5. FCS Hesbon Were
6. FCS Kathryne Maundu
7. FCS Kennedy Ontiti
8. FCS Malachi Adedeh
9. FCS Nancy Kiruki
10. FCS Rosemary Barasa
Honorary Fellowship:
1. FCS Jonah Wala
Commendation:
1. CS Antony Opondo
2. CS Emily Onyango
3. CS Eric Sambu
4. CS Ibrahim Kitoo
5. CS Jane Florence Otieno
6. CS Jane S. Mwangi
7. CS Joyce Koech
8. CS Judy Olive Warui - Omurwa
9. CS Justus Ambutsi Wabuyabo
10. CS Kuria Kihara Waithaka
11. CS Lorna Nyandat
12. CS Madren Nduta Nderu
13. CS Simon Peter Kariuki
The 30th Annual Dinner was a true reflection of ICS’s commitment to excellence and the strengthening of networks within the governance and corporate secretarial profession.
