Dr. James Mwangi, Managing Director and CEO of Equity Group, has emphasised the crucial importance of digital literacy and future-ready skills in shaping the next generation of leaders.
In recent addresses at Alliance High School and The Kenya High School, Dr Mwangi passionately urged young Kenyans to embrace technology as a transformative force for individual and societal advancement.
Dr. Mwangi’s engagements began at Alliance High School’s Prize Giving Day, celebrating the school’s top national ranking in the 2024 KCSE.
Addressing the students, Dr. Mwangi highlighted Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a “game-changing force” capable of solving complex challenges and improving systems.
He delivered a powerful call to action, saying that AI may not replace humans, but individuals skilled in AI will undoubtedly replace those who are not.
“In the near future, AI will become a fundamental competency required across nearly every profession,” he said.
The CEO also emphasised the importance of students becoming creators and innovators, urging them to focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects.
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Alliance High’s Chief Principal, David Chomba, commended Equity Group’s initiatives, including Wings to Fly, the Equity Leaders Program, and the pre-university initiative, stating that through these flagship initiatives, they have reached thousands of families and supported learners from school through to the workforce.
“We also deeply appreciate the Equity Leaders Programme. Thank you for inspiring our children to become impactful contributors to society,” Chomba said.
Continuing his outreach, Dr. Mwangi addressed over 1,500 students at The Kenya High School during their annual Prize Giving Day, where he broadened his message to include the cultivation of diverse digital skills for global competitiveness.
“Technology is reshaping every sector of the economy. Learn skills such as coding, data analysis, and digital communication. These will set you apart and open doors to emerging job markets,” he advised the students.
He also challenged the girls to strive to be “women of substance in society” and congratulated the award recipients, including 69 students who scored Grade A in the KCSE exams.
Dr. Mwangi consistently stressed the importance of hard work, resilience, and self-belief, urging students to set clear goals and take purposeful actions.
The Kenya High School Chief Principal, Virginia Wahome, expressed profound gratitude for Dr. Mwangi’s contributions, acknowledging the life-changing opportunities provided through the Wings to Fly program.
She urged beneficiaries to make the most of this chance.
Across both institutions, Dr. Mwangi, who also serves as the Executive Chairman of the Equity Group Foundation, reiterated the necessity of developing critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and digital literacy.
He encouraged students to nurture these skills by asking meaningful questions and seeking thoughtful solutions, while also embracing adaptability and a mindset of lifelong learning.
The CEO is a globally respected thought leader, frequently invited to inspire students worldwide at institutions such as Lagos Business School, MIT, Harvard, Columbia, IESE, and Stanford.
Through programmes like Wings to Fly and the Equity Leaders Program, he has empowered over 60,000 underprivileged students with education and mentorship, demonstrating the role of education in driving socio-economic change, shaping leaders, and uplifting communities.
By Felix Wanderi
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