This archive report was first published on 20 December 2019.
On December 27, 2019, the world will witness the 2019 Global Citizen Prize ceremony, televised on MTV Africa.
Among the finalists is Kenya's Education Cabinet Secretary, George Magoha, who has been shortlisted for the Global Citizen of the Year Award.
The award honours an individual who has demonstrated exceptional and sustained impact towards the goal of ending extreme poverty.
Prof Magoha's nomination is a testament to his commitment in building and strengthening institutions.
During his tenure at the University of Nairobi, he increased the institution's research fund tenfold, securing $2.41 million.
Part of the fund was used to build a research laboratory for communicable diseases, a significant milestone in the institution's history.
At the Kenya National Exam Council, Prof Magoha implemented reforms that stopped endemic corruption in national exams and restored credibility in the education system.
His success in bringing systemic change to Kenya's healthcare and education sectors has earned him recognition globally.
The organizing team noted that his good management practices stand out and have achieved incredible results.
