Our Team
Joe Alex Olang'
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He’s served and volunteered at various organizations like YALDA Africa, KMET, NYARWEK, while benchmarking at institutions like PULSE (Pittsburgh), reflecting his dedication to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
He’s been featured by Ndarama Works and Catalyze, Parents Magazine Africa, BBC Global Qu, Scarlet Magazine Kenya, and POSITIVESTORIES.ORG. He’s an Earthshot Prize nominee 2025, a Ford Philanthropy Mobility Fellow 2025, the FESTAC; Women Summit Award 2024 winner, a YALI 100 champion, showcased M-Kliniki at Africa Tech Festival 2024, Cape Town-South Africa. FOYA Awards nominee 2024, and a Recoupling Award Nominee 2024. A Mandela Washington Fellowship (2022) alumnus, a Gender Equity in Entrepreneurship – Acumen (2021/2022) alumnus, a Digital Opportunity (2020/2021) alumnus, a YALI RLC EA (2019) alumnus, a Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship (2020) alumnus, and an ILDP (2021) alumnus.
Joel holds a BA degree in International Relations and Diplomacy with IT, from Maseno University (Kenya). He did his Professional Studies at Northwestern University (Chicago) courtesy of the Mandela Washington Fellowship sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
Marie Ndoe Mwamtigino
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Her tireless efforts in providing psychosocial support and her unwavering commitment as a Human Rights Defender truly set her apart.
Marie’s educational journey has given her skills in Business Administration from KCA College. Her belief in equal opportunity and accountability is at the core of her work. She firmly advocates for the integration of Science and Technology to enhance daily healthcare service access and information dissemination, especially at the grassroots level.
Marie is a collaborative spirit who understands the importance of sustainability. She is a seasoned expert in working with various organizations, from Civil Society to Government bodies, and like-minded organizations in both the Private and Public sectors. Her proficiency extends to areas such as Franchising, Prototyping, and Community Mapping.
Adaptable and highly skilled in communication and IT, Marie plays a pivotal role in Urban Tech For Hope’s administrative and management operations. With over a decade and a half of dedicated community service, both in Kenya (Kisumu and Mombasa) and Tanzania (Morogoro town), she brings warmth, people-centered counseling, and rehabilitation expertise to the forefront.
Austine Wanga
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Throughout his career, Wanga has served as a service provider and HIV clinical mentor under the International Centre for Aids Care and Treatment Program. He has received specialized training in the clinical management of HIV, leadership, and management in health, global mental health, and basic addiction science.
Wanga’s expertise extends beyond clinical care, as he has been actively involved in prevention and gender-based violence (GBV) response activities, representing LVCT Health at the Kisumu County Gender Technical Working Group and coordinating LGBTIQ activities in the Western Region.
Currently, Wanga is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management at Kenya Methodist University, further enhancing his knowledge and skills to contribute to the development of sustainable healthcare solutions. His dedication to improving the lives of those affected by HIV and other health issues, combined with his passion for technology and innovation, makes Austine Wanga an invaluable asset to Urban Tech For Hope Ltd., and the communities it serves.
Faith Liz Mbiwa
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Faith specializes in designing, implementing, and optimizing programs and M&E frameworks that are practical and impact-oriented. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Research and Public Policy. She brings in a unique blend of leadership, Community Development, Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and in-depth knowledge in research and policy development.