Benson Mwangi

Benson Mwangi is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in agricultural development, youth engagement, and leadership training. Currently serving as an Impact Makers Advisory Board Member at Digital Opportunity Trust since March 2024, Benson has been an Agripreneur at the Kenya Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development since January 2016. As a Youth Program Consultant for the Agriculture Sector Development Support Program (ASDSP Nyeri), Benson mobilized and trained over 2000 farmers to develop business plans and engage in digital marketing, leading to significant increases in registrations on marketing platforms. Additionally, Benson founded and coordinates the FANIKISHA NDOTO YOUTH INITIATIVE, and is a Fellow at the YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa. With a background that includes roles such as Senior Project Coordinator at the Ministry of Public Service, Youth & Gender Affairs, and Youth Policy Advisor at Digital Opportunity Trust, alongside an academic foundation in Enterprise Management from Karatina University, Benson demonstrates a robust commitment to community development and youth empowerment.