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Death – Obituary News : Njeri Rionge, the co-founder of Wananchi Online and a celebrated techpreneur, has passed away. She played a vital role in building Wananchi Group, the parent company of Zuku, into East Africa’s leading pay-TV, broadband Internet, and VoIP services firm. Her death is a great loss to the tech industry.
Sad news about passing of the brilliant Njeri Rionge celebrated techpreneur, who co-founded Wananchi Online in 1999, and built it into the Wananchi Group, Zuku’s parent company, and East Africa’s leading pay-TV, broadband Internet, and VoIP services firm. https://t.co/wb1uUfD8u7
— Mũthoni Mũrĩu (@jmmuriu) October 4, 2023
Sad news has emerged of the untimely passing of Njeri Rionge, the brilliant techpreneur who co-founded Wananchi Online in 1999. Rionge, a visionary in the field of technology and entrepreneurship, played a pivotal role in transforming Wananchi Online into the Wananchi Group, the parent company of Zuku, East Africa’s leading pay-TV, broadband Internet, and VoIP services firm.
Born and raised in Kenya, Rionge’s passion for technology and innovation began at an early age. With a strong desire to make a difference in her community, she pursued a degree in Computer Science at the University of Nairobi. It was during her time at university that she recognized the immense potential of the internet and its ability to revolutionize the way people connect and communicate.
In 1999, Rionge, along with a team of like-minded individuals, founded Wananchi Online with the aim of bridging the digital divide in East Africa. Under her leadership, the company rapidly grew and evolved, becoming a driving force in the region’s telecommunications industry. Wananchi Group’s flagship brand, Zuku, became synonymous with high-quality and affordable entertainment and communication services.
Rionge’s entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering determination earned her numerous accolades and recognition throughout her career. She was a trailblazer for women in the male-dominated tech industry, breaking barriers and inspiring countless individuals to pursue their dreams fearlessly. Her impact extended far beyond the business world, as she actively mentored and empowered aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly women, to achieve their full potential.
Beyond her professional achievements, Rionge will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and infectious enthusiasm. She was deeply committed to giving back to her community and championing social causes. Her philanthropic efforts helped improve the lives of many, leaving a lasting legacy of compassion and empathy.
The news of Njeri Rionge’s passing has sent shockwaves through the tech and business communities in East Africa and beyond. Her contributions to the region’s technology sector will be sorely missed, but her legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. As we mourn the loss of this remarkable individual, let us celebrate her life and the remarkable impact she had on the world..
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@jmmuriu said Sad news about passing of the brilliant Njeri Rionge celebrated techpreneur, who co-founded Wananchi Online in 1999, and built it into the Wananchi Group, Zuku’s parent company, and East Africa’s leading pay-TV, broadband Internet, and VoIP services firm. citizen.digital/news/njeri-rio…
