Top Kenyan female rally driver Sheghu earns place among Africa’s 100 Most Influential Women

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 18 – Veteran Kenyan female rally driver Pauline Sheghu has been named among Africa’s 100 Most Influential Women for 2026 ahead of the fifth African Women Awards, scheduled for November 20 in Nairobi. Sheghu, who serves as Corporate Communications Manager at the Geothermal Development Company (GDC), was recognised for her leadership, achievements and contributions to Africa’s growth and development. She will receive a commemorative plaque and certificate during the prestigious red-carpet gala ceremony. Speaking after the recognition, Sheghu dedicated the honour to women w...

Sheghu, who serves as Corporate Communications Manager at the Geothermal Development Company (GDC), was recognised for her leadership, achievements and contributions to Africa’s growth and development.

She will receive a commemorative plaque and certificate during the prestigious red-carpet gala ceremony.

Speaking after the recognition, Sheghu dedicated the honour to women who dare to dream, challenge the status quo and create opportunities for others to succeed.

“I am deeply honoured and humbled by this recognition as one of Africa’s 100 Most Influential Women at the 5th African Women Awards Kenya 2026. My sincere appreciation goes to the Executive Directors, Board of Directors, and Conveners for this prestigious recognition,” Sheghu said.

Source: Capital FM Sports