Celebrating the pioneering LMG4NTD Class of 2026

Kikundi and Strathmore Business School celebrated the successful completion of the third cohort of the Leadership and Management (LMG) Program, bringing together 36 NTD program managers and members of their teams from across Africa.

Delivered entirely online by Strathmore Business School in partnership with Kikundi, the program aimed to strengthen participants' leadership and management skills and equip them with practical approaches to addressing challenges within their national NTD programs.

The virtual graduation ceremony, held on 8 October 2026, marked an important milestone for the participants, who completed the training while balancing their studies with the day-to-day responsibilities of managing and supporting their NTD programs.

A highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of participants' projects, which demonstrated how they intended to apply the knowledge and skills gained. These presentations provided an opportunity to share practical ideas and approaches to improving program management, leadership, and decision-making within their respective countries.

Dr. Piham Gnossike, Chair of Kikundi, joined the ceremony and congratulated the graduates on their achievements, recognizing their commitment to continued learning and professional development.

The graduation also highlighted the value of the ongoing partnership between Kikundi and Strathmore Business School in providing relevant professional development opportunities for NTD program managers and their teams.

As the third cohort completes its training, the focus now turns to putting these skills into practice. Kikundi looks forward to seeing how graduates apply their learning to strengthen program implementation, support their teams, and contribute to national efforts to control and eliminate NTDs across Africa.

Congratulations to all 36 graduates on this achievement!