At the intersection of technology and social justice stands Angela Oduor Lungati, a Kenyan technologist whose career is rooted in using digital tools for real-world impact.
As the Executive Director of Ushahidi, Angela leads one of the world’s most recognized platforms for crowdsourced crisis mapping. From monitoring elections to tracking disasters and public health emergencies, Ushahidi has empowered people globally to raise their voices, report incidents, and shape solutions — all in real time.
Angela’s journey into tech began with a deep desire to create opportunities for others, especially women. She co-founded AkiraChix, a pioneering organization aimed at building a strong network of female tech talent in Africa. Through coding bootcamps, mentorship, and community programs, AkiraChix equips young women with the skills and confidence to enter and thrive in the male-dominated tech industry.
For Angela, technology is not just a career — it’s a tool for empowerment, representation, and equity.
Her leadership goes far beyond boardrooms and speaking panels. Angela has been instrumental in expanding Ushahidi’s global footprint while staying true to its open-source roots. Under her guidance, the platform has become more accessible and adaptable for grassroots users — from youth organizers in Kenya to human rights activists in Myanmar. She understands the power of local voices and builds tools that amplify them on a global scale.
Angela’s work isn’t without challenges.
Breaking barriers in both tech and leadership, she has often had to prove herself in spaces where few African women are seen. But rather than retreat, she has used these obstacles as fuel. Her calm resolve, strategic vision, and unwavering belief in inclusion have turned skepticism into solidarity — and have paved the way for more women to step forward, code, and lead.
Today, Angela Oduor Lungati is more than a tech executive. She’s a movement-builder, an advocate for digital rights, and a mentor to the next generation. Whether she’s launching a new digital platform or mentoring girls at a community center, Angela is laying the foundation for a more inclusive digital future — one where African women don’t just use technology, but shape it.
