So why do I choose to work on this vision that’s LLA? It’s simple, I believe that it is my responsibility and the responsibility of every other person who has been blessed by this Continent to not only engage but give the best of themselves. Is it possible to be a banker and still bless others? a resounding yes, but for now the work is too great for both to co-exist well. Our Continent is on its knees, in need of a new generation of African Leaders and Entrepreneurs.
The Talented Tenth
One of the books that impacts my thoughts on the why question, is ‘talented tenth’ by W.E.B DuBois, which shares great insights with the community of Black Americans.
I dare believe these powerful statements in the book; coupled with a strong conviction in God’s Hand in all I do (and lots of evidence to support His Hand in my life}, I choose to do the impossible, to walk on the seas of my day. And while this vision is one for years to come, each day I see it is already bearing fruit.
I work with young people who’s thought processes are greatly impacted by LLA, I see young people who are starting initiatives that will solve a problem in this Continent, I see young people who as they enter the marketplace, they are an asset to work with as they not only have the skills, but the heart of great leaders. And because of what I see, I ask God to fan this flame.
My conviction is that one day I will still greatly influence the banking sector. I believe that God does not waste any opportunities and experiences. However, for now, my responsibility is to invest in the next generation of African leaders, a responsibility that I take very seriously. This conviction is not just for a few but for all the ‘Talented Tenth of Africa’.
You are the talented tenth
A couple of weeks ago a friend of mine living in UK asked us to organise a High Schoolers Experience for students in her village. It was such an eye-opening Experience. In two days we saw students who had not been exposed to any opportunity outside their village open up, we saw how they had become a pillar in just 2 days!
As we came back to Nairobi we were convinced that God is calling us is to do County Experiences for High Schoolers, the need is immense. We the Talented Tenth must engage with this need. You maybe unable to mentor the high school students in your village, but you definitely can sponsor us to do it. Can we think about our Counties, the villages we came from and can we raise the next generation of the village leaders? You cannot stop working for the bank but you definitely can take a young student through an Experience that raises them into leaders. We invite you to partner with us to deliver this vision.
Esther Mwaniki, Founder – Lapid Leaders Africa
