Board of Trustees
Founder and Managing Partner at Roha, a greenfield investment company focused on East Africa. Roha invests and develops new companies by leading greenfield projects from origination to exit.
Partner at MMAN Advocates heading its Commercial and Projects practice groups. Over 12 years’ experience in commercial and corporate lawWaringa is also a board member of PharmAccess Foundation.
Advisory Board
Anne Miltenburgjoins our Advisory Board to strengthen our brand and direct our work increasing both reach and impact. Anne is an award winning brand developer specialising in brands for social change. After a storied career at agencies such as Studio Dumbar and Interbrand in Europe and South-East Asia, she founded BrandTheChange.org in Nairobi, an educational company that trains social entrepreneurs to build stronger brands to accelerate change. She is the author of Brand The Change and creator of the Brand Thinking Canvas. Her brand building tools are in use by more than 10,000 people across four continents.
Founders
Angela is one of Kenya’s leading publishers of African literature. From 2008 to 2017, she was the executive director of East Africa’s leading literary organization, Kwani Trust, where she published Africa’s leading literary and award-winning voices including Chimamanda Adichie, Binyavanga Wainaina, Nuruddin Farah, Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor and Ayobami Adebayo. Wachuka served as secretary to a national film committee appointed by Kenya’s Ministry of Sports, Culture and the Arts in 2017 to align proposed film legislation with sectoral needs. She is currently Secretary of Wabunii Sacco, a savings and credit organisation providing financial inclusion and solutions to Kenya’s creative sector.
Wanjiru Koinange is a writer, restorer of libraries and entrepreneur from Nairobi, Kenya. Her debut novel, The Havoc of Choice, based on the events surrounding the 2007 Kenyan general election is currently a national bestseller. Her writing has also been published in several journals and magazines across the continent including Chimurenga, SlipNet and Commonwealth Writers where she served as a cultural correspondent for East and Southern Africa. Prior to Book Bunk, Wanjiru explored ways in which art and creative production could be used to influence social change. These efforts were channelled through the Cape Town-based non-profit, Africa Centre, where she managed some of their core programs, and continues to be an interest of Wanjiru’s.
core Team
Dennis Maina is a Digital life coordinator at Book Bunk. I studied Information technology and cybersecurity. Before Book Bunk I worked with a recycling startup and health insurance firm in various roles. I am involved in supporting day to day running of technology equipment and ensuring Book Bunk stays up to date with changing IT trends. During my free time you can catch me binge watching the latest tech releases , DIY videos and taking care of my pets.
Evelyne Wangeci is a graduate of International Relations and Diplomacy with keen interest in Sustainable Development. At Book Bunk, I am the Administration Coordinator where I provide support in running the day to day activities across the different departments. I enjoy playing my part working with the team to realise the different goals and targets that contribute to the achievement of Book Bunk’s vision. When I’m not at work I’m hanging out with friends and family, binge watching a show or experimenting with cooking recipes.
Lydia Mumbi, works as a Library Operations Coordinator. My role is to oversee the day to day operations of the Kaloleni, Eastlands( Makadara) and McMillan Libraries. I love that I am part of building something greater than myself. That generations to come will see and learn their African heritage and culture. I enjoy writing and listening to music and spending time with family.
Marianne is a Literature and Political Science graduate, and the proud mother of a little girl. She is dedicated to creating memorable event experiences which create a better environment for future generations. She is also passionate about books because, “There’s nothing a book cannot solve.” When she isn’t planning and managing Book Bunk’s events and programmes, she spends her free time reading, singing, and playing with her daughter.
Marion Anvango is the acquisitions coordinator at Book Bunk incharge of curating and managing collections in the libraries. A professed literature enthusiast, I am especially passionate about African literature and really enjoy curating for the libraries, a collection that captures indigenous African knowledge. Away from work, you can catch me reading books, learning and trying out different art projects.
I am Maureen Mumbua, the Digitisation Co-ordinator at Book Bunk. My work involves leading Book Bunk’s efforts in safeguarding the precious, one of a kind records of photographs, newspapers, etc housed at McMillan Memorial Library by converting them into digital format for their long term preservation. Interacting with history and culture, especially Kenyan, from such a close range has been immensely fulfilling.
I am Trevas Matathia, Communications Coordinator at Book Bunk. I am a graduate anthropologist from the University of Nairobi with a keen interest in culture and its intersectionality with space. My job at Book Bunk allows me to meet a lot of people on the tours and explore new ideas and world views, an element of my work that I really enjoy. Besides this I am an avid lover of motorsport.
Support Team
Polycarp Mulu is the Digital Life Associate at Book Bunk. My main role consists of updating, managing and mantaining the NBO archive and Library Ecosystems Interactive map websites. I also support the Digital Life Manager and Digital Life Coordinator in equipment maintenance and cyber security. I am really passionate about being at the cutting edge of technology, innovation and information security.
I am Yvette Wanjiru, a Computer Science student. I work as a Digitisation Associate digitising endangered materials. My highlight has been interacting with people’s materials when they bring them to be digitised and seeing the trends. Most of the items they bring are from when they were young and their lifetime achievements. I picked up knitting during the pandemic and have made it part of me. I enjoy listening to music so you’ll mostly find me plugged in listening to something.
Facilities Team
My name is Agnes Atieno, born and raised in Maringo, Makadara. I have been a library user of the Eastlands Library, Makadara since I was a kid. I was so excited to be called into the Facility team as a security officer after qualifying for the interview. My experience working with Book Bunk has been great and I am proud to be part of this organisation that has brought a positive impact to the libraries in our communities. Working at the library has been exceptionally rewarding. I am also an avid reader.
My name is Antony Odongo alias ‘Mavado’ from Maringo Estate, Makadara. I have been using this library since I was young. I have learnt a lot of skills working as a security officer at Book Bunk. This position has allowed me to learn a lot through the training activities offered at Book Bunk. I come from a humble background and being here has improved my community socialising. I like riding motorbikes outside work because it’s one of my favourite hobbies. Thanks to Book Bunk for the opportunity to work with you and I’m looking forward to engaging with you more years to come.
I am Collins Felix Onyango aka ‘Aziz’ born and raised in Maringo estate, “OFARO”. I have been a library user since I was young and I am so thankful to Book Bunk for giving me a chance to give back to the community I grew up in. I am also grateful for my janitorial role as it enables me to continue to serve my community. I enjoy spending time with my wife and children and working out. I am looking forward to continuing to grow with Book Bunk.
I am Daniel Museveni Olubwayo-Alex, a married man and father of two. I am grateful to work at Book Bunk as a janitor. I have been part of the journey since 2019. Seeing the organisation grow under a well structured management has been something I am proud to be a part of. I have seen myself learn and grow and I’m looking forward to being part of Book Bunk’s future growth as we build on the vision to make our libraries a better place both for the users and the entire team. Besides this I am a skillful driver at heart.
My name is Quivers aka ‘Quavo’; a father of one daughter, Quinisha. I work as a janitor for Book Bunk. My job enables me to interact with a lot of people which I really enjoy. Moreover, in the course of performing my duties I stumble upon various challenges and the process to overcome them and learn from them is one that I find quite fulfilling. Outside of work, I enjoy playing football and if it’s not obvious yet, making new friends. Travelling is another thing that I find quite relaxing.
I am Kevin Idalia Obondo aka ‘Sneijder’, a father of one. I am grateful for working with Book Bunk, an organisation I joined while working for Lynk in the Kaloleni Library renovation in 2020. From my job with Lynk, I got an opportunity to work with Book Bunk as a security officer. I have learned a lot of things through Book Bunk and I am proud to be part of the impact it makes in the community. I am certainly looking forward to growing into new levels with the organisation. Beyond my work, I enjoy playing football as a player on the pitch, as a fan and behind the controller of a Play Station.
I am Martin Kivanyiru ‘aka’ Livondo, I am married and a father to 3. I joined Book Bunk in 2019 and still appreciate working here today. Book Bunk has taught me a lot, and, as a janitor, it has also helped me know how to cope within society. My wish to the organisation is to see its progress in the future and keep helping the community. I’m grateful for the progress I’ve made and I’m looking forward to growing more with the team. Besides this I’m a skillful electrician and love to create things with my hands.
My name is Staicy Monica Atieno. I am a single mum from Maringo estate, Makadara near the Eastlands Library. I am a janitor at Book Bunk Trust. I have grown in this position starting as a casual labourer, which I got while Book Bunk was renovating the library. I worked on demolishing the walls,removing plastic tiles with a panga,collecting broken window glasses and sweeping the floors. It was hard work but I thank God that I can see the fruit of my labour. I am grateful to Book Bunk for this opportunity and am proud to be part of the change. In five years, I would still like to be part of Book Bunk. I am big on being there for the less fortunate members of my community and to share my food and clothes; it’s things like that that make me happy.
I am Veronica born and raised in Makadara (Marish) . I have always used the library since I was a child. Back then it was dusty and had no electricity. I met Book Bunk through my brother who worked on the renovation of the library. Thereafter, I was called for an interview where I secured a job as a security officer and I am so excited to be part of the facility team. In the coming years I would still like to be part of Book Bunk. I am very passionate about drawing. It’s a skill I’d like to develop further.
Consultants
Vantage Finance performs finance and accounting functions for Book Bunk Trust. As the Lead Consultant, Benjamin ensures internal controls are in place to promote accountability and the integrity of financial and accounting information. He also works in tandem with the team to improve budget absorption and mitigate financial risks for the Trust.
