Angela Oduor Lungati

Angela Oduor Lungati is a Kenyan technologist, community builder and open-source software advocate who was elected as the chair Board of directors for Creative Common in 2024. She is also the Executive Director of Ushahidi. She is known for her advocacy in digital inclusion, community-driven innovation, and the use of technology for social impact. She is also a co-founder of AkiraChix, an organization dedicated to nurturing generations of women in technology in Africa.

Background and education Lungati studied Business Information Technology at Strathmore University in Nairobi, Kenya. During her time at university, she was introduced to the Nairobi tech scene through the iHub and participated in an internship that connected her with other young women in tech, leading to the founding of AkiraChix. In 2019, she was appointed Executive Director of Ushahidi. She has spoken at several global forums including RightsCon, MozFest, and the Internet Governance Forum, often addressing the intersection of technology, social justice, and community empowerment.

Personal life Angela works from Nairobi, Kenya. She loves to coach, story telling and community generated innovation in addition to work commitments.