Project Finance & PPP Consultant
PPP Legal Consultant
Procurement Consultant
Sustainability Officer
Accredited CP3P Trainer
Johnson Mwawasi Kilangi
Johnson is the Founder of Miundo Misingi Hub, an infrastructure project finance and PPP advisory firm incorporated in Kenya. He is an infrastructure project finance and PPP consultant with over 15 years of cumulative experience in the infrastructure sector in East Africa. He has practical experience in the structuring, implementation and management of innovative project financing solutions. He also offers advisory and training on the structuring and implementation of PPP projects.
He is also a Director of the Taita Taveta County Investment and Development Corporation’s Board, the investment arm of the County Government of Taita Taveta, advising the Governor and Executive on infrastructure investment.
Johnson founded the Africa Project Finance Program, an action-based, pan-African training program that has equipped project finance and PPP skills to more than 500 professionals across 15 countries. He is also an Adjunct Lecturer of the Strathmore Business School in Kenya offering industry based PPP training.
Before founding the Miundo Misingi Hub, Johnson worked for the Economic and Commercial office of Spain and Isolux Ingenieria S.A. During his employment, he has been involved in the financial planning and management of infrastructure projects in the energy transmission & distribution, road & bridges, real estate and power sectors in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Gambia and Senegal.
Johnson holds a First-Class Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting from Strathmore University, Kenya, a Post Graduate Certificate in project finance from Middlesex University, London, an APMG PPP Certificate, Envision Sustainability Professional Certification by the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure, Accountancy Certification by the Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examination Body and has gone through various trainings in project finance and PPP.
He is a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya, a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya, Steering Committee Member and Chair of the Finance Chapter of the World Association of PPP Units and Professionals based in Geneva.
Sharon Mwakugu
Sharon is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and holds a law degree from the Nelson Mandela University, South Africa. In addition to her LLB, she has been recognized by the ImPPPact Global Alliance and appointed as one of its ambassadors for Kenya to champion achievement of the sustainable development goals through PPPs. She is an Australia Awards recipient having been selected to participate in the Public Private Infrastructure Projects Course in Australia and South Africa. She is also an APMG certified PPP practitioner and an alumna of the Africa Project Finance Program.
Her experience over the last twelve years has included advising various corporations on large scale infrastructure projects in various sectors including hospitality, healthcare, real estate and road construction. Sharon brings tangible, recent and practical experience on operational infrastructure PPP projects in Kenya. She has been involved in the structuring and implementation of Kenya’s pioneer road PPP projects including leading as the CEO of Special Purpose Vehicle entities that delivered road PPP projects in Central and Western Kenya and Kenya’s first Annuity PPP project where she was the Head of Legal at the PPP contractor and operator of Lot 33 of the Kenyan Road Annuity Programme. Sharon has therefore been at the heart of legal risk assessment, concession agreement negotiations and drafting, mobilization of financing, contract management as well as dispute resolution in infrastructure projects.
Tim Kipchumba
Tim Kipchumba brings on board hands-on experience in the development of sustainable projects, developing viable solution designs for clients, development of winning strategies and international sourcing and procurement.
From working on clean solar energy projects, developing real estate projects, supporting startups and small businesses, Tim brings immense support to the different projects being implemented by the Miundo Misingi Hub.
Faith Cheptoo
Faith Cheptoo is a dedicated sustainability professional with a background in Agribusiness Management and Enterprise Development. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Sustainability Management and Operations at the University of Nairobi, Faith is building on her experience in supporting sustainable solutions across various sectors.
With over three years of experience, Faith has contributed to various agribusiness and community initiatives, including the World Youth Ambassador Program, demonstrating her passion for empowering young people and communities. In her current role at Miundo Misingi Hub, she supports Public-Private Partnership (PPP) infrastructure projects, reflecting her dedication to sustainable development.
Faith brings a mix of experience and knowledge in sustainability, agribusiness, and project management that places her in an enviable position to contribute to creating change and engender meaningful infrastructure projects, ensuring sustainability well into the future.
Janita Ferentinos–van Putten
Janita Ferentinos is a highly experienced communication specialist and trainer with an impressive track record spanning over more than three decades in Tanzania, South Africa and other African countries.
As a Certified Private-Public Partnership (CP3P) Transactional Advisor and trainer, Janita possesses the necessary certifications and excels in designing and customizing training programs.
Her expertise has been utilized in delivering impactful CP3P training sessions across Africa to clients in diverse sectors, including engineering, legal, and international NGOs. Her valuable insights and contributions also position her as a sought-after speaker and strategic PPP advisor in the PPP field.
Her comprehensive skill set, proven track record, and extensive experience make her an invaluable asset for individuals and organizations aiming to leverage PPPs for sustainable development and impactful change in the region. With a wealth of local and international expertise in communication, partnership management, and PPP implementation, Janita is the perfect expert for those seeking to drive successful collaborations and achieve sustainable development through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).
Her extensive knowledge and strategic guidance in PPPs has played an important role in successful collaboration among governmental, commercial, and donor partners in Tanzania. She has successfully facilitated numerous negotiations and strategic partnerships between public and private entities in Tanzania, resulting in significant socio-economic impact.
Janita’s ability to navigate complex stakeholder dynamics and her deep understanding of local contexts enable her to drive effective communication and consensus-building. Janita’s hands-on project management experience and a keen eye for identifying synergies have successfully implemented PPPs and other private participative partnership initiatives.
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