Name: Emma Kimani
Programme and year: Master of Public Policy, Class of 2025
Nationality: Kenyan
Can you tell us about your background and why you chose to study the Master of Public Policy (MPP) at SPP?
In the past seven years, I have worked with public sector decision-makers across East and Southern Africa to enhance social impact through evidence-based strategies and data-driven decision-making. My work spanned multiple sectors, including Public Finance Management, Health, Education, Youth Workforce Development, Social Protection, and Gender, giving me a deep understanding of the systemic barriers to equitable development.
With a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science, I was naturally drawn to using analytical tools to inform decision-making. However, I soon real