9 Most Influential Forex Traders in Kenya
9 Most Influential Forex Traders in Kenya
By Edward Kendy / December 12, 2023
Patrick Mahinge
After studying journalism at Egerton University and achieving a lower-division degree, Patrick Mahinge initially sought work as a journalist, approaching many news outlets and newspapers. He then moved on to foreign exchange trading in 2014 and, with experience, quickly became proficient.
Net worth: $750,000
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Edwin Kamau came from humble beginnings in the Kahawa West township of Nairobi. Starting at nine, he began a snack-selling business at his school and, in his teens, moved on to buying and selling cell phones.
Net worth: $2.3 million
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Sylvia Muchai earned a bachelor’s degree in finance through Kenyatta University. In 2014, Sylvia Muchai invested her first $250 in forex and lost all of it within the next five days. However, this did not put her off from trading foreign currencies.
Net worth: over $1 million
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Paul Mugenda also came from humble beginnings, selling tea leaves to commuters at the Githurai 45 bus terminal and offering insurance for several companies across Kenya. He also began trading in 2014, when he was in his twenties, using a loan of $300 as seed capital for the venture.
Net worth: approximately $1,000,000
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Born in Kiambu in 1981, Ken Githaiga studied for a business degree. He qualified in accounting and is still working as an accountant. From online research, Githaiga determined that forex was most suited to his skills and temperament.
Net worth: around $960,000
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Silah Obegi graduated from Moi University with a business management degree and started his finance career. He moved to forex in 2012 and gradually accumulated knowledge and money from currency trading.
Net worth: unknown
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Although young, Vincent Nyagaka has successfully traded forex for over six years. He started in the field because his regular income was insufficient—persistence in teaching himself from online education sites paid off with excellent earnings.
Net worth: unknown
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Ester Mofrey is a Kenyan influencer who earns well from trading foreign currency and is passionate about using her platform to educate others about forex.
Net worth: $790,000
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Joshua Matumo graduated from Strathmore University in 2009, specializing in trading currencies and commodities. He moved on to become a highly successful trader and trading teacher as a member of the Bloomberg Community.
Net worth: unknown
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