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Marjorie Kivuva is a specialized real estate and finance lawyer with over 12 years industry knowledge and expertise in the sector. Marjorie gained experience whilst working in two globally ranked law firms in Nairobi, MMAN Advocates and Anjarwalla and Khanna Advocates

At Tarra Agility Africa, Marjorie is a Co – Founder and the Partner – In – Charge of Real Estate & Finance representing clients in real estate, infrastructure, construction, project finance, banking, and finance. Marjorie leads a forward thinking and commercial team in assisting real estate developers with delivery of complex deals, handling the entire property 'life cycle' from the initial acquisition, obtaining development permissions, development, joint venturing, sale, leasing, and financing through to the final exit.

Robert is an experienced international tax specialist lawyer with a passion for optimizing financial outcomes, providing strategic advice, and ensuring compliance. He is dedicated to helping businesses thrive financially through effective tax planning. Robert has over 10 years of experience in tax gained while working at leading firms such as PricewaterhouseCoopers Kenya and Anjarwalla and Khanna Advocates.

At Tarra Agility Africa, Robert is a Co – Founder and Tax Partner who leads a team that assists clients in navigating the complex world of taxation. We ensure tax compliance, minimize tax liabilities, provide tax planning, structure transactions, and work to help clients achieve their financial objectives.

Peter Mayavi is an accomplished fund raising and property development professional with over 15 years experience.

Peter has been with IHS Investments and IHS Kenya since September 2019 where has been instrumental in raising over 100m USD in funding for investment into Green Affordable Housing in Kenya.

He joined IHS Kenya from the Kenya Revenue Authority where he founded and headed the Construction and Property Development Division as a Chief Manager. The work at KRA included setting up the Division, property development spanning housing and commercial buildings for the Authority and property management for all the KRA Pension owned properties.

Peter also had a stint in Infrastructure Consulting, heading the local subsidiary of SMEC International as Country Manager and its head of Business Development.

His previous positions include Projects Manager for AMS Properties where he handled residential end-to-end developments, as well as overseeing commercial development. Peter has also held Project Management positions in the telecommunications sector as well as in Oil and Gas. Peter earned his BSc in Civil Engineering from Jomo Kenyatta University in 2008 and an MA in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi in 2015.

He’s currently pursuing a PhD in Project Finance from the University of Nairobi. He is also a corporate member of the Architectural Association of Kenya as well the International Project Finance Association.

Farhana Hassanali is the CEO of HassConsult Limited, and a seasoned property developer with over 20 years of experience navigating the Kenyan real estate space. With a global educational background to fortify her work, Farhana has overseen the development of over 1 million sq.ft. of real estate in Kenya, most recently having completed Enaki Residences, a 440-unit residential development as part of Enaki Town.

Her significant experience and milestone achievements have gained Farhana solidified experience in property development and investment structures, tax and finance optimization, development management and project delivery, and post-completion asset management.

Wangeci Kanyeki is a Kenyan journalist with Standard Media Group with over ten years experience reporting on real estate, business and women stories. She is also a Media Relations Strategist at Brand Spark PR, passionate about building credibility for African brands where she connects clients to the right media. As part of her community support, she is Head of Communication at Mavuno Church overseeing content development and communication for 35 campuses in 10 countries in Africa and Europe.

She has a Master of Arts Degree in Communication (Media studies) from Daystar University and holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Hons.) in Communications. With research interest in media effects and Children, Adolescents and Media, she has published a children’s illustrative book Hunt for Elijah, and a book chapter; Media Convergence in East Africa-A case study on Standard Media Group published by Springer in book titled Digital Transformation in Journalism & News Media.
She has also published a book titled The Evolving Nairobi Street Names since the 1960s, a book which documents the history behind the Nairobi Street names since independence and most recent academic book chapter is on History of Children’s TV in Kenya since 1960s published by Peter Lang alongside 12 other countries.

She is a Board Member of the International Communication Association and Toast Masters International. She has been married to Willie Kanyeki for 23 years with whom she co-mentors married couples to build strong, resilient and joyful marriages. They have three uniquely gifted daughters Michy, Alisa & Muini.