Breaking the Illusions

Sicily Kanini Kariuki was born in Gakwegori, on the outskirts of Embu Town on the slopes of Mt. Kenya. Sicily holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Nairobi. She also holds a Master's degree in Strategic Management, as well as several postgraduate diplomas and certifications from different international institutions. Buoyed by unfailing family love and inspiration from mentors and role models with whom she has surrounded herself, Sicily rose from humble beginnings to an illustrious career in private and public service. Her footprints in the horticulture and tea sectors remain indelible. She would later rise to the position of Principal Secretary for Agriculture, reaching the apex of public service as a Cabinet Secretary in three key ministries in the Republic of Kenya. Upon resignation from her cabinet position, Sicily ventured into the political arena and then pivoted back to the private sector as a certified Executive Leadership Coach and Emotional Intelligence