Safal MRM Foundation

30/06/2026

Can literature help us imagine solutions to tomorrow's challenges?

For Ali Othman Masoud, poet, author of 12 published books, and the 2024 Runner-up in the Novel Category of the Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature; the answer is yes.
His award-winning novel, “Nyaraka Za Wafu,” tells the story of a young man who harnesses the power of to address pressing social challenges, using innovation and knowledge to create positive change within his community.

In this edition of our Voices of Impact series, Ali reflects on his writing journey, his inspiration for Nyaraka Za Wafu, and his experience participating in the Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature, having entered the competition for the second time in 2024.

As we celebrate 10 years of the Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature, we continue to showcase the writers whose stories demonstrate the depth, creativity and evolving landscape of Kiswahili literature.

🎥 Watch Ali's story: https://youtu.be/4m2RSg1PeSE?si=0G4poUT1aWGC2d9T

📖 Learn more about the impact of the Safal Kiswahili Prize over the past decade:
https://www.safalmrmfoundation.org/?p=3121

💡About Kiswahili Prize:https://kiswahiliprize.org/

Mabati Rolling Mills, ALAF Limited, Safal ALAF Foundation, The Safal Group, Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature

29/06/2026

Success rarely happens overnight.
For Edwin Omindo, the journey to winning the 2024 Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature was built on persistence. Having published seven books, Edwin first submitted his work to the Prize in 2021. In 2023, he was shortlisted among the top 8 entries, and in 2024, his short story collection, “Mungu Hadanganywi Na Hadithi Nyingine,” earned him top honours in the Short Story Collection category.

Today, Edwin shares how that recognition has opened new publishing opportunities and why he believes both aspiring and established writers should continue writing, submitting their work, and believing in their stories.

As we celebrate 10 years of the Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature, stories like Edwin's remind us that literary journeys are built one manuscript at a time.

🎥 Watch Edwin's story: https://youtu.be/YrXeLwY9koI?si=yIdSoZpz4Z89GWIq

📖 Learn more about the impact of the Safal Kiswahili Prize over the past decade:
https://kiswahiliprize.org/

Mabati Rolling Mills, Safal ALAF Foundation, ALAF Limited, The Safal Group
💡https://www.safalmrmfoundation.org/?p=3121

29/06/2026

26/06/2026

Sometimes, all it takes is someone believing in your story.

Before “Bweni La Wasichana” became an award-winning novel, Lucas Lubango was sharing his writing on social media. Encouraged by the response from his readers, he took the next step, turning his passion into a published novel.
His work went on to earn Second Place in the Novel Category of the Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature

As part of our Voices of Impact series celebrating 10 years of the Safal Kiswahili Prize, Lucas reflects on how his writing journey began, what inspired him to keep writing, and the role the Prize has played in his literary journey.

📖 Learn more about the impact of the Safal Kiswahili Prize over the past decade: https://www.safalmrmfoundation.org/?p=3121

💡About Safal Kiswahili Prize For African Literature: https://kiswahiliprize.org/

Mabati Rolling Mills , Safal ALAF Foundation , ALAF Limited,

23/06/2026

Every writer has a story. Every story has a journey.
As we celebrate 10 years of the Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature, we are shining a spotlight on the writers whose voices have helped shape its legacy.

Through our Voices of Impact series, we will be sharing stories from previous winners as they reflect on their writing journeys, the inspiration behind their work, and the role the Safal Kiswahili Prize has played in their literary growth.

In this first edition, Zainab Alwi Baharoon _ ( ), author of "Mungu Hakopeshwi," reflects on her writing journey and shares her experience with the Safal Kiswahili Prize.

📖 Learn more about the impact of the Safal Kiswahili Prize over the past decade: https://lnkd.in/e7Vc9aUJ
💡Learn More About The Safal Kiswahili Prize For African Literature: https://lnkd.in/dYkHxs6v

Safal Kiswahili Prize for African Literature
Mabati Rolling Mills , ALAF Limited , Safal ALAF Foundation

19/06/2026

We were pleased to participate in the .university Career Fair, engaging with students and graduates on career opportunities within and the Safal Group.

The event provided a valuable platform to share insights into the skills, experiences, and pathways that can help young professionals build meaningful careers, while also responding to questions from those interested in joining the organization.

also had the opportunity to showcase MRM’s corporate social investment initiatives and the impact being created through our focus areas of Education, Health, Environment, and Shelter. Students were further encouraged to submit their entries to the ongoing Photography Competition, which uses photography as a tool to support access to education while promoting environmental conservation.

Thank you to Strathmore University for hosting this important platform and to all the students and graduates who visited our booth. We look forward to continuing to engage, inspire, and connect with the next generation of professionals and changemakers.

17/06/2026

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16/06/2026