Building Tomorrow: Community, Commerce & Artificial Intelligence What if you could sit down with an experienced industry leader, ask the questions that matter to you, and get practical insights — all in just 20 minutes? That is the idea behind Meet the Experts, one of the most interactive experiences at UAN Leadership Summit 3.0. Taking place on 19 September 2026 at Jaffery Islamic Centre, Nairobi, the third UAN Leadership Summit brings together more than 500 leaders, entrepr

In an interconnected global economy, real growth happens when trade, technological innovation, and sustainable investment intersect with community expansion. This track explores how business leaders can leverage collaboration to unlock new market opportunities and drive meaningful socio-economic growth. Meet the Speakers Moderator: Seema Dhanani de Souza – Director, Affluent Business at Absa Kenya Panelist: Sakina Hassanali – Co-CEO & Creative Director at Hass Consult Panelis

UAN Leadership Summit 3.0 – Track Two What does the business of tomorrow look like? At UAN Leadership Summit 3.0, Track Two will tackle this question through a powerful conversation on: “The Intelligent Enterprise: Scaling Impact Through AI, Automation, and Next-Gen Innovation.” Moderated by Snehar Shah, CEO, IX Africa Data Centre, the session brings together experts working at the forefront of technology, enterprise, digital transformation and innovation. The panel features:

Building Tomorrow: Community, Commerce & Artificial Intelligence The countdown to UAN Leadership Summit 3.0 is on, and this year's Summit brings together an exceptional line-up of leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers and changemakers for a day of meaningful conversations and connections. Taking place on 19 September 2026 at Jaffery Islamic Centre, Nairobi, the Summit will explore how community, commerce and artificial intelligence are shaping Kenya's future. The Ceremony Spea

Celebrating a Journey of Community, Connection and Collective Impact United Asian Network (UAN) is proud to announce that it has been honoured with a Special Recognition Award by The Asian Weekly on Saturday 29th August 2026 at TAWAA, recognising the organisation’s growing contribution towards connecting, empowering and strengthening Kenya’s Asian community. The recognition comes at an important moment in UAN’s journey — as the organisation continues to evolve from an idea in

Friday 28 August 2026 UAN Mombasa Connect brought together community leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs and young people to build stronger connections and greater participation in Kenya’s future. The United Asian Network (UAN) successfully hosted UAN Mombasa Connect on Friday, 28 August 2026, at English Point Marina, Mombasa, bringing together community leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, business leaders, young people and organisations from across the Coast. Held under

Leadership Summit 3.0 brings together UAN leadership, prominent business leaders, technology experts, policy voices and community leaders for a day of meaningful conversations and engagement.

NAIROBI, KENYA – August 19, 2026 — The United Asian Network (UAN) hosted its Community Leadership Forum (CLF) Dinner on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, bringing together leaders and representatives from diverse community organizations across Kenya to foster collaboration, unity, and economic empowerment. The event featured a packed program led by emcee Abhijeet Gupta, who serves as UAN’s Social & Cultural Heritage (SH) Pillar Co-lead. The evening opened with the Kenya National An

Nairobi, Kenya – Saturday, 25 July 2026 The United Asian Network (UAN) successfully hosted “Behind the Perfect Picture: Unfiltered & Unscripted – A Fireside Conversation for Women”, a women's mental health and wellbeing forum held at Ramgarhia Pangani Gurdwara Sahib on Saturday, 25 July 2026. The intimate and thought-provoking forum brought together women from across different generations and professional backgrounds for an open and honest conversation on mental health, ident

Nairobi, 10th July 2026 - The United Asian Network (UAN) has marked a historic milestone for both the organization and the Kenyan Asian community following the official presentation of the United Asian Network SACCO Certificate on 10th July 2026. The regulatory certificate was formally presented to UAN Chairman, Dr. Bimal Kantaria, by senior officials from the Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development. This landmark achievement offi

Nairobi, Kenya, 8th July 2026 – The United Asian Network (UAN), through its Economic Connector Pillar, successfully hosted an exclusive business leadership session focused on helping entrepreneurs and business owners build stronger, more efficient organizations using the internationally recognised Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS). The session, titled "Six Keys to Getting a Grip on Your Business," was led by renowned Professional EOS Implementer® Sailesh Savani, who sha

Nairobi, Kenya – 8th July 2026 The United Asian Network (UAN) is proud to announce a landmark partnership with the Festival of Friendship (FOF), following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding that formally brings the Festival of Friendship under the UAN umbrella as a dedicated sub-committee. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in strengthening community engagement, promoting social cohesion, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of one of Ke

Building Tomorrow: Community, Commerce & Artificial Intelligence The United Asian Network (UAN) Leadership Summit returns for its third edition with a timely and thought-provoking theme: Building Tomorrow: Community, Commerce & Artificial Intelligence. As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, economies, and societies around the world, this year's Summit explores one fundamental question: How can communities harness AI while preserving the entrepreneurial spirit, values

NAIROBI, KENYA | May 18, 2026 – The United Asian Network (UAN) and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, convened a high-level strategic meeting today at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON). The session aimed to solidify collaborative frameworks and mobilize private sector resources to support refugee and host communities across Kenya. The discussions were led by Ms. Fatima Mohammed Cole, UNHCR Representative, and Dr. Manish Shah, representing UAN Chairman Dr. Bimal Kantaria.

NAIROBI, KENYA — On May 13th, the United Asian Network (UAN), in partnership with Dr. Rasik Kantaria Jalaram Medical Services (RKJMS), hosted a landmark symposium titled "The Weight We Carry: Path to Resilience". The event brought together a heavy-hitting panel of clinical experts, business leaders, and legal professionals to address the "silent partner" in business: mental health. The following insights from the event's speakers demonstrate why mental health deserves equa

The United Asian Network (UAN) officially inaugurated its new headquarters on May 1st, 2026, at Parklands Plaza, Nairobi. The milestone event was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a celebration of community, collaboration, and vision. UAN was officially launched on 10th February 2023 and has since grown in many aspects, from membership bases, countrywide recognition and community building. The ceremony was led by: Dr. Bimal Kantaria, Chairman of UAN. Trustees: Mr. Hasmu

NAIROBI, Kenya – September 23, 2025 – The United Asian Network (UAN) hosted its Leadership Summit 2.0, at the Swaminarayan Temple on Forest Road. The summit, themed "Strengthening Kenyan Asian Engagement & Unity," convened influential leaders to build actionable frameworks for the community's role in Kenya's economic and social development. The event featured some of Kenya's foremost corporate and public sector leaders. The Chief Guest was Mr. Peter Ndegwa, CEO of Safaricom P

14th September 2024 The inaugural Leadership Summit aimed to convene community leaders, business leaders, and youth from across Kenya to engage in meaningful discussions on national cohesion and strategies for promoting peace and economic stability within the Asian community. The summit served as a platform for sharing ideas, best practices, and collaborative initiatives. Part of our research findings, based on meetings with Heads of Communities, Associations, Business lead