Daughter of Africa - by Gina Din

About the Book

Daughter of Africa tells the story of Gina Din, Kenya's most celebrated PR strategist, who rose from humble Nanyuki roots to advise presidents, CEOs, and global institutions. With candor and resilience, she reflects on navigating race, gender, and culture while building an iconic firm and using her voice to uplift others.

Book Synopsis

In Daughter of Africa, Gina Din opens her life to the world with vulnerability, wit, and unwavering purpose. Born in Nanyuki to trailblazing parents who defied cultural expectations, Din charts her journey from an ambitious girl in a multiracial Kenyan-Indian family to the founding of one of Africa's most influential PR agencies. Along the way, she breaks barriers in boardrooms, navigates seismic shifts in Kenyan politics and global development, and emerges as a trusted architect of storytelling for institutions like the United Nations and the Kenya Red Cross. But beneath the headlines and high-powered campaigns lies a personal story of self-discovery, spiritual grounding, and the quiet strength it takes to stay true to your roots while forging new paths.Far more than a tale of career success, this memoir is a rallying cry for anyone determined to lead with heart, challenge the status quo, and build a life of meaning. With reflections on motherhood, mentorship, grief, and grit, Din delivers a roadmap for the next generation of African changemakers, especially women, who are ready to rise, roar, and redefine what it means to lead. Equal parts motivational and reflective, Daughter of Africa belongs in the hands of dreamers, disruptors, and booksellers looking to champion stories that expand the global narrative.

About the Author

Gina Din is one of Africa's most celebrated communications strategists and a globally recognized leader in public relations, brand transformation, and corporate storytelling. As the founder of The Gina Din Group, she shaped the voice of powerhouse brands like Safaricom, Kenya Airways, and Old Mutual, while leading national crisis campaigns that positioned her as a trusted voice during defining moments in East Africa's modern history.
Named one of New African Magazine's 100 Most Influential Africans, Gina's influence spans business, media, and philanthropy. She is an Honorary Ambassador for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and helped spearhead Kenyans for Kenya, one of the most successful humanitarian fundraising campaigns in Kenyan history. Her firm's acquisition by global PR giant Edelman solidified her legacy as a trailblazer for African-led innovation on the world stage.
Today, Gina sits on boards across finance, energy, agriculture, and nonprofit sectors, and serves as Chair of Boma Pan African Holdings. A sought-after keynote speaker and mentor, she continues to champion women in business, purpose-driven entrepreneurship, and African excellence.