Shahid Yakub Honored at the 2026 Top 40 Under 40 CEOs Breakfast Hosted by Global Masterbrands

The atmosphere was charged with the energy of progress on Saturday morning, March 21, 2026, as Global Masterbrands hosted its annual Top 40 Under 40 CEOs Breakfast. The event, which has become a benchmark for identifying the next generation of African corporate titans, brought together over 50 CEOs, managing directors, and key stakeholders from ICT, Finance, Green Energy, and Media. Among the morning’s most distinguished honorees was Shahid Yakub, the Managing Director of Moto Seen Africa. Recognized for his dual role as a resilient businessman and a community-focused visionary, the award highlights his dedication to building a "future-ready" Africa through sustainable enterprise. Accepting the award with characteristic humility, Shahid Yakub attributed the success to a higher purpose and a collective effort. "Alhamdulillah for His endless blessings. While this certificate bears my name, the 'resilience and innovation' it highlights are truly a reflection of the incredible ecosystem around me," he noted. He further emphasized that this recognition is a reinforced commitment to the Kenyan professional landscape, stating, "This is not a destination; it is a commitment to creating a more sustainable and future-ready workplace for Kenya and its brilliant professionals." The Masterbrands Vision: Global MASTERBRANDS, the organizers of the gala, noted that the 2026 cohort represents the most diverse group of leaders yet. The selection process focused on: • Impact & Scalability: Leaders whose ventures, like Moto Moto Africa and Moto Seen Africa, provide tangible solutions to national infrastructure and security gaps. • Visionary Leadership: The ability to look beyond short-term profits toward a 100-year legacy of community empowerment. • Ethics and Resilience: Navigating the economic shifts and global uncertainties of 2026 with unwavering integrity. A Message of Congratulations: The entire team at Moto Moto Africa Limited and Moto Seen Africa Limited joins the nation in congratulating all 40 awardees. Each recipient represents a vital brick in the wall of Kenya’s emerging economic fortress. As Shahid Yakub noted, the journey is fueled by family, colleagues, and associates who walk the path of transformation together. Why This Matters: • Investor Confidence: Recognition by a global body like MASTERBRANDS validates the corporate governance and innovative spirit of Moto Seen Africa. • Strategic Growth: This accolade is a milestone in Moto Seen Africa’s Vision 100 initiative, proving that the foundation for the next century of African leadership is being laid today. • Talent Magnet: Awards like the Top 40 Under 40 help attract the "brilliant professionals" Shahid Yakub is committed to supporting. Follow @MotoSeenAfrica for more updates on leadership, business, trade, and the visionaries moving Africa forward. Moto Seen Africa — Africa’s View, Seen Clearly. #Top40Under40 #KenyaCEOs #KenyaBusiness #Vision100 #Leadership #GlobalMasterbrands #MotoSeenAfrica #MotoMotoAfrica #ShahidYakub #Alhamdulillah