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Mary Wangechi Maina

Ambitious mechanic breaking cycles and building legacy.

I was born and raised in Kenya and am a very ambitious young woman. Professionally I am a mechanic. For me, being financially healthy means being in a position to get what you want without borrowing. I want to be a role model to young girls out there who have given up, and to give my parents a better life. Everyone should learn from me—coming from a poor background doesn't mean a rich family can't come out of you.

Mary Wangechi Maina, 2023 FinMango Global Ambassador
Mary Wangechi MainaCohort of 2023
Kenya
Mechanic
Role Model
Words they live by
"Investment in knowledge pays best interest."
— Benjamin Franklin
Personal philosophy
01

What does being financially healthy mean to you?

Being in a position to get what you want without borrowing.

02

What motivates your work in financial health?

To be a role model to young girls out there who have given up. More also to give my parents a better life. Everyone should learn from me—coming from a poor background doesn't mean a rich family can't come out of you.

Current goal

Save my salary so I can start my garage.

Become an ambassador

Join the movement for financial health equity.

Become part of a global network of young leaders championing financial health as a fundamental right.