Munya Maraire hosts one of the more unique backgrounds in African athletic history, indicative of the continent's spirit of resilience amidst adversity, and determination in the face of opportunity.
Today, the Founder and CEO of World Wide Scholarships (WWS) sits atop a transcontinental social enterprise which has held partnerships with elite international outfits such as Lombardia Uno Group, AC Milan Technical academy, Real Madrid Foundation, NCAA, NAIA. Penn State, Munya's alma mater, before he went on to become Zimbabwe's first NFL prospect athlete.
From its inception, WWS has successfully placed thousands of athletes in global universities and professional leagues alike, in sports such as track, tennis, soccer and field hockey, but to name a few.
In December 2014, the former sprinter, of whom Penn State Head Coach, Joe Paterno would come to name a drill after, was involved in a tragic accident as he headed for Pretoria, having travelled overnight. Within minutes of his arrival at the hospital, doctors knew his left arm had to be amputated.
Undeterred, Munya continues to not only oversee his thriving enterprise, but completely taking the lead on providing the very opportunities so badly needed for facilitation for Africa's next generation of superstars. His newest endeavour bringing America football to the African shores through scouting combines and talent identification.More...
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Nerina Hankey is a dedicated Assistant with over five years of experience in streamlining executive operations. Known for her exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, she excels at managing complex schedules and coordinating high-stakes meetings. Her proactive approach and strong interpersonal skills make her an invaluable asset in supporting senior leadership. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking and adventuring, as well as exploring new culinary experiences.More...