Burhanudin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources Management (Aquatics) from Karatina University, in Kenya, and a Certificate in Climate Change from the University of Nairobi. He is also a graduate of the Nairobi Summer School on Climate Justice.

He is passionate about community development, with a strong focus on sustainable development, youth mentorship, and empowering marginalized groups. He has worked extensively with youth in Nairobi and Northeastern Kenya, contributing to various community empowerment initiatives. Burhanudin has played an active role in shaping youth agendas through participation in multiple African youth forums, including the Pan-African Youth Conference (Nairobi, 2017), the first African Youth Conference on Climate Change and UN SDGs (Kampala, 2017), the Young Leaders Forum (Kampala, 2018), the Arts for Peace Youth Conference (Addis Ababa, 2019), and the African Youth Climate Assembly (Nairobi, 2023). He also contributed to policy formulation processes, including the drafting of the Mandera County Youth Policy (2022) and Kenya’s National Climate Change Action Plan 2023–2027.

He regularly appears on national television to discuss matters of public interest and advocate for pro-people policies (see appearances here, here, and here).

In 2023, Burhanudin completed a year-long Peace Building program with the Global Peace Foundation, graduating as a Presidential Fellow. He is also an alumnus of the Political Leadership and Governance Program (PLGP), where he served as President of his cohort.

Email: Burhanudin1388@gmail.com

Aquatic Conservationist | Storyteller | Explorer | Research Collaborator

Muffadal S. Alibhai is an aquatic conservationist, storyteller, and field explorer whose work bridges science, art, and community. Through his initiative, Fish Quest, he documents and photographs Kenya’s overlooked freshwater fish species, shedding light on the vibrant life hidden beneath the country’s rivers and lakes.

A long-time collaborator with the National Museums of Kenya and the Mara River Research Programme, Muffadal has spent years traveling across Kenya’s waterscapes, from the Athi to the Mara and beyond, capturing the first live images of many native fish species. His photographs have been featured in SWARA and Komba Magazines and are now used in awareness posters, educational exhibits, and conservation campaigns across East Africa.

Beyond documentation, his mission is to change perceptions: to make people see fish as vital ambassadors of Kenya’s freshwater ecosystems. His work has inspired a growing movement to recognize aquatic wildlife as integral to the nation’s natural heritage.

A passionate educator and advocate, Muffadal also develops children’s books, educational programs, and visual campaigns that connect young audiences with the wonders of water. Through storytelling, photography, and exploration, he aims to protect what he calls “Kenya’s Aquatic Heritage”