Wangari Maathai
Wangari Maathai was a renowned Kenyan environmental and political activist, best known for her role in the Green Belt Movement, which focused on tree planting, environmental conservation, and women's rights. Born in 1940, she became the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004 for her contributions to sustainable development, democracy, and peace. Maathai's legacy continues to inspire environmental activism and social justice movements worldwide.
Born on Apr 01, 1940 (85 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | 3 | 9.00 | 0.23% | +20% | 53,771,296 | 147,431 | $106,000 | 291$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 98,525 | $280,000 | 125$ |
| Totals | 4 | 274,663,627 | 245,956 | $386,000 | 416$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Kenya:
Nobel laureate Prof. Wangari Maathai is celebrated as an alumnus of the University of Nairobi.
9
Kenya:
The late Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai protected Jeevanjee Gardens from being grabbed.
9
Pakistan:
Wangari Maathai is quoted in the article emphasizing the importance of small actions in making a difference.
9
Kenya:
Wangari Maathai is recognized for her legacy as a Nobel laureate and her grassroots tree-planting campaigns.
9
Ghana:
She was mocked, arrested and marginalised in her homeland before earning global acclaim.
7
Ghana:
She was mocked, arrested, and marginalised in her homeland before earning global acclaim as a Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
8
Ireland:
Wangari Maathai became the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004.
9
Jamaica:
Wangari Maathai won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004 for her environmental struggles.
8
Kenya:
The late environmental activist and Nobel laureate Dr Wangari Maathai is a shining beacon.
9
Kenya:
The late environmental activist and Nobel laureate Dr Wangari Maathai is a shining beacon.
9