Mohamed Amin Abdishukri Maalim

Mohamed Amin Abdishukri Maalim is a writer, researcher, journalist, storyteller and political educator from Kenya, currently pursuing an MSc in African Studies at the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies, University of Oxford. He is a Mastercard Foundation Scholar at the University of Oxford and a member of St Antony’s College. Mohamed’s work lies at the intersection of narrative, political education and community-driven development across East Africa.

He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in International Relations from the United States International University. His academic research has explored the impact of Gulf power dynamics on Somalia and regional conflict patterns in Rwanda. He has worked as a rapporteur for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) during Kenya’s 2022 electoral conference, where he facilitated dialogue among diverse stakeholders. He has also worked with The New Humanitarian and the International Rescue Committee, amplifying the voices and lived experiences of displaced communities. At Debunk Media, Mohamed served as Production Manager, helping shape the outlet’s distinctive approach to journalism and public discourse.

Mohamed has moderated high-profile literary and political events, engaging with thinkers such as Nuruddin Farah, Juliane Okot Bitek, Rinaldo Walcott and Zukiswa Wanner. During the #RejectFinanceBill2024 protests in Kenya, he led political education sessions connecting historical liberation movements to current activism. As a steering committee member of the Kenya Left Alliance, he supports efforts to unify progressive movements and promote people-centred politics.

At Oxford, Mohamed is deepening his understanding of African political and social dynamics. He aims to ensure development programmes reflect local priorities and support inclusive, community-led governance across the region.