Category: Public Figure

Carlito (Carl) Espino Balita — widely known as Dr. Carl E. Balita — is a Filipino registered nurse, educator, entrepreneur, media personality, author, and producer who turned a nursing background into a multi-business empire centered on professional review and lifelong learning. He’s best known as the founder and CEO of…

Clive James (born Vivian Leopold James; 7 October 1939 – 24 November 2019) was an Australian-born writer, critic, broadcaster, poet and memoirist whose wit, cultural curiosity and sharp criticism made him one of the best-known literary public figures of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Over a career spanning…

Marjorie Taylor Greene (often called MTG) is an American politician, businesswoman, and polarizing national figure who rose to prominence as a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia. Her career combines grassroots campaigning, social-media visibility, and high-profile controversies that have made her one of the most discussed…

Zandile Dabula has emerged as one of South Africa’s most visible and controversial grassroots activists. Best known as the public face and national leader of Operation Dudula, Dabula’s rise highlights deep frustrations in townships around jobs, access to services, and migration — and has sparked intense debate about xenophobia, constitutional…

Geoffrey Kiringa Ruku is a prominent Kenyan politician who rose from constituency politics to national office. Best known for his tenure as Member of Parliament for Mbeere North and his appointment as Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, Ruku’s profile blends technocratic credentials with a…

Norman Amugira Magaya is a Kenyan political operative and lawyer best known for serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Super Alliance (NASA), the opposition coalition that rose to prominence during the 2017 Kenyan elections. He became a familiar public figure—part strategist, part spokesperson—whose career has been shaped…

Dr. Anthony “Tony” Leachon is one of the Philippines’ most visible physician-advocates — an internist and cardiologist who has combined clinical work, medical leadership and public policy commentary throughout his career. Known for outspoken views on health system reform and frequent media appearances, Leachon has served as a hospital consultant,…

Seth Ambusini Panyako is one of Kenya’s most outspoken nurse-union leaders and a figure of rising political influence. Known for his passionate advocacy for nurses’ rights and his no-nonsense style, Panyako has navigated the worlds of healthcare, labor activism, and electoral politics with equal fervor. Early Life and Education Date…

Gabriel “Bong” Daza III was a well-known Filipino restaurateur, food entrepreneur and patriarch of a family who left a notable mark on Manila’s culinary and social scene. Best known to many as the father of actress and host Isabelle Daza, Bong Daza’s life blended business, hospitality and a love for…

Nitish Kumar is one of modern India’s most prominent regional leaders — a politician known for longevity, adaptability and a focus on governance in the state of Bihar. Over decades he has shifted alliances, led major reforms in state administration, and become synonymous with development-focused leadership in Bihar. This biography…