{"id":1931,"date":"2026-03-28T13:09:55","date_gmt":"2026-03-28T13:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/?p=1931"},"modified":"2026-03-28T13:17:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T13:17:44","slug":"safaricom-triumphs-as-8th-diar-awards-celebrate-champions-of-inclusion-in-kenya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/?p=1931","title":{"rendered":"Safaricom Triumphs as 8th DIAR Awards Celebrate Champions of Inclusion in Kenya"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote><p><em><strong>By Jeff Kizzilah <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Safaricom Triumphs as 8th DIAR Awards Celebrate Champions of Inclusion in Kenya.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_160229.jpg\"><br \/>\n<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_161628.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1941\" src=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_161628-300x182.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_161628-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_161628.jpg 712w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_160109.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1934\" src=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_160109-300x192.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_160109-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_160109.jpg 551w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h6><em>James Maina, CEO and Founder of DAIMA Trust\/Photo<\/em><\/h6>\n<p>The 8th edition of the National Diversity and Inclusion Awards &amp; Recognition (DIAR Awards) has been held in grand style, marking yet another milestone in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and sustainability across Kenya.<\/p>\n<p>The annual event, organized by Daima Trust, brought together leading organizations, institutions, and individuals committed to building inclusive workplaces and societies.<\/p>\n<p>In this year\u2019s awards, Safaricom emerged as the overall winner, standing out for its continued leadership and commitment to inclusive practices, innovation, and social impact.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_155933.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1935\" src=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_155933-300x183.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_155933-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/livenation254.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260328_155933.jpg 445w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Speaking during the event, James Maina, CEO and Founder of DIAR Awards, noted that the initiative has significantly influenced organizations to adopt inclusive policies and expand opportunities through strategic partnerships. He emphasized that the awards have become a key driver in encouraging institutions to embrace diversity as a strength in today\u2019s evolving workplace.<\/p>\n<p>The DIAR Awards continue to spotlight excellence in various categories, including gender equality, inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs), climate action, and sustainable development. The event not only recognizes outstanding achievements but also inspires organizations to foster environments where everyone feels valued and empowered.<\/p>\n<p>As the awards grow bigger each year, the 8th DIAR Awards 2026 reaffirmed Kenya\u2019s progress in advancing inclusion and set the pace for even greater impact in the future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Jeff Kizzilah Safaricom Triumphs as 8th DIAR Awards Celebrate Champions of Inclusion in Kenya. 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