Global Citizen’s Emerging Creatives Program provides a platform for emerging creatives in the Global South that are highlighting the need for open civic space worldwide. Through their art, they call for change, shine a light on social injustices, and advocate for the advancement of the Global Goals.
MAY 2025
FEATURED CREATIVE
Leshao Leshao
KENYA
Meet Leshao Leshao, a 23-year-old Kenyan musician, civil engineer, and climate justice activist blending contemporary sounds with traditional Maasai rhythms to raise awareness about love, gender equality, indigenous rights, and the climate crisis.
“Through my music, I aim to educate, inspire, and motivate people on various topics,” says Leshao. “I sing about issues I’m deeply passionate about, which helps me create songs that are not only meaningful but also impactful.”
As a young activist navigating Kenya’s restricted civic space, Leshao shares, “I am constantly balancing courage and caution, resistance and resilience.”
For the Emerging Creatives Program, Leshao performed Esipata Oloing’ange (Climate Justice) in his home of Meguarra village in Narok County. “I hope to create awareness, educate, aid in preserving culture as well as fight and deliver climate justice to my people.”