The days are gone when women were branded housewives and delegated duties such as taking care of children and staying at home cooking for their husbands. Quite a number of women across the world have broken the glass ceiling and are doing even better than men in male-dominated fields.

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In Kenya, we have several women who've made us proud and below is a list of some who are a force to reckon. They've impacted society positively.

Let's celebrate the top 10 Kenyan women in power, check out our pick below:

1. First lady Margaret Kenyatta

She's known for being simple and is also a fashion enthusiast. Margaret heads a popular campaign, dubbed "Beyond Zero Campaign", which aims to reduce child maternal mortality rates.

Charity is known for her positive impact on society and her courage is an inspiration to many women.

She is the best example of "what a man can do, a woman can do better". Other female governors serving their first term include Anne Waiguru of Kirinyaga county and Dr Joyce Laboso of Bomet County.

6. Irene Koki Mutungi

Koki is regarded by many as the best pilot in Africa.

She was the first African female to become certified as a Captain of the Boeing 787 (Dreamliner) aircraft.

Koki flies for Kenya Airways. Just like her counterparts, she is a role model for many Kenyan girls.