Sherifah Tumusiime

Sherifah Tumusiime is a pioneering social entrepreneur and technology advocate with a mission to revolutionize marketplaces through innovative tech solutions. As the CEO and Co-founder of Zimba Group LTD, a leading technology social enterprise in East Africa, Sherifah has been instrumental in providing technical and software solutions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs), empowering them to manage and scale their businesses with greater efficiency and professionalism.

Under her leadership, Zimba Group Ltd.’s flagship project, Zimba Women, has been a beacon of support for women entrepreneurs, leveraging technology to foster an inclusive business environment. Zimba Women currently collaborates with over 15,000 female entrepreneurs across the East African region, providing them with the tools and resources to thrive in the digital economy.

Sherifah’s expertise in IT is backed by a Bachelor of Computer Science from Makerere University, Uganda, and enhanced by various industry certifications from esteemed organizations such as Africa Network Operators Group and Microsoft. Her technical acumen and leadership skills have made her a sought-after speaker at international conferences, including RightsCon in Silicon Valley and the Shoko Digital Festival in Harare, Zimbabwe.

A certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Sherifah’s commitment to excellence is evident in her accolades, including the 2015 Mandela Washington Fellowship and the 2016 African School of Internet Governance Fellowship. In 2018, her outstanding contributions to development work were recognized with the Commonwealth Regional Award for the Africa and Europe region.

Sherifah’s dynamic presence and insightful perspectives make her a powerful advocate for technology-driven development, women’s empowerment, and the transformative potential of digital solutions in Africa and beyond.