Ms. Wandia Gichuru

Ms. Wandia Gichuru is a Kenyan entrepreneur and impact investor dedicated to supporting women-led businesses and fostering inclusive economic growth across Africa. She is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Simba Fund, a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and community impact. Through this platform, Wandia helps founders, especially women and underrepresented entrepreneurs, access capital, mentorship, and strategic networks needed to scale their businesses and accelerate growth in key sectors such as fintech, health, and climate tech.

Beyond her venture work, Wandia has held leadership roles in both corporate and social sectors, using her experience in strategy and finance to create opportunities that uplift women and youth. She actively champions entrepreneurship as a pathway to economic empowerment, encouraging women across Africa to build businesses that generate jobs, transform communities, and contribute to long-term prosperity.