Personal bio
Professional Engineer | Seasoned Banker | Renewable Energy & Microfinance Entrepreneur
Results-driven Professional Engineer and Banking Expert with over 15 years in the banking industry and 10 years in ICT & Energy. Now leading transformative ventures in Renewable energy, Precision Manufacturing, and Microfinance. As Co-founder & Chief Operations Officer of Proxima Innovations (focused on Renewable Energy & Precision Manufacturing) and EMRO Finance (Microfinance sector in Zambia), I leverage my multidisciplinary expertise to drive innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
KEY EXPERTISE & LEADERSHIP
✔ Renewable Energy & Engineering: Certified in Solar PV System Design, Installation & Maintenance, Financial Modeling for Solar Projects, and PPA Structuring (Kafue Gorge Regional Training Centre). Passionate about advancing clean energy solutions and Bankable Renewable Projects in Africa.
✔ Microfinance & Banking: Over a decade of experience in banking and finance, with a Professional Diploma in Banking & Finance and CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting. Co-founder of EMRO Finance, empowering SMEs and underserved communities with financial inclusion.
✔ Technology & Telecoms: ICT professional with a Master’s in Telecoms Engineering (University of Cape Town), blending technical and financial acumen to optimize business operations.
✔ Strategic Operations & Arbitration: Proven leader in business strategy, operational efficiency, and dispute resolution as an Associate Chartered Arbitrator (CIArb).
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
- Master of Engineering in Telecoms – University of Cape Town
- Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering – University of Zambia
- Professional Diploma in Banking & Finance
- CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting
- Solar PV & Renewable Energy Certifications (KGRTC)
* Solar PV System Design, Installation & Maintenance;
* Building Bankable Solar PV Projects - PPAs & Financial Modeling
* Construction Contracts & Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
- Associate, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)
- Member, Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ)
Driving Impact Through Innovation. Committed to sustainable development, I bridge the gap between engineering, finance, and entrepreneurship to deliver scalable solutions in Energy Access, Microfinance, and Advanced Manufacturing. Open to collaborations, thought leadership, and ventures that accelerate Africa’s economic transformation.