26/07/2026
The spotlight on !! Madam Fatmata Fathima Kamara
It’s our honor and utmost pleasure to recognize the impact and outstanding contributions of Madam Kamara as one of our recipients for this year’s 5th Annual National Swehra Awards under both 3rd & 4th category.
Madam Fatmata Fathima Kamara is an entrepreneur, educator, researcher, and social impact leader with a passion for empowering individuals and transforming communities through entrepreneurship, innovation, and skills development. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Thimzy Empowerment Initiative, an organization committed to inspiring and equipping women and girls with the knowledge, confidence, and opportunities needed to thrive as entrepreneurs and leaders.
With a strong belief that entrepreneurship is a catalyst for sustainable national development, Fatmata has dedicated her career to mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs, designing capacity-building programs, and creating platforms that foster innovation, collaboration, and economic inclusion. Her work bridges academia and practice, combining research, training, and community engagement to address real-world challenges.
As the host of “Talk to the Entrepreneur with Me Thimzy,” she shares practical insights drawn from experience, encouraging young people to embrace resilience, creativity, and ethical leadership in building successful enterprises. She also leads the Women in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Festival, an annual initiative that celebrates and promotes the achievements of women entrepreneurs while inspiring the next generation of innovators.
Fatmata’s expertise spans entrepreneurship education, strategic management, business development, leadership, event management, and community empowerment. She has developed training programs in entrepreneurship, catering, cake making, and other income-generating skills, helping individuals develop practical competencies for self-reliance and economic growth.
Driven by a vision of an inclusive and prosperous society, Fatmata continues to champion initiatives that unlock human potential, promote gender equality, and contribute to the sustainable development of Sierra Leone and beyond. Through visionary leadership, strategic partnerships, and unwavering dedication to service, she is building a legacy of empowerment, innovation, and lasting impact.
We are pleased to feature her at our 1st SWEHRA awards Trailblazer Magazine 2026.
