Fawzia Ali

Biography

Fawzia Ali is a leader in the fast-moving consumer goods and telecommunications sectors, currently serving as chief consumer business officer at Safaricom PLC, a leading technology company in Africa. Her two-decade professional journey spans finance, marketing, sales, customer experience, product development, and enhancing engagement through personalised communication. She is a certified public accountant and certified coach and holds a master’s degree in finance.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Fawzia is committed to community development and is involved in various philanthropic initiatives, having served as a trustee of the Safaricom Foundation (2015-2022), a director of the Rotary Club Lavington Jioni (2022-2023), and a director of Moving the Goalposts (2018-2023), a nonprofit that seeks to empower adolescent girls and young women in the rural coastal region of Kenya through football. She is a passionate advocate for digital transformation and mentors aspiring leaders, particularly women in technology, inspiring them to break barriers and excel in their careers.