Daniel Simwaba, PhD

Daniel Simwaba, PhD

Economist & Strategic Advisor

danielsimwaba@yahoo.com+260 770 288 073
Zambia
LinkedIn Profile
8+
Years of Experience
5
International Projects
$200K
Investment Facilitated
15+
Corporations

Professional Summary

Economist and Strategic Advisor with over 8 years of experience driving institutional excellence and economic growth across Sub-Saharan Africa. Specializing in investment analysis, ESG consulting, digital transformation, and policy strategy. Proven track record in facilitating investments, managing corporate governance, and leading digital transformation initiatives. PhD in Business Management with advanced degrees in Financial Engineering and Finance.

Education

PhD in Business Management

University of Zambia

2022 - 2026Completed

Master of Science in Financial Engineering

Worldquant University

2026

Master of Science in Finance (Financial Services)

ZCAS University

2020

Bachelor's in Economics

Mulungushi University

2017

Professional Experience

Strategic Advisor & Consultant

Independent Practice

Zambia

2020 - Present
  • •Provide strategic advisory services across investment, policy, and digital transformation
  • •Facilitate investment opportunities in energy and other key sectors
  • •Advise corporations on governance and performance optimization
  • •Lead ESG assessment and sustainability strategy development
  • •Design and deliver capacity building programs

International Project Consultant

Various Organizations

Multi-Country

2018 - Present
  • •Mauritius: Financial sector development
  • •South Africa: Startup ecosystem building
  • •Namibia: Policy and regulation
  • •China: Industry innovation and fintech research
  • •Ghana: Economic and debt management

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

  • Market Data Analysis
  • Financial Modeling
  • Policy Analysis
  • ESG Assessment
  • Investment Due Diligence
  • Geospatial Technology

Strategic Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Corporate Governance
  • Digital Transformation
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Change Management
  • Risk Assessment

Sector Expertise

  • Finance & Banking
  • Energy & Utilities
  • Mining & Resources
  • Public Sector
  • Technology
  • Agriculture

International Experience

MauritiusSouth AfricaNamibiaChinaGhana

Professional Affiliations

  • Member, Economics Association of Zambia
  • Member, African Finance Association
  • Certified ESG Practitioner
  • Member, Institute of Directors Zambia

Interested in Working Together?

Let's discuss how my expertise can help your organization achieve its strategic objectives.