How Namutebi Shamirah Built Mirah Metal Fabrications Into a Multi-Million Business in Uganda

Are you a business owner, corporate leader, or someone with a story others need to hear? We'd love to feature you on our show! Contact us today via WhatsApp at +1 469 278 1138 or call +256 704 233 306. In this episode of CEO Insights Uganda, we talk to Namutebi Shamirah, the CEO of Mirah Metal Fabrications, a groundbreaking company that’s empowering women through metalwork. With a passion for craftsmanship and a deep commitment to uplifting her community, Shamirah has created a space where women can learn and thrive in the metalworking industry. Her company isn’t just about producing high-quality metal products—it's about breaking barriers and providing women with valuable vocational skills in a traditionally male-dominated field. In addition to her work at Mirah Metal Fabrications, Shamirah has contributed her expertise to major projects like the Ham Agro Processing Industry and the Mandela National Stadium. Through her innovative approach to mentorship and leadership, Shamirah has earned recognition from global institutions like the World Bank and the United Nations, who support her mission of social change and economic empowerment. Tune in to discover Shamirah’s incredible journey and learn why she is so invested in her work as she continues to shape the future of metalwork and women’s empowerment. *Episode Chapters* 00:00 Intro 01:19 On Mirah Metal Fabrication's USP 02:30 On how she started the business 07:51 On what people said when she moved from Law to Metal Work 11:50 On how the World Bank picked interest in her work 16:54 On how the World Bank referred her to the UNCDF 17:50 On her dreams for the women 19:20 On her involvement with the Ham Agro-Processing Project and Mandela National Stadium 25:00 On the number of women she has touched through her work 28:00 On handling self-doubt 31:30 On her advice to the youth or someone afraid to start in the field 37:15 On how she markets her business 50:10 On her client breakdown 59:30 On what innovations she is using to stand out in the industry *CEO Insights Uganda with Herbert Rwabugahya is Uganda’s number one podcast.* As the most watched and fastest growing podcast, it is consistently ranked as the best Ugandan podcast, bringing the country's business landscape to life with powerful storytelling, real-life insights, and raw success stories. Dominating across YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major streaming platforms, CEO Insights Uganda has redefined the landscape for anyone searching for a Uganda podcast, podcasts about Uganda, or the best podcasts in East Africa. Whether you're searching for a Ugandan podcast, exploring podcasts about Uganda, or trying to discover the most relevant podcasts from Kampala, CEO Insights Uganda is your trusted source. This isn’t just another business podcast in Uganda—it’s a dynamic space where leaders, builders, and visionaries across every sector share their stories. From high-level CEO interviews in Uganda to deep dives with founders, investors, politicians, creators, and cultural icons, we go beyond the headlines to explore the real stories shaping Uganda’s business, politics, innovation, and society. Each episode offers a masterclass in leadership, entrepreneurship, resilience, and smart strategy, whether you're curious about real estate podcasts in Uganda, startup journeys, or how top brands in Uganda were built. If you’ve ever searched YouTube for terms like Lynn Ngugi show, The Diary Of A CEO podcast, The Ugandan Boy Talk Show, how to Start a Business in Uganda, or The Ugandan Podcast, you’ve just found your new favorite show. We don’t just talk about success—we unpack it. Expect candid discussions about challenges, breakthroughs, and decisions that have shaped some of Uganda’s most influential lives. CEO Insights Uganda is also among the most trusted Uganda news podcasts and politics in Uganda podcasts, often spotlighting public leaders and game changers driving the region forward. Filmed in Kampala but watched across Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, South Sudan, the UAE, the UK, and the US, CEO Insights Uganda is a pan-African platform with global reach. Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, policy thinker, or just passionate about Uganda’s transformation, this show gives you the rare, raw, and real stories that define East Africa’s future. *For business inquiries or guest recommendations, reach out via WhatsApp at +1 469 278 1138, call +256 704 233 306, or email herbert.rwabugahya@yahoo.com*