Mary Helda Akongo

Donor Relations @FundiBots. Service Design. Ex -E.Africa CA @oneyoungworld. Ex-Chief Fixer @zimbawomen. 25 under 25 awardee @internetsociety

[Martha Ahumuza @MarthaAhumuza]

I have a story about how bad the healthcare system in Uganda is and how that should concern all of us because anyone can be a victim. It should probably be a video or storytime thing guys do but I'll make it a thread.

[Mary Helda Akongo @MaryHelda]

It was an honour. Thank you for inviting us to share our story.

[Rotary Kampala North @rckampalanorth]

We wish to thank the donor Relations Manager @MaryHelda from @FundiBots for honoring our invitation to club.
It was an exciting conversation and engagement.
#RotaryKlaNorthMeets
#RotaryEyamba
#unite4good9213

[Fundi Bots @FundiBots]

We're excited to have our Donor Relations Manager representing us @MaryHelda and honored by the invite. Do join this insightful conversation physically or virtually 🖥
#WeareFundi

[Rotary Kampala North @rckampalanorth]

Mark your Monday with us.
✨ Don’t miss this engaging session on how STEM education and hands-on learning are shaping the future as
Buddy Group: Kamwokya in charge
#RotaryKlaNorthMeets

[Mary Helda Akongo @MaryHelda]

@ImaniMulungi Amen! Love you too.

[Sher @Sherrytums]

Some people come into your life and leave footprints that never fade. @MaryHelda is one of those people.

Mary was one of the very first employees at @ZimbaWomen fresh out of university, full of fire, and deeply passionate about women’s empowerment. We had the honor of being her very first employer, and from day one, it was clear she didn’t just join a company: she embraced a mission. She breathed it, lived it, and carried so many of our programs and projects on her back with grace, excellence, and unwavering purpose.

Through her work at Zimba, Mary championed digital inclusion, gender advocacy, and social innovation. Her efforts not only shaped our organization but rippled out into the wider ecosystem. Her impact has been felt far and wide, from grassroots communities to international platforms. She has been recognized as a 25 Under 25 Awardee by the @internetsociety and won several accolades, both locally and abroad. She is a shining example of what brilliance, commitment, and a heart for community can achieve.

Now, Mary is heading to @Cambridge_Uni one of the world’s most prestigious institutions, to pursue a degree that will only amplify the impact she has already made. This opportunity is a launching pad, and it comes at a time when Uganda needs bold, thoughtful, and visionary leaders like her more than ever.

I could not be prouder of Mary. She is proof that when women are empowered, they become unstoppable forces of change. And now, she needs our support to take this next giant leap.

Please take a moment to give to her GoFundMe campaign:
👉🏽 https://t.co/dy3ppalUAD

Every contribution big or small brings her closer to Cambridge. I’m fully behind her and willing to support in every way I can to make this dream come true.

Let’s lift one of our own. Let’s invest in a future we all want to see.

[Feeyi @ImaniMulungi]

Make @MaryHelda 's dream come true.

Your financial contribution is more than welcome 🙏🏽 https://t.co/iSrJ9l0L2v

[Mary Helda Akongo @MaryHelda]

@Estar_K @Cambridge_Uni Thank you so much for sharing @Estar_K 💛💛

[Esther Kalenzi💫 @Estar_K]

Soo, @MaryHelda got into @Cambridge_Uni🎉💃🏾

She needs our support to raise the tuition balance.
Please contribute if you are able to and/or amplify within your circles.

For mobile money donations:
0785 438 608 [Akongo Mary Helda]

Thank you in advance.
🧡

[Amelia Martha Nakitimbo @ameliamartha1]

Support @MaryHelda to go to Cambridge.

This fundraiser is not just about going to Cambridge, it is about investing in someone who has already reached and uplifted over 50.000 women and children through her work in the social impact space ...

https://t.co/pLRDwpgKB8

[Mary Helda Akongo @MaryHelda]

@Samwyri @Sherrytums @0x @enamara @EveZalwango @qataharraymond @TheMutaD @timigod @fathermerry @PeaceKuteesa @nikita_helene @Rukwengye Thank you, everyone. 💛🙏🏾

[Mary Helda Akongo @MaryHelda]

Thank you, Sherry. 🥺💛

[Sher @Sherrytums]

Some people come into your life and leave footprints that never fade. @MaryHelda is one of those people.

Mary was one of the very first employees at @ZimbaWomen fresh out of university, full of fire, and deeply passionate about women’s empowerment. We had the honor of being her very first employer, and from day one, it was clear she didn’t just join a company: she embraced a mission. She breathed it, lived it, and carried so many of our programs and projects on her back with grace, excellence, and unwavering purpose.

Through her work at Zimba, Mary championed digital inclusion, gender advocacy, and social innovation. Her efforts not only shaped our organization but rippled out into the wider ecosystem. Her impact has been felt far and wide, from grassroots communities to international platforms. She has been recognized as a 25 Under 25 Awardee by the @internetsociety and won several accolades, both locally and abroad. She is a shining example of what brilliance, commitment, and a heart for community can achieve.

Now, Mary is heading to @Cambridge_Uni one of the world’s most prestigious institutions, to pursue a degree that will only amplify the impact she has already made. This opportunity is a launching pad, and it comes at a time when Uganda needs bold, thoughtful, and visionary leaders like her more than ever.

I could not be prouder of Mary. She is proof that when women are empowered, they become unstoppable forces of change. And now, she needs our support to take this next giant leap.

Please take a moment to give to her GoFundMe campaign:
👉🏽 https://t.co/dy3ppalUAD

Every contribution big or small brings her closer to Cambridge. I’m fully behind her and willing to support in every way I can to make this dream come true.

Let’s lift one of our own. Let’s invest in a future we all want to see.

[Esther Kalenzi💫 @Estar_K]

Sheila has raised Ugx 14,265,357, so far👏🏾🎉
We can help her get this surgery.

Please donate if you are able to,
and/or share the poster so that it can reach more people.

Contribute via:

Momo Code: 410731
Airtel number: 0759 621030
[Sheila Nabuuma Wavamunno]

Thank you 🧡

[Feeyi @ImaniMulungi]

The idea of an Endo Fund for women to access resources for multiple surgeries is on my mind, but as I figure out how to do that, please come through for my friend Sheila.

This is her second major surgery needed by July 14th.

You loved her in this episode. Support her now🙏🏽

[Mary Helda Akongo @MaryHelda]

@solomonking Now you're ready just showing off. 😏

[Solomon King #FreeBesigye @solomonking]

A Million Fireflies

[A Skoll World Forum reflection thread]
---

About a month ago, I sat down with our mental health provider at Fundi Bots.

We were beginning 2025 after a very complex end to 2024 and my mind was churning with pretty significant decisions I needed to make.

🧵

[Solomon King #FreeBesigye @solomonking]

[notes]

Our Fundi Bots mental health support was championed by @MaryHelda and generously supported by the Imago Dei Fund as part of their larger support for our education work in Ugandan schools and communities.

[Mary Helda Akongo @MaryHelda]

@jesadairy Your lactose free milk is amaaaaazzzingggggg. Thank you for catering to us lactose intolerant people.

Can you also make lactose free yoghurt, butter and ice cream? Pretty pleaseeeeeee? 🥹

[Solomon King #FreeBesigye @solomonking]

Fundi Bots since 2014:

60,928 students trained
1,197 teachers trained & supported
284 schools in our network.