Zaitun Namuwonge

Zaitun Namuwonge is a passionate social entrepreneur. She is the Managing Director and Co-founder of Afro Lube Limited, a Ugandan enterprise that mitigates the environmental challenges and impact posed by improper disposal of used engine oil with a mission to provide a sustainable solution to managing used engine oil through recycling it to produce high-quality engine oil called Afro Oil with products like Petrol oil, 2-T oil, Diesel oil and Automatic transmission fluid.

Afro Lube Limited has so far recycled over 906,000 liters of used engine oil reducing contamination and contributing to a cleaner environment by diverting used engine oil away from water sources, animals and damaging soil properties, and this aligns with several UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, SDG 14: life below water and SDG 15: Life on Land The business not only prevents environmental pollution but also promotes responsible waste management and reduces Uganda’s reliance on oil imports, contributing to a sustainable future.

Zaitun’s leadership extends beyond Afro Lube. Her degree in community psychology fuels her dedication to foster positive social change. This passion is evident in her founding of the Jalia Kagingo Diabetes Foundation, named after her mother, which offers essential medical care and support to those living with diabetes. A leader who values integrity and collaboration, Zaitun fosters a positive work environment at Afro Lube while striving to create a cleaner, healthier future for both the environment and the community.