About

davie simwaba is an accomplished public health leader known for his outstanding leadership, mentorship, and technical expertise in disease surveillance and outbreak preparedness. He is highly motivated, professional, and reliable, consistently demonstrating a strong commitment to public health surveillance and the use of advanced software systems. His colleagues commend his exceptional skills and dedication to excellence in his field.

Recommendations

Experience

10

"A great Public Health professional and a mentor to many In the Public Health space."

lole elephant

9/10/2026
8

"My leadership and management style was greatly shaped by his objectivity and robust approach in seening goals are attained.His public health knowledge surely steered much in majority of us and we stand as testimony."

Suwi Simuwalizi

9/4/2026
Provided a score of  
2
  for davie simwaba

desire somda

8/27/2026
Provided a score of  
8
  for davie simwaba

Justine Mulimo

7/22/2026
6

"Dedicated Public Health Specialist !"

Christopher Dube

7/20/2026
10

"Excellent leadership skills"

james Katawa

7/18/2026
Provided a score of  
4
  for davie simwaba

paul nkole

7/16/2026
Provided a score of  
8
  for davie simwaba

natasha soteli

7/16/2026
10

"I have evolved in disease surveillance and emergency response in outbreaks which was after trainings in eIDSR a disease surveillance program spearheaded by Dr Davie Simwaaba"

Siegfrid Muyenga

7/16/2026
10

"I admire Dr. Davie Simwaba’s professionalism and objectivity, he was my supervisor and I continue to rely on his mentorship."

Tougma Serge Alain

7/12/2026
Provided a score of  
8
  for davie simwaba

Richard Mwansa

7/12/2026
Provided a score of  
8
  for davie simwaba

Nicky Simfukwe

7/12/2026
10

"An accomplished Public Health Specialist .A trailblazer in setting up Public health Systems that are practical during emergencies and full of desire to see a disease free nation"

10

"Highly skilled, intelligent and very reliable productive professional"

6

"Dr Simwaba is very polite, shy, but very professional. I was his supervisor for his Master's in Infectiology."

Yahya Kandeh

7/5/2026
10

"A seasoned Public health surveillance expert"

musonda malama

7/4/2026
10

"Happy to endorse Davie"

Francisn Mbulo

7/1/2026
10

"Public health scienctis and seasoned disease surveillance officer"

brian simwaba

6/30/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for davie simwaba

Cosmas Sakala

6/30/2026
8

"Grounded in epidemiology and public health"

10

"Very hard working and inspirational to many"

Masuzyo Ngoma

6/30/2026
10

"An exceptional professional who is an amazing colleague. His experience and insight make him a great asset and team member."

Noel Khunga

6/28/2026
8

"Davie is a public health professional who is a mentor, trainer and expert in public health. He brings vast experience in public health emergency management across sub Saharan Africa and beyond."

Priscilla Gardner

6/28/2026
10

"Highly skilled and professional"

David chanda

6/26/2026
10

"Great"

chanda simukoko

6/26/2026
2

"Outstanding leadership and mentorship skills"

Annette Mumbo

6/25/2026
Provided a score of  
4
  for davie simwaba

Ante Mutati

6/25/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for davie simwaba

Ellison Kanosha

6/25/2026
Provided a score of  
8
  for davie simwaba

musole chipoya

6/24/2026
10

"I have had the privilege of working closely with Dr. Davie Simwaba since 2019 and have consistently been impressed by his exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to public health surveillance. He possesses broad and in-depth knowledge of surveillance systems, outbreak detection and response, epidemiology, and public health program management.

One of his greatest strengths is his willingness to shares his knowledge and experience, creating opportunities for colleagues to learn, grow, and excel in their respective roles. His guidance has contributed significantly to strengthening surveillance capacity and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the public health workforce.

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Mulenga Namuyemba

6/19/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for davie simwaba

isaac chirwa

6/18/2026
10

"He is a great leader "

10

"I am pleased to endorse Dr. Davie Simwaba, Director of Surveillance at the Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI). Dr. Simwaba is an accomplished public health leader with extensive experience in disease surveillance, outbreak preparedness and response, public health emergency management, and health security. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership in strengthening surveillance systems, improving data-driven decision-making, and enhancing Zambia's capacity to detect and respond to public health threats.

Dr. Simwaba possesses outstanding technical expertise, strategic vision, and a strong commitment to public health excellence. His ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate diverse stakeholders, and translate surveillance data into effective public health action has contributed significantly to strengthening national health security and emergency preparedness. He is also a dedicated mentor who consistently supports capacity building and professional development within the public health workforce.

I have the highest regard for Dr. Simwaba's professionalism, integrity, and leadership, and I strongly endorse him for any opportunity, program, or position for which he is being considered."

Grace Tembo

6/15/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for davie simwaba

Naomi Mwanza

6/15/2026
10

"Very motivated and hardworking "

Cleopatra mwamba

6/15/2026
10

"He is professional and realible"

2

"latest and advanced soft ware"

milly phiri

6/12/2026
10

"Excellent "

  • I highly recommend him, excellent managerial skills , key performance abilities

Richard Chirwa

6/12/2026
10

"I highly recommend him for excellence in what he does. "

Aliness Kbanda

6/12/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for davie simwaba

Lusungu Chirwa

6/12/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for davie simwaba