Samali Nakirya
Community-centered infrastructure specialist who turns complex projects into shared value.
Samantha is a London and Nairobi-based ESG and Social Impact Consultant with over 10 years of experience delivering major capital projects across the EMEA region. She specializes in embedding social value and sustainability into the lifecycle of infrastructure, transport, and regeneration sectors, with a proven track record of securing community licenses and mitigating reputational risks for high-stakes developments. Her background includes managing an £8 million social value impact tenure at Arriva Rail London, overseeing large-scale regeneration projects at ISG Ltd and Wates Residential, and facilitating complex multi-stakeholder coalitions through Citizens UK.
Samantha holds an MA in Anthropology and Community Development and has successfully raised significant funds from international donors like USAID and the EU for community infrastructure projects in East Africa. Supporting her cross-regional expertise, she is proficient in English, Luganda, and Swahili.


