[3] She is the co-founder and chief executive officer of MFarm Kenya Limited, an internet-based organisation that helps farmers find the best farm implements, seeds, access to weather reports and market information.
[5] Following her graduation from Strathmore University, Jamila was hired by Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI).
There, they met three other Strathmore University students, Linda Omwenga, Lillian Nduati, and Catherine Kiguru.
In November 2011, the five women won the competition, with their M-Farm application, that connects farmers with agro-suppliers, cooperatives and enables them to access current market prices for their produce in a timely manner.
[5] The group used their prize money to incorporate M-Farm Kenya Limited, with Jamila Abbas as CEO, Susan Oguya as COO.