Sheila Gashumba is a multi-talented media personality from Uganda. She is the host of the entertainment program NBS After5 on NBS Television.
Apart from being a media personality, Sheila is a dancer, model, businesswoman, and social media influencer.
She is an amazing personality that everyone needs to know. Here’s everything that you want to know about Sheila Gashumba.
Who Is Sheila Gashumba?
Sheila Gashumba is a Ugandan Tv host, entertainer, model, and businesswoman. She is one of the youngest journalists from Uganda who has reached heights within a few years of her career in the media industry.
Sheila Gashumba Nyinashumba Carol Sheila popularly known as Sheila Gashumba was born on February 7, 1996. Although her parents were from Rwanda, she was born in Uganda. She is the daughter of Cherie Gashumba and Frank Gashumba.
Sheila’s parents divorced after she was born, and as a result, she was raised by her father Frank Gashumba, who has been essential in her life by guiding her and pushing her to different levels of success.
What Is Sheila Gashumba’s Educational Background?
Her early education was from Little Angels Nakasero, later in Taibah International. She completed her primary education at City Parents Primary.
Going to Mount St. Mary’s was one of Sheila’s goals. She returned to Kabojja International school after some time. She then enrolled in a University to pursue a degree.
But her busy career prevented her from pursuing both. She later joined a South African institution for a course relevant to her work.
How Did Sheila Gashumba Begin Her Career In Media?
Sheila began her television career at the age of 10, working as a reporter and news anchor for a children’s program on the WBS network. Sheila was the youngest presenter on a team of five, and two years later she was promoted to a live entertainment program called Teens Club.
She eventually started working for NTV on a show called T-NATION, and a few years later she was promoted to co-host a brand new program called NTV The Beat.
Sheila Gashumba, a 25-year-old Ugandan TV personality, entertainer, model, and businesswoman, was formally introduced by NBS Television as the newest participant in the NBA After 5 program.
Sheila Gashumba achieved another milestone in 2007 when she became the youngest journalist to cover the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Kampala, Uganda, which was presided over by the queen of England.
What Are Sheila Gashumba’s Talents Beyond Journalism?
Sheila Gashumba is a multi-talented personality who has developed an interest in hosting recently. She is a model, dancer, social media influencer, fashionista, and more. Among the other events, she served as host for the Miss Rwanda Pageant and the Master of Card foundation school conference.
Sheila was the first Ugandan TV host to cover both the big brother Africa finals and the Channel O Music Awards, both of which took place in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2014.
She received accreditation from the BET Awards in 2017 along with a few African journalists to present the ceremony on the red carpet at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles.
Sheila is one of the most prominent social media influencers from Uganda. She has a huge following on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Sheila joined as a brand ambassador of Africell in 2017. Her image appeared on major telecom companies’ billboards and televisions throughout the nation.
Sheila was chosen by Coca-Cola to promote their premier Coke Studio Africa program, which brings together great performers from all across the continent for live collaborations that are broadcast on TV all over the continent.
When Uber began operating in Uganda in 2017, Sheila was chosen as their brand ambassador.
What Charities Has Sheila Gashumba Given Out To?
Sheila founded YOUNG BODY BIG HEARTS, a non-profit organization, in 2012. She affirms her commitment to giving back to society and says nothing compares to seeing a child smile.
The organization that Sheila founded sponsors annual charity events and donates to many charitable homes. She hosted charitable fundraising events through her organization at the Sheraton Hotel, with the former prime minister.
Who Is Sheila Gashumba Dating Now?
Sheila Gashuma has been in a relationship with the popular Ugandan musician Rickman Manrick. The couple has been dating for about 2 years as of 2023. They have no children together.
Sheila had another relationship in the past. She was alleged to be in a relationship with God’s Plan Marcus Lwanga and with the Ugandan rapper Fik Fameica. But both relationships ended in breakups.
How Much Is Sheila Gashumba’s Net Worth?
As of 2022, Sheila Gashumba is supposed to have an estimated net worth of $7 million. Being a multi-talented youngster Sheila has various sources of income such as the media, brand promotions, Youtube, and other events.
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Sheila Gashumba – Awards And Achievements
In 2012, Sheila was awarded the Super Talent Award for most gifted teen and in the following year her show got the Best Tenniez Award
In 2015, she was awarded the Kampala entertainment awards in the category of most stylish presented and most creative teen. In the following years, she achieved many awards and honors such as the Abryanz Style and Fashion Award, the Ugandan Entertainment award, etc.
Sheila Gashumba – Controversies
Because of being a media personality, Sheila had come across various controversies. One of them was with the urban TV personality Tina Fierce. Tina had sued Shela for defamation and demanded $100 million as compensation.
Sheila once criticized NTV regarding their low pay which caused her to leave the channel and the media.
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