A young girl from Malindi won the Presidential innovation award $3000 (GiSave) Gheida Abdala Ep 02

In this episode of the Islamically Correct podcast, we sit down with Gheida Abdala Omar, a young innovator whose relationship with money was shaped early by scarcity, resilience, and faith. Growing up in Malindi, Gheida experienced firsthand what it meant to dream while lacking financial security from struggling with school fees to relying on scholarships throughout her education. She shares how being the first in her family to complete her studies changed the way she viewed money, responsibility, and independence. Gheida opens up about the moment her financial reality shifted after winning the Presidential Innovation Award, receiving KES 500,000, and how that experience taught her the power — and responsibility — of wealth when guided by purpose. Today, as the founder of GiSave, Gheida is intentionally building halal wealth while reinvesting it into empowering young people through STEM education. This conversation explores money mistakes, financial growth, breaking generational cycles, and the role of faith in creating barakah. It’s a powerful reminder that money, when aligned with intention and iman, can become a tool for impact far beyond yourself. Help us spotlight meaningful Muslim money stories: 👉 Suggest a guest here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... Follow us on: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/islamically... TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@islamicallyco... X https://x.com/icpodke The Host https://www.instagram.com/throughmaya... 📩 For guest features, partnerships, or inquiries: Email: [email protected] 💬 Join the conversation—comment, share, and let us know what you learned. ⚠️ Disclaimer: Content shared is for educational purposes and does not constitute financial advice.