Ruvimbo is a Policy Analyst in the Africa team. Prior to joining Access Partnership, she gained experience as a Policy Analyst with Space in Africa, Open Lunar Foundation, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa where she has been responsible for research on regional space programs, business development, and policy formation. She also supports various outreach, education, and business initiatives.

Ruvimbo Samanga has been recognised as a Young Space Leader by the International Astronautical Federation. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Law, a Bachelor of Laws, and a Masters in Trade & Investment Law in Africa from the University of Pretoria.