Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a business of Cassava Technologies, has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer for its Zambia operations, effective April 1, 2026, marking a strategic move to accelerate growth and digital infrastructure development in the country.
The appointment reflects the company’s broader ambition to strengthen its leadership position in Zambia while expanding its footprint across the region. With more than two decades of experience spanning telecommunications, financial services, and media, the new CEO brings a track record of driving business transformation and delivering results in competitive markets.
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Company leadership described the appointment as a critical step in advancing Liquid’s next phase of growth. The CEO of Sub-Saharan Africa at Cassava Technologies emphasized that strong leadership will be key to scaling operations, enhancing service delivery, and deepening the company’s impact in Zambia’s fast-evolving digital economy. The new chief executive began her career in banking before transitioning into telecommunications, where she gained experience across multiple African markets. She later played a pivotal role in launching Zambia’s first 4G LTE network as part of a founding telecom team, helping to shape the country’s mobile connectivity landscape.
Her career also includes senior leadership roles in the media sector, where she oversaw commercial strategy, customer experience, and overall business operations, ultimately serving as managing director. These roles provided her with extensive experience in customer engagement, market expansion, and organizational leadership. Speaking on her appointment, she expressed enthusiasm about joining Liquid at a time of transformation for the sector. She highlighted the importance of customer-focused strategies, collaboration across diverse teams, and innovation in driving sustainable growth.
Liquid Intelligent Technologies has positioned itself as a leading provider of pan-African digital infrastructure, operating an extensive fiber broadband network spanning more than 110,000 kilometers. The company also delivers satellite connectivity, cloud services, and cybersecurity solutions, supporting both public and private sector clients across Africa and beyond.
Industry analysts note that leadership changes at major telecom and technology firms often signal renewed focus on market expansion, digital inclusion, and infrastructure investment. Zambia, in particular, is seen as a key growth market, with increasing demand for high-speed internet, enterprise solutions, and digital services.
The new CEO’s appointment comes at a time when digital transformation is accelerating across Africa, with companies investing heavily in connectivity, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Liquid’s continued investment in leadership and infrastructure is expected to play a significant role in shaping Zambia’s digital future and strengthening its position within the regional technology ecosystem.
