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I’m Sarah Luyele Njamu, an AI, data, and digital transformation executive with 25+ years of leadership experience and deep expertise in responsible AI, governance, and workforce readiness. I advise Boards, executives, governments, and regulators on turning AI ambition into executable strategies—covering operating models, governance arrangements, capability programmes, and practical adoption roadmaps. I currently lead Zambia’s national AI readiness assessment for UNESCO across policy and technical infrastructure domains, coordinating more than 70 institutions and translating evidence into actionable recommendations. Previously, I founded and scaled Compu-Connect Education into a multi-market African technology consulting and digital-learning organisation, and I’ve supported regulated financial institutions with AI literacy, automation, cybersecurity, and digital change. I also contribute to public understanding through my weekly AI column and podcast, and I’m passionate about inclusive, measurable value from AI for people and institutions.…I’m Sarah Luyele Njamu, an AI, data, and digital transformation executive with 25+ years of leadership experience and deep expertise in responsible AI, governance, and workforce readiness. I advise Boards, executives, governments, and regulators on turning AI ambition into executable strategies—covering operating models, governance arrangements, capability programmes, and practical adoption roadmaps. I currently lead Zambia’s national AI readiness assessment for UNESCO across policy and technical infrastructure domains, coordinating more than 70 institutions and translating evidence into actionable recommendations. Previously, I founded and scaled Compu-Connect Education into a multi-market African technology consulting and digital-learning organisation, and I’ve supported regulated financial institutions with AI literacy, automation, cybersecurity, and digital change. I also contribute to public understanding through my weekly AI column and podcast, and I’m passionate about inclusive, measurable value from AI for people and institutions.

Sarah Luyele Njamu

AI Strategy Consultant, AI Ethics Consultant, Project Manager, +6

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I’m Sarah Luyele Njamu, an AI, data, and digital transformation executive with 25+ years of leadership experience and deep expertise in responsible AI, governance, and workforce readiness. I advise Boards, executives, governments, and regulators on turning AI ambition into executable strategies—covering operating models, governance arrangements, capability programmes, and practical adoption roadmaps. I currently lead Zambia’s national AI readiness assessment for UNESCO across policy and technical infrastructure domains, coordinating more than 70 institutions and translating evidence into actionable recommendations. Previously, I founded and scaled Compu-Connect Education into a multi-market African technology consulting and digital-learning organisation, and I’ve supported regulated financial institutions with AI literacy, automation, cybersecurity, and digital change. I also contribute to public understanding through my weekly AI column and podcast, and I’m passionate about inclusive, measurable value from AI for people and institutions.…I’m Sarah Luyele Njamu, an AI, data, and digital transformation executive with 25+ years of leadership experience and deep expertise in responsible AI, governance, and workforce readiness. I advise Boards, executives, governments, and regulators on turning AI ambition into executable strategies—covering operating models, governance arrangements, capability programmes, and practical adoption roadmaps. I currently lead Zambia’s national AI readiness assessment for UNESCO across policy and technical infrastructure domains, coordinating more than 70 institutions and translating evidence into actionable recommendations. Previously, I founded and scaled Compu-Connect Education into a multi-market African technology consulting and digital-learning organisation, and I’ve supported regulated financial institutions with AI literacy, automation, cybersecurity, and digital change. I also contribute to public understanding through my weekly AI column and podcast, and I’m passionate about inclusive, measurable value from AI for people and institutions.

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I’m Sarah Luyele Njamu, an AI, data, and digital transformation executive with 25+ years of leadership experience and deep expertise in responsible AI, governance, and workforce readiness. I advise Boards, executives, governments, and regulators on turning AI ambition into executable strategies—covering operating models, governance arrangements, capability programmes, and practical adoption roadmaps.

I currently lead Zambia’s national AI readiness assessment for UNESCO across policy and technical infrastructure domains, coordinating more than 70 institutions and translating evidence into actionable recommendations. Previously, I founded and scaled Compu-Connect Education into a multi-market African technology consulting and digital-learning organisation, and I’ve supported regulated financial institutions with AI literacy, automation, cybersecurity, and digital change. I also contribute to public understanding through my weekly AI column and podcast, and I’m passionate about inclusive, measurable value from AI for people and institutions.

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AI RAM National Consultant at UNESCO Regional Office for Southern Africa | Zambia

May 1, 2026 - Present

Leads Zambia’s national readiness assessment for ethical, responsible, and inclusive AI adoption under the UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence. Coordinates an assessment across 11 policy domains plus technical infrastructure, integrating policy, regulation, institutions, markets, data, and societal considerations. Convenes and coordinates more than 70 institutions (ministries, regulators, universities, private sector organizations, civil society, and development partners), and converts evidence into strategic findings, implementation priorities, and recommendations for government decision-makers. Facilitates executive consultations and validation processes to align diverse stakeholder perspectives on responsible AI adoption.

Founder and Chairperson at Future of AI in Africa Global Summit

January 1, 2023 - Present

Founded and chairs a pan-African platform for high-level dialogue on AI, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and responsible innovation. Shapes market-relevant agendas and convenes policymakers, regulators, academics, business leaders, and technology experts. Builds strategic partnerships, speaker relationships, and cross-border visibility to strengthen Africa’s responsible AI ecosystem.

AI Programme Consultant at Ministry of Technology and Science | Zambia

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Supported development of Zambia’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy and implementation planning. Facilitated cross-sector consultations and contributed to governance, institutional, regulatory, and capacity-building recommendations. Helped translate AI opportunities and risks into public-sector and national development priorities, ensuring alignment to governance and readiness considerations.

Group Chief Executive Officer and Founder at Compu-Connect Education

January 1, 2008 - Present

Founded and lead an African technology consulting and learning organization across South Africa, Zambia, and other African countries. Own enterprise strategy, commercial direction, service portfolio, and regional growth priorities; originate and progress opportunities from needs analysis through solution shaping, proposals, partner mobilization, negotiation, and executive delivery oversight. Lead AI and Generative AI adoption engagements, including responsible-use frameworks, readiness assessments, use-case identification, and workflow automation. Provide multi-country programme direction with cross-functional partner teams across financial services, government, telecommunications, and education, translating emerging technology into executive briefings and scalable offerings while ensuring responsible innovation.

Lecturer, Educator and Curriculum Development Specialist at Education institutions in Zambia and Botswana

January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2008

Lectured mathematics and ICT at tertiary level and taught mathematics and computer studies at secondary level. Developed learner-centered methodologies, curricula, educational resources, and technology-enabled learning approaches.