Managing Partner AI Africa

Dr Nishal Khusial is the AI Partner Africa for Regenesys Education, and a senior technology, data, cyber-risk and forensic-tech leader with over 20 years’ experience spanning digital transformation, AI enablement, machine learning implementation, and IT investment portfolio management. He holds a PhD in Digital Science & Data and is known for combining strong governance and risk expertise with practical, business-led innovation across sectors including education, fintech, manufacturing, professional services and property. Previously, he served as Chief of Strategy for the Cyber-Alliance EMEA at Forvis Mazars in South Africa and has held executive technology leadership roles, including Chief Technology Officer in international energy and manufacturing environments, where he drove cloud-enabled platform growth and embedded AI/ML into operational ecosystems. He brings a forward-looking perspective to responsible AI adoption, strategy execution, and building high-performing teams that align technology roadmaps with organisational outcomes.