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Chris Masikati

Deputy Secretary, AI Institute Africa

Cloud Security Architect & AI Specialist

Chris is a seasoned IT professional with over 35 years of experience in electrical engineering and IT, recognized for his success in delivering complex projects. His career includes significant work in Zimbabwe, where he led infrastructure projects at Chinhoyi University of Technology, Great Zimbabwe University, and Midlands State University, as well as serving as UNDP Project Manager for the Ministry of Health's ePMS and PMFS hospital initiative. Now based in the diaspora, Chris is an Oracle Cloud Security Architect and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Generative AI Professional, consulting for an S&P 500 IT company. He has deep expertise in Oracle Cloud security, generative AI, and IT infrastructure, all applied with a solution-oriented approach to meet evolving business needs. As a thought leader committed to advancing Africa’s tech landscape, Chris is an advocate for the “Solution First” brand mantra, and he actively supports the growth of AI expertise across the continent. His academic background includes an MBA in Technology Management, an MSc in Computer Science, and a BSc in Electrical Engineering.