In a strategic leadership move that reinforces its ambition to deepen Africa’s digital backbone, Liquid Intelligent Technologies has appointed Leah Nakazwe Kooma as Chief Executive Officer for its Zambia operations, effective April 1, 2026.
Her appointment signals a deliberate push by the Cassava Technologies group to accelerate growth, strengthen regional leadership, and expand access to resilient digital infrastructure across Zambia and the wider Sub-Saharan African market.
A Cross-Sector Leader Built for Scale
With over two decades of experience spanning telecommunications, financial services, and media, Leah brings a rare blend of commercial insight and operational depth to the role.
Her career trajectory reflects a consistent pattern of market-shaping impact across Africa’s evolving digital and consumer ecosystems:
- Began her career at Barclays Bank, building a strong financial services foundation
- Transitioned into telecoms with Celtel, gaining multi-market experience
- Played a foundational role at Vodafone Zambia, where she helped launch the country’s first 4G LTE network as Chief Sales and Distribution Officer
- Advanced into executive leadership at MultiChoice Zambia, rising from GOtv Commercial GM to Managing Director
This cross-industry exposure positions her uniquely at the intersection of connectivity, content, and customer experience—three pillars shaping Africa’s digital economy.
Strategic Mandate: Scaling Zambia’s Digital Future
Leah’s appointment comes at a critical time as Liquid intensifies its role as a pan-African enabler of connectivity, cloud, and cybersecurity infrastructure.
With a network spanning over 110,000 km of fibre and operations across 40+ markets, the company is increasingly central to:
- Expanding broadband access
- Powering enterprise digital transformation
- Supporting cloud and data-driven economies
- Enabling cross-border digital trade
Her leadership is expected to drive:
- Market expansion in Zambia and neighbouring regions
- Customer-centric innovation in enterprise and SME segments
- Execution of large-scale infrastructure and connectivity projects
As noted by regional leadership, her track record of delivering results and leading high-growth teams makes her pivotal to the company’s next phase.
Leadership Philosophy: Customer-Centric, Market-Aware
Leah’s leadership style is rooted in deep customer understanding and collaborative execution—a perspective shaped by her early grounding in sales, marketing, and customer service.
Her experience working across diverse African markets has also strengthened her ability to:
- Navigate complex business environments
- Align teams across cultures and functions
- Translate strategy into measurable growth outcomes
Beyond the Boardroom
In addition to her executive responsibilities, Leah plays an active role in governance and leadership development:
- Board Chair, Mulungushi International Conference Centre
- Member, Institute of Directors
- Member, Business Professional Women International
She holds a degree in Economics and Development Studies from the University of Zambia and an MBA from the University of South Wales.
BrandiQ Insight
Leah Nakazwe Kooma’s appointment reflects a broader shift across Africa’s digital economy:
leadership is increasingly being defined by cross-sector agility and the ability to integrate infrastructure, customer experience, and innovation at scale. As Zambia positions itself within Africa’s digital transformation journey, leaders like Leah are not just managing businesses – they are architects
