Mr Gerald Zhakata

With a distinguished career marked by results-oriented leadership, Mr. Zhakata has successfully spearheaded projects that optimise operational efficiency, secure capital, and unlock new market opportunities. Renowned for his ability to navigate complex challenges and lead high-performance teams, he combines visionary strategy with analytical precision to deliver measurable impact.

His passion lies in leveraging technology—particularly artificial intelligence, machine learning, and FinTech innovations—to enhance business operations and empower organisations to thrive in today’s digital economy.

Academic & Professional Excellence:

PhD Candidate in Statistics – University of Eswatini. Specialisation: FinTech, Bayesian Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Bayesian Statistics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Financial Markets, Large Language Models (LLM), Corporate Finance, Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).

Harvard Business School – Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Leadership.

Master of Science in Statistics & Operations, Master’s Degree in Economics, Master’s Degree in Marketing Strategy, Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Economics.

Areas of Expertise: Corporate Finance & Capital Markets, Advanced Analytics & AI, Business Strategy & Growth, Leadership & Transformation, FinTech & Innovation.