Prof. Matthew Tsamenyi Joins Nova Business School Africa as President & CEO, Effective April 1, 2025
Nova Business School Africa is proud to announce Prof. Matthew Tsamenyi as its inaugural President & CEO, effectiveApril 1, 2025. A globally recognized academic and business strategist, Prof. Tsamenyi brings decades of experience in executive education, corporate governance, and business transformation across Africa, Asia, and Europe.
Why This Matters:
Prof. Tsamenyi’s appointment marks a significant step in establishing Nova as The Business School for Africa. With an extensive background in strategic leadership, finance, and corporate governance, he has worked with some of the world’s top institutions, advising business leaders and organizations on how to drive growth, efficiency, and sustainable impact.
Under His Leadership, Nova Will:
- Redefine business education with an approach that integrates academic rigor with real-world application.
- Develop Africa’s next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives through cutting-edge programs tailored for the continent’s unique business environment.
- Expand Nova’s global partnerships and industry collaborations to position it as a world-class business school with deep African roots.
Prof. Tsamenyi on Joining Nova:
“Africa stands at a critical moment in its economic and business transformation, and education must lead the way. Nova Business School Africa is not just about learning—it is about creating opportunities, solving real challenges, and equipping leaders to shape the continent’s future. I am honored to lead this institution as we build the next frontier of African business education.”
Nova Business School Africa is more than an academic institution—it is a catalyst for leadership and enterprise. Under Prof. Tsamenyi’s leadership, we are building an institution that delivers tangible business solutions, fosters innovation, and transforms industries across Africa.
Welcome, Prof. Tsamenyi! The next era of business education in Africa begins now.
Stay tuned for more announcements on Nova’s flagship programs, strategic partnerships, and groundbreaking initiatives under Prof. Tsamenyi’s leadership.