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Dr. Chanda Mwila
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Economist & Policy Strategist

Dr. Chanda Mwila

International Master Speaker

Lusaka, Lusaka · Zambia22 years of experienceEnglish · Bemba · French

Summary

Professional Summary

Dr. Chanda Mwila is an internationally recognized economist, policy strategist, and master keynote speaker advising governments and Fortune 500 firms across Africa.

Biography

Professional Biography

Dr. Chanda Mwila brings 22 years of senior advisory experience across central banks, multilateral institutions, and African corporates. She is widely sought for her ability to translate complex economic dynamics into clear, decision-grade insight for boards, parliaments, and global summits. As a TGSN Master Speaker, she has keynoted in over 30 countries and serves as a Fellow of the Africa Leadership Institute.

Topics

Speaking Topics

Economic Policy

Governance

Africa Rising

Leadership

Strategy

Signature

Signature Presentations

01

Africa's Economic Future

02

Beyond Aid: Building Sovereign Prosperity

03

Leading in Turbulent Markets

Expertise

Areas of Expertise

GovernanceBusinessPoliticsLeadershipCommunication

Clients

Clients & Organizations Served

African Development Bank
World Bank
Bank of Zambia
Standard Bank
AU Commission

Career

Professional Experience

  1. 2018 — Present

    Principal Strategist

    Pan-African Policy Group

  2. 2008 — 2018

    Senior Economist

    Bank of Zambia

Credentials

Education & Qualifications

  • PhD, Development Economics — LSE
  • MSc Economics — Oxford
  • BA — University of Zambia

Certifications

TGSN & Professional Certifications

CGS

PGS

MGS

Engagements

Speaking History

African Economic Forum
World Bank Spring Meetings
Davos Africa House

Honors

Awards & Recognition

  • Africa's Most Influential Women in Finance
  • TGSN Master Speaker of the Year 2024

Authorship

Publications

  • Sovereign Africa (Book)
  • Quarterly Economic Outlook

Gallery

Media Gallery

Video

Video Showcase

Praise

Testimonials

"Dr. Mwila changed how our board thinks about the continent."

P. NkanduChair, Africa Capital Partners

Media

Media Features

CNBC Africa
BBC World
Reuters Africa

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