Our Leadership

Guided by a team of seasoned executives with a passion for African growth and innovation.

Executive Team

Portrait of Lusungu Gondwe

Lusungu Gondwe

Chief Executive Officer

Founder and visionary behind Ritz Holdings, Lusungu is a legal and corporate strategist with over 15 years of experience. He holds a degree from the University of Malawi and Harvard Law School (Exec Ed). He is also a Certified Arbitrator and Managing Partner of Ritz Attorneys, Malawi's largest law firm. His leadership has positioned Ritz as a national beacon of innovation, ethics, and enterprise.

Portrait of Mphatso Njala

Mphatso Njala

Chief Finance Officer

An ACCA Affiliate and digital finance leader, Mphatso has steered Ritz through fiscal transformation. With experience across banking, telecoms, oil & gas, and NGOs, he delivers financial transparency, risk management, and strategic budgeting across the Group.

Portrait of Chindikani Gondwe

Chindikani Gondwe

Chief Operating Officer

An experienced leader responsible for overseeing the company's operational processes, and ensuring an effective and smooth business operation.

Portrait of James Kamvulumvulu

James Kamvulumvulu

Chief Commercial Officer

An economist and investment expert, James drives the Group's commercial strategy. He has a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience with organizations like the World Bank and MITC. He leads business growth, market expansion, and investment mobilization.

Portrait of Tapiwa Mvula

Tapiwa Mvula

Company Secretary

A governance and compliance expert responsible for legal oversight and board advisory functions. She is a law graduate from the Catholic University of Malawi and plays a pivotal role in maintaining Ritz's regulatory and ethical integrity.