Speaker Profile: Lukonga Lindunda

_{^{Lukonga Lindunda is a visionary technology leader with over 16 years of experience driving innovation and digital transformation across Africa. As the Executive Director and Co-founder of the BongoHive Group, he builds dynamic ecosystems that empower entrepreneurs to develop locally relevant tech solutions and thrive in a digital landscape. Under his strategic leadership, BongoHive has supported nearly 2,000 startups and MSMEs. Cementing his commitment to emerging technologies, Lukonga recently oversaw the launch of the BongoHive AI Lab and the publication of the landmark State of AI in Zambia Report 2025. The BongoHive portfolio also includes BongoHive Consult—a digital transformation consultancy—and BongoHive Co-working. Additionally, Lukonga serves as a Non-Executive Director for ZAMTEL, Zambia’s leading telecommunications provider. His deep expertise in secure mobile solutions, data-driven innovation, and AI infrastructure is highly relevant to the intersection of technology and tourism. Lukonga provides invaluable insight into how Africa’s tech ecosystems can drive the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Extended Reality (XR). He is uniquely positioned to discuss how destinations can leverage these tools for targeted marketing, immersive storytelling, and building traveler trust within ethical digital ecosystems.}}