Dr Nishal Khusial

Head of Digital Forensics and AI Enablement, Forvis Mazars

Dr. Nishal Khusial is a distinguished global  leader, visionary futurist, and recognized expert in technology. He drives international initiatives on cyber security-digital forensics (cyber defence), artificial intelligence, cyber transformation and strategies on digital citizenship. He is currently:

• a Board Member in the United Kingdom TSA, African Chamber of Commerce
• a Board Member of Africa-Dubai CySec International
• the Head of Digital Forensics and AI Enablement in the International firm, Forvis Mazars

Having over 20 years of experience at the forefront of technology and governance, Dr Khusial has held the roles of CEO, CTO and leadership within fortune 500 global firms. His career spans leadership in top technology, finance and audit firms across EMEA and groundbreaking contributions to fintech innovation, AI-driven strategies, and intercontinental digital finance platforms. He has contributed to the development of one of Africa’s real multimillion ZAR Platform Digital-Economies, creating a power distribution network for those without access to such amenities and assisted in enabling digital military strategies within SADC. In the realm of cyber defence, Dr. Khusial has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge solutions such as digital security blockchain-based cognition systems, AI-powered digital frameworks, and secure e-wallet technologies. He has also served as a trusted advisor to national governments, and global organizations like the United Nations and the World Food Programme, shaping technology governance and cyber-risk management strategies. A published academic and philanthropist, Dr. Khusial has collaborated with universities across Africa, contributing syllabi that have trained future leaders in data science, forensic technology, and cybersecurity. He holds a doctorate in Data Science and Technology from the University of Newport, and is certified in Digital Forensics, Cloud Architecture, Digital Forensics & Enterprise Data analytics. Dr. Khusial's currently holds position chairman of international initiatives and thought leader forums. He has previously lead initiatives like Dubai-Africa CySec Alliance, the Fintech Africa panel and is currently driving discussions on digital transformation and the global digital economy inter-Africa. His role on Africa includes assisting sovereign nations within cyber-defence, proving his influence in shaping the future of cybersecurity, technology governance and national defence. Furthermore, he is a galvanizing advocate for Africa’s Digital-Equality and accessibility landscape, previously leading Woman in AI, anti-GBV and Inclusive Fintech. Dr. Khusial brings unparalleled expertise, insight, and a forward-thinking perspective, making him the perfect guide to navigating the critical conversations shaping Africa's digital and cyber threat landscapes.