Dr. Rufaro Nyakatawa

Market Development Lead - Africa | Jersey Finance 

Dr. Rufaro Nyakatawa serves as the Market Development Lead – Africa for Jersey Finance, where she drives impactful connections between Africa and Jersey's Financial Services industry. Her mission is to enable Jersey to play a significant role in Africa's growth story while seamlessly linking Africa to the international financial ecosystem. With over 25 years of diverse leadership experience in the financial services sector across South Africa, the continent, and globally, she is a seasoned professional and a trailblazer in her field. Her career journey has been defined by her expertise in business strategy, financial advisory, and innovative solutions which has taken her across multiple African nations, enriching her with firsthand insights and a deep understanding of the continent's unique opportunities and challenges. 

Rufaro is the celebrated author of Doing Business in Africa, a practical guide for navigating opportunities in the region, and a contributing author to the 11th edition of The Practical Guide to Offshore Investments. Through her writing and thought leadership, she provides actionable insights for businesses seeking to make a meaningful impact in Africa. 

In addition she is committed to making a difference beyond the boardroom. She serves as a Non-Executive Director on several boards and actively supports startups and nonprofit organisations. A mentor and a natural connector, she empowers individuals and organisations to unlock their full potential. Rufaro’s unique blend of expertise, global perspective, and passion for Africa's prosperity makes her an inspiring speaker and a leading voice on Africa's role in shaping the future of international finance.