John Sakala

John Josiah Sakala is a visionary technology leader and seasoned executive, now serving as CEO and Co-Founder of Chat Cash. Formerly the company’s CTO, John assumed the CEO role on 9 February 2025, succeeding co-founder Melisa Magwizi, and continues to drive Chat Cash’s mission to revolutionize customer support through cutting-edge AI solutions. With a deep background in software engineering and artificial intelligence, John has been instrumental in architecting the company’s scalable, multilingual platform, which serves SMEs and membership-based organizations across emerging markets. A strategic innovator, John blends technical expertise with entrepreneurial acumen to propel Chat Cash’s growth. Under his leadership as CTO, he built the robust infrastructure powering AI-driven virtual assistants tailored to local language and cultural nuances. Now as CEO, he focuses on scaling the company’s impact, forging global partnerships, and advancing its position as a leader in accessible, affordable customer service solutions. His track record of delivering high-impact projects and leading cross-functional technical teams has cemented Chat Cash’s reputation as a future unicorn poised to transform Africa’s tech landscape. John’s career is defined by his ability to translate technical vision into market-ready innovations. Prior to Chat Cash, he led successful AI implementations across fintech, healthcare, and e-commerce sectors. His relentless focus on adaptive, localized technology ensures Chat Cash remains at the forefront of solving real-world challenges for underserved markets. Combining hands-on engineering prowess with executive leadership, John is steering the company toward global scalability while maintaining its commitment to empowering businesses in emerging economies.