As of September 1, 2025, the Board of Zambia Airports Corporation Limited (ZACL) has appointed Mr. Urvesh J. Desai as Managing Director of the company to continue the repositioning of the organization and “align airport development with national tourism goals to position Zambia as a leading regional destination.”
The appointment of Mr. Desai, according to the airport company, “underscores the Board’s commitment to continuity in leadership and strategic alignment with national and regional development priorities.”
“Mr. Desai brings to ZACL a wealth of extensive leadership experience, having served in senior executive roles across diverse sectors in Ghana and Zambia. His proven track record in financial strategy, organisational transformation and corporate governance will play a key role in reinforcing ZACL’s efforts to position Zambia as a leading aviation hub in the region”, says the ZACL.
Mr. Desai’s global outlook, paired with his understanding of the local environment, will lead ZACL to its next phase of growth and transformation. This aligns strongly with ZACL’s vision to modernise airport infrastructure, enhance service delivery, and drive sustainable growth in the aviation sector.
Mr. Zevyanji Sinkala, ZACL Board Chairperson stated that: “Mr. Desai joins at a pivotal time for the Corporation. We are confident that under his leadership, ZACL will scale greater heights. His expertise in financial oversight and operational delivery will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our commercial footprint, including expanding connectivity, and enhancing customer experience across all our airports.”
Mr. Desai has promised to “position ZACL not only as a gateway to possibilities, but as a competitive aviation leader in Africa.” According to the airport operator, Mr. Desai arrived at “a time when the Corporation is focusing on post- pandemic recovery, optimising airport investments, and increasing non-aeronautical revenues.”