AmiViz, a leading cybersecurity value-added distributor with a strong presence across the Middle East and Africa, has appointed Ramkumar Balakrishnan as its new Chief Executive Officer.

The appointment, announced on Thursday, is expected to accelerate the company’s expansion in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity solutions across key African markets. Balakrishnan brings over 25 years of experience in technology sales, business transformation, and regional leadership in the ICT sector.

With deep expertise in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and emerging technologies, the new CEO is expected to strengthen AmiViz’s position as a trusted partner for enterprises and government institutions looking to enhance their digital security and AI capabilities.

Commenting on his appointment, Ramkumar Balakrishnan said he is excited to lead AmiViz at a time when African organisations are rapidly increasing investments in cybersecurity and AI to protect their digital assets and drive innovation.

“Our focus will be on delivering practical, high-impact solutions that address the real security and technology challenges faced by businesses across Africa,” he stated.

AmiViz has grown significantly in recent years, partnering with global technology leaders to provide advanced cybersecurity, networking, and cloud solutions. The company has a strong distribution network spanning the Middle East and several African countries, serving a wide range of enterprises and public sector clients.

Industry analysts see this leadership change as a strategic move to position AmiViz for stronger growth as demand for AI-powered security tools continues to rise across the continent.

  Balakrishnan is expected to assume his role immediately and will be based at the company’s headquarters in Dubai, while maintaining close oversight of operations across Africa. The company says this appointment reinforces its commitment to supporting Africa’s digital transformation journey through world-class cybersecurity and AI solutions.