Prof. Lucian Msambichaka is a highly respected economist and agricultural expert with decades of experience in academia, public administration, and investment management. He holds a BSc in Agriculture from the University of Dar es Salaam, along with an MSc and PhD from Leipzig University in Germany. 

He is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Dar es Salaam, where he has made significant contributions to economic research, policy formulation, and capacity building in Tanzania. His leadership extends beyond academia, having served as the Chairman of the National Committee for the Preparation of Tanzania’s 50-Year Development Plan, a role that underscores his deep involvement in shaping the country's long-term economic vision. 

Prof. Msambichaka is a member of the Agricultural Economics Society of Tanzania, the Economics Society of Tanzania, and the African Association of Public Administration and Management. He also serves as the Chairman of AFRIPRISE’s Board Investment Committee, providing strategic guidance on investment decisions. 

Throughout his career, he has chaired several prominent boards and organizations, including the Morogoro Leather Goods Board of Directors, the Financial Services and Enterprises Development Association, the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) Board, Moshi University College of Cooperative and Business Studies, the Business Registration and Licensing Agency (BRELA), the Rufiji Basin Development Authority (RUBADA), the Institute of Social Work Board of Governors, and the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC). 

With his extensive expertise in economic planning, governance, and investment, Prof. Msambichaka brings unparalleled insight and strategic leadership to the AFRIPRISE Board, ensuring sustainable growth and impactful decision-making.