Dr. McLean Sibanda

Dr. McLean Sibanda is an accomplished academic and professional with extensive experience in innovation, intellectual property, and infrastructure development. Currently serving as an Adjunct Professor at the University of South Africa, Dr. Sibanda also lectures on Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Africa University and holds a Council Member position at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. As Managing Director of Bigen Global Limited, Dr. Sibanda oversees one of Africa's leading infrastructure development companies, while also contributing as Non-Executive Director at the Africa Health Research Institute and Chairman of the Board at Qualibasic Seed Company. Dr. Sibanda's previous roles include Vice Chairperson of the HySA Advisory Board, Chairperson of the National Intellectual Property Management Office, and President of the Advisory Council for IASP. Academic achievements include a Doctor of Laws in Intellectual Property Law and multiple degrees in engineering and law from esteemed institutions.