Prof. Ntobeko Ntusi

Prof. Ntobeko Ntusi is President and Chief Executive Officer of the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and Professor of Medicine at the University of Cape Town. A cardiologist and physician-scientist, he has made major contributions to understanding cardiovascular disease in Africa, particularly heart failure, cardiomyopathies, hypertension, and HIV associated cardiovascular disease.

Prior to leading the SAMRC, he served as Chair and Head of the Department of Medicine at the University of Cape Town and Groote Schuur Hospital. His research also examines broader global health challenges, including non communicable diseases, climate change, antimicrobial resistance, and the role of artificial intelligence in health. Through his leadership, he is advancing a vision for resilient African health research systems that prioritize equity, innovation, and locally driven scientific solutions.