DAVID GLUCKMAN: A 40 UNDER 40 CEO PROTECTING COMMUNITIES THROUGH INNOVATIVE FIRETECH

David Gluckman revolutionizing fire safety in Africa’s communities through Lumkani’s life-saving Innovative technology.

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David GluckmaN, Co-founder and Managing Director of Lumkani
David GluckmaN, Co-founder and Managing Director of Lumkani



As Co-founder and Managing Director of Lumkani, South African entrepreneur David Gluckman is transforming how vulnerable communities protect themselves from fire disasters. Through his pioneering work at the intersection of technology and social impact, Gluckman has positioned Lumkani as a global leader in early-warning fire detection systems tailored for informal settlements.

Born out of empathy and engineered for resilience, Lumkani’s smart fire detection devices are now installed in thousands of homes across South Africa and beyond, saving lives, preserving property, and redefining disaster preparedness in high-risk urban areas. Gluckman’s leadership reflects a unique fusion of purpose-driven innovation and practical problem-solving, backed by data, community engagement, and scalable tech.

Under his stewardship, Lumkani has received multiple international accolades, including recognition from the United Nations and the World Bank, marking Gluckman as a rising star in the growing field of FireTech and humanitarian technology.

At under 40, David Gluckman stands as a trailblazer in using entrepreneurship to create safer, smarter, and more equitable cities in Africa.

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