Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) & ICT4D
Designing solutions with and not for the community.
Collaborative approach to research
The power of our various research interests and the cross cutting in the specialisation fields, help us to come together, formulate impactful research focus areas.
As a formidable force behind cutting edge research in the application of emerging technologies towards addressing societal challenges, our team of expertise have an agile approach in the execution of their research objectives.
We remain guided by the concept of developing solution with the society and for the society.
Main Research Focus Areas
Cybersecurity
Information Security
As data growth across various disciplines has been exponential due to technological advancements and the use of sensor technologies from IoT, the need to find practical solutions for Information security remains an ever growing focus area both for academia and industry players.
SDGs
Sustainable Development Goals
SDGs help is laying a common ground for benchmarking the inclusivity to some extend for some possible solutions designed be it for information security and for emerging technologies. It is therefore paramount to consider how SDGs fits into the bigger equation towards designing holistic solutions from research perspective to the application designs.
IoT
Internet of Things
With billions of devices having the capability of effortlessly being connected to each other and across platforms, the cybersecurity landscape has never been the same again. With the increased attack surfaces the capability of AI could be harnessed hence the AIoT approach in our research focus.
AI
Artificial Intelligence
As a two edged sword, AI and its extended domains demands both an open minded approach and a care approach to harness its potential from Machine Learning to Natural Language Processing especially in developing cyber secure IoT driven solutions towards ICT4D which are sustainable and ethical by nature.
Digital Forensics
Mobile and Cloud Forensics
With most of cybersecurity crimes and threats being perpetrated through mobile devices and cloud provisioning platforms, the call for research towards solutions and exposure of some of the dangers in such domains is growing.
ICT4D
Information and Communication Technologies Development for Development
ICTs as enablers for economic, social, and environmental solutions if not securely designed, implemented or maintained, remain the pain point.
We are flexible and open for collaborations in research that cuts across these disciplines.
Our students are the key drivers for most of the research domains above
“I am a Computer Science teacher at Amazing Kids Private School & Academy, where I taught for the past 9 years. During this time, my work gained recognition from the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture. I received awards for excellent results in: - NSSCO 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 . - NSSCH 2016, 2018 and 2019.
My contribution to the Namibian education system includes forming part of the team that developed AS Level Computer Science Syllabus for Namibian schools, set National examinations and marking schemes for the new AS Level in Computer Science.
I hold a National Diploma in IT and a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Computing. My passion lies in forensic, and having previously worked for the Ministry of Safety and Security, I was exposed to chain of custody in criminal investigations, which contributed to my innate interest in digital forensic, a field in which I seek to specialize. In my spare time, I give back to the community by being involved in several community-based projects such as cooking and serving the homeless, providing care for vulnerable children and the elderly.
Area of research interest: The legal aspects of digital forensic and electronic evidence in Namibia.”
Sepiso Chikuruwo
MSc in Computer Science Student
“Henok “Skielek” Immanuel, is a professional ICT specialist with over 10 years technical and senior management experience in managing and administering of ICT environment in the public and private sector. When not busy with Family and friends than he is on the internet researching on various modern technologies that impact the day-to-day way of life.”
Henok “Skielek” Immanuel
MSc in Computer Science Student
“I hold a Bachelor of Computer Science Honours (Information Security), Bachelor of Information Technology (IT) Degree in Systems Administration and Networks, National Diploma in Information Technology obtained from the Namibia University of Science and Technology.
Employed as a Network Operations Center Technician at Telecom Namibia, I am task oriented, good organising and coordination skills, get pleasure from accepting challenges, good analysis, evaluation, and validating skills and persistently keep pace with the most recent advancements in the Technical field. I am a team player, good communication skills and my ability to work under pressure.
Research Topic: Design of a Security Threats Identification Model for Internet of Things (IoT) Smart Office Devices.
Studying towards the Master of Computer Science at Namibia University of Science and Technology (2020-2021).”
Elizabeth N. Shipena
MSc in Computer Science Student
“Nathanael Kanyinga is a Systems Engineer at Standard Bank Namibia responsible for design, implementation, integration and maintenance of secure, available, resilient and performing core banking systems. He has advanced technical skills in Linux, Databases, Windows OS, Azure, J2EE Applications, C++ Applications and computer programming. Apart from his good communication, creativity and assertive abilities he is inspired by continuous learning, improvement, innovation and problem-elimination.
Nathanael holds a Bachelor of Information Technology Systems Administration and Computer Networking and Honors specializing in Digital Forensics both obtained from Namibia University of Science and Technology.
Areas of Passion
Psychology (human behavior), system design, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, digital forensics..”
Nathanael Kanyinga
MSc in Computer Science Student
“My name is Mike Hilongwa, currently I work for the Namibia Statistics agency as information security specialist. I hold a Bachelors degree in Computer Science: Digital Forensics from the Namibia University of Science and Technology, and currently pursuing my master’s degree in computer science information security. I am interested in information security with my main area of interest being human hacking, human firewalls, or human behaviour in regards to information security..”
Mike Hilongwa
MSc in Computer Science Student
“Currently studying for the PhD in Computer Science, with research interests in Natural Language Processing, Child Online Protection and Data Classification
A self-motivated, achievement and customer oriented individual. Advocated teamwork, quality and delegation to build winning customer service and profitability to companies. Maximises opportunity through high energy, creativity and capacity for making things happen.
Information Technology Professional capable of managing Technology Projects from concept to completion with remarkable deadline sensitivity. Strongly Analytical skills combined with experience in Object Oriented Programming Techniques (OOP). Compatible team player through complete project cycles, testing and implementation. Excellent Communication skills, Fluent in English and Shona.”
Timothy Dongo
PhD in Computer Science Student
“Mr Flanan Sikopo have been working in the ministry of Education Arts and Culture for the past fifteen years (15) as a Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry Teacher in Windhoek and holds the following qualifications: Diploma in Information Technology, Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology (Software Engineering Stream), Honours Degree in Computer Science (Digital Forensic Stream), Masters Degree in Education: Leadership, Management and Policy conferred in 2021.
The undergraduate curriculum in Information Technology and Computer Science at Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), introduced me to a wide variety of Computer Science subjects. Various courses like Programming Languages: Object Oriented Programming, Internet Programming, Database Programming, Software Engineering, Operating Systems and Networks, Computer Organisation & Hardware, Algorithm Design, Applied Software Engineering, Project Management, User Interface Design, Systems Administration, Software Quality and Testing provided me with a strong footing in the theoretical concepts of Information Technology and Computer Science.
I am much eager to adopt and know new technologies. I am really enthusiastic and extremely excited to attend this Master of Computer Science in order to understand different Computer Science concepts because every industry needs the concept of Computer Science thus my desire to explore digital forensic is beyond imagination”
Flanan Sikopo
MSc in Computer Science Student
“My name is Blessing Kudzaishe Sibanda. I am a software engineer and researcher. I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Computer Science at Namibia University of Science and Technology. My research interests are in Computer Vision and natural language processing (NLP).
I am part of Masakhane, where I am conducting NLP research on low-resource languages, specifically concentrating on my native language Shona. I have been particularly involved in the machine translation and named-entity recognition (NER) initiatives for Shona.”
Blessing Kudzaishe Sibanda
MSc in Computer Science Student
Penehafo Venokatili Nghitamuka, a family oriented peace officer. A member of the Namibian Police Force's Information Communication Technology (ICT) Division since 2011. Currently appointed as a Chief Networks Security Officer, having worn the hats as Systems and Networks Administrator, Instructor of computer basics user's skills and radio communications, computer technician. A member of the Southern African Regional Police Chiefs Co-operation Organisation (SARPCCO)'s Cybersecurity task force and a trained military law and order officer.
As a peace officer I have grown as an independent individual who puts others first. No task is too big in and out of office, handling whatever is put in front of me in maintaining information and human security.
As a trainer creation of awareness is my passion as I believe in prevention is better than cure.
A judge of the 6th and 7th Namibia National cybersecurity competition.
Currently pursuing a Masters degree in Computer Science at the Namibian University of Science and Technology (NUST), a holder of a Bachelor of Technology (Honours) in Computer Science (Digital Forensics), a Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT): Systems Administration and Network and a National Diploma all from NUST. With different local, regional and international certificates in both law enforcement and ICT.
Penehafo Venokatili Nghitamuka
MSc in Computer Science Student
We are proud of our pillars of support - Here are some of our mentors to the above Masters and PhD Students
Prof Attlee M. Gamundani
AIoT Research Focus
Prof Hippolyte Muyingi
ICT4D, Cybersecurity Focus
Dr Mercy Chitauro
Cybersecurity Focus
Mr Simon Muchinenyika
IoT Applications
Prof Gloria Iyawa
ICT4D Focus
Mr Edward Nepolo
Cybersecurity Focus
Prof Fungai Bhunu Shava
AI, ICT4D & Cybersecurity Focus
Mr Shadreck Chitauro
ICT4D Focus