Qualififcations: PhD- Agricultural Economics

Profile: Dr Hosu is an established researcher with the NRF C-rating. He holds a PhD in Agricultural Economics from the University of Fort Hare, South Africa, in 2013. His research focuses on resource and household welfare systems. This involves the nexuses among vital production components such as climate change, food, and people's health. His research has spanned academia and industry. He has contributed to developing skills, building, and applying digital technologies for rural and rural-poor farmers. 

Areas of Expertise: Resource Optimisation, Food Systems, and Agribusiness 

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Qualifications: Doctor of Commerce in Industrial Psychology 

Profile: Dr Shava holds a strong academic background in Business Management and Economics and is deeply committed to excellence in both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. His scholarly interests centre on responsible production and consumption, with particular emphasis on the role of consumers in advancing sustainable production and consumption practices. He also researches technology strategy, with a focus on human-centred and ethical technology use within organisations.

Areas of Expertise:  Sustainable Marketing, human-centered and ethical technology use in organisations 

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Qualifications: PhD Business Leadership, Doctor of Technology in Agriculture 

Profile: Dr. Magocha possesses extensive theoretical and practical experience in business leadership, evidenced by his qualifications, including a Doctor of Business Leadership and a Doctor of Technology in Agriculture. His research expertise focuses on multi-sectorial leadership, addressing areas like sustainable development, entrepreneurship governance Indigenous Knowledge Systems, and Intra-Africa Trade. He is skilled in business management, project management, and has a keen interest in enhancing economic opportunities through effective leadership. Currently, he is involved in various AI projects with universities across multiple provinces.

Areas of Expertise: Multi-sectorial leadership, addressing areas like sustainable development, entrepreneurship

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Qualifications: Master of Commerce in Economics

Profile: Highly motivated lecturer with a master’s degree in Economics.  Who possesses foundation in environmental economics, development economics demonstrated through research on trade openness and environmental quality. To enhance teaching and mentorship capabilities, I have earned certifications in teaching pedagogy and supervision, equipping me with evidence-based strategies for effective instruction and student guidance. Responsibilities include teaching and learning, research and innovation, community engagement. 

Areas of Expertise: Environmental, Microeconomics and Development Economics 

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Qualifications: Master of Commerce 

Profile: Miss A Nodo is an economics lecturer, focusing on macro, development, and agricultural development economics. She holds a Master of Commerce degree and Post Graduate Certificate in Education. She has obtained supervision certificate, equipping her on supervision skills. She has interest in issues of economic development and food security. Her research explored gross domestic savings and food security. 

Areas of Expertise: Economics 

Qualififcations: Bachelor of Administration and Bachelor of Education in FET & SP Humanities.

Profile: A dedicated Departmental Administrator with experience in managing administrative operations, coordinating departmental activities, and supporting academic and organizational functions. Responsible for record management, official correspondence. Known for strong organizational skills and attention to detail and plays a key role in maintaining efficient day-to-day departmental operations.

Areas of Expertise: Administration