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Arthur Mutambara | |
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Institute for the Future of Knowledge (University of Johannesburg) | |
Assumed office 2021 | |
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Born | Arthur Guseni Oliver Mutambara (25 May 1966 age 57) Rhodesia |
Alma mater | University of Zimbabwe Merton College, Oxford |
Occupation | Full professor |
Profession | Professor |
Arthur G.O. Mutambara is a multifaceted leader, academic, and technology expert currently serving as the director and full professor of the Institute for the Future of Knowledge (IFK) at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) in South Africa.[1] Renowned for his expertise in robotics, academia, Pan-Africanism, and technology strategy, he is a pivotal figure in shaping the future of knowledge and technological advancement.[2] At IFK, Mutambara leads the Decentralized Artificial Intelligence and Control Systems (DAICS) Research Group, driving groundbreaking research initiatives.[3] He also spearheads the African Agency in Public Health (AAPH) initiative within the Future of Health (FoH) Research Group, demonstrating his commitment to leveraging technology for societal well-being.[4] In addition to his academic responsibilities, Professor Mutambara is deeply involved in teaching Control Systems at both UJ's Mechanical Engineering and Electrical and Electronic Engineering Departments, imparting knowledge and fostering innovation among students.[5]