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ICT, Technology, Artificial intelligence, ICH, Multimodal, Interactive digital games, Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa, Data structures and Algorithms, Data Communications and Networking

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Zimbabwe

Biography

Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa epitomizes excellence in the realm of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), boasting a versatile skill set that encompasses Artificial Intelligence, innovative IoT framework design, and proficient programming capabilities. She honed her expertise in Information Technology and Software Engineering at Chinhoyi University of Technology, where she cultivated a deep understanding of programming, software development, and system architecture. Armed with proficiency in languages like Java, Python, and C++, she adeptly crafts robust solutions to intricate challenges. Dr. Kiwa's academic journey is marked by notable achievements, culminating in a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Cultural Heritage and Information Technology, augmented by a Post Graduate Diploma in Higher Education. Her educational arsenal includes a Master of Science degree in Information Systems, a Bachelor of Technology (Honors) degree in Computing and Information Technology, and an Advanced Diploma in Computing and Information Technology. Her scholarly endeavors are underscored by 31 publications spanning articles, conferences, theses, and dissertations. Currently pursuing a Master of Mechatronics and AI at the University of Zimbabwe, Dr. Kiwa continues to expand her expertise in Artificial Intelligence, innovative IoT framework design, and intensive programming across multiple platforms. Her unwavering dedication to technology, coupled with a relentless pursuit of innovation, cements her status as a trailblazer in the ICT landscape.

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Employment (7)

Harare Institute of Technology: Harare, Harare, ZW

2024-04-01 to present | External Examiner (Master of Technology in Software Engineering)
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Midlands State University: Gweru, Midlands, ZW

2024-01-01 to present | Honorary Research Fellow ZimLex: Project Team Member and Coordinator, Living Heritage and Digital Technology (ZIMLEX)
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Chinhoyi University of Technology: Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West, ZW

2023-08-01 to present | Chairperson (ICT and Electronics)
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Zimbabwe Open University: Harare, Mashonaland West, ZW

2023-03-01 to present | Part-time lecturer (Bachelor of Science in Information and Technology) (ICT and Electronics)
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Chinhoyi University of Technology: Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West, ZW

2022-01-01 to present | Software Engineer (CUT Hub)
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Chinhoyi University of Technology: Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West, ZW

2022-01-01 to present | Part Time lecturer (Master of Science in Big Data Analytics) (Business Graduate School)
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Chinhoyi University of Technology: Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West, ZW

2021-03-01 to present | Lecturer (ICT and Electronics)
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Education and qualifications (7)

University of Zimbabwe: Harare, Harare, ZW

2024-06-01 to present | Masters of Science in Mechatronics and Artificial Intelligence (Department of Industrial and mechatronics engineering)
Education
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Chinhoyi University of Technology: Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West, ZW

2023-09-13 to present | Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Cultural Heritage and Information Technology (Post Graduate School)
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Africa Research University: Keystone, Zambia, ZM

2024-06-01 to 2025-05-31 | Management of Business Administration
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Chinhoyi University of Technology: Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West, ZW

2022-01-01 to 2022-12-01 | Post Graduate Diploma in Higher Education (Post Graduate School)
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National University of Science and Technology: Bulawayo, Bulawayo Metropolitan Province, ZW

2016-07-01 to 2017-12-21 | Masters in Information Systems (Computer Science)
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Chinhoyi University of Technology: Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West, ZW

2007-07-01 to 2011-06-26 | Bachelor of Technology in Information and Communication Technology (ICT and Electronics)
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Chinhoyi University of Technology: Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West, ZW

2004-03-01 to 2006-12-07 | Advanced Diploma in Information and Communication Technology (ICT and Electronics)
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Professional activities (7)

IGI Global (United States): States, VI

Article Reviewer
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Institution of Engineering and Technology: Stevenage, GB

2024-08-27 to present | APPR (1101224665)
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Society of Women Engineers: Chicago, US

2024-08-16 to present | Graduate SWE ID: 2140392 (ICT and Electronics)
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers: Piscataway, US

2024-05-16 to present | Graduate Student Member 100425111 (ICT and Electronics)
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African Conference on Information Systems and Technology (ACIST): Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, ET

2023-07-01 to present | Journal Paper Reviewer
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Association for Computing Machinery: New York, US

2024 to 2024-07-24 | Graduate Student Member 0462331 (ICT and Electronics)
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Nigerian Journal of Technological Development: Lagos, NG

2021-12-01 to 2021-12-20 | Journal Paper Reviewer
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Works (32)

Students’ Perceptions of ChatGPT in Education: A Rapid Systematic Literature Review

Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems
2024 | Book chapter
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-62273-1_18
Part of ISBN: 9783031622724
Part of ISBN: 9783031622731
Part of ISSN: 2367-3370
Part of ISSN: 2367-3389
Contributors: Sibusisiwe Dube; Sinokubekezela Dube; Belinda Mutunhu Ndlovu; Kudakwashe Maguraushe; Lario Malungana; Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa; Martin Muduva
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Mapping the Future of Artificial Intelligence-Large Language Models in Light of Academic Integrity at Chinhoyi University of Technology: Addressing Concerns and Safeguarding Educational Ethics.

UbuntuNet-Connect2024 -October 31-November 1, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania​
2024-10-31 | Conference paper
DOI: 10.60763/AFRICARXIV/1617
Contributors: Shakemore Chinofunga; Lovemore Chikazhe; Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa; Masamha Tavengwa ; Shangwa Mary; Chabvutagondo T
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A Novel Ensemble-based Machine Learning Model for Anomaly Detection in CDRs to Identify International Revenue Share Fraud

7th European Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Augsburg, Germany
2024-07-16 | Conference paper
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Techniques for Predicting Diabetes

7th European Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Augsburg, Germany
2024-07-16 | Conference paper
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Loan Eligibility System Using Machine Learning

7th European Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Augsburg, Germany
2024-07-16 | Conference paper
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Mental Health Chatbot for University Students Support and Encouragement

7th European Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Augsburg, Germany
2024-07-16 | Conference paper
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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AI-based drought forecasting for parametric insurance

5th South American Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Conference
2024-05-09 | Conference paper
Part of ISBN: 979-8-3507-1735-8
Part of ISSN: 2169-8767
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Optimizing Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) Adherence Through Predictive Analytics Using Machine Learning Techniques.

5th South American Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Conference
2024-05-09 | Conference paper
Part of ISBN: 979-8-3507-1735-8
Part of ISSN: 2169-8767
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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A Blockchain-based Patient Portal for Mental Health Management

Proceedings of the International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management
2024-04-23 | Conference paper
DOI: 10.46254/af05.20240251
Contributors: Panashe Jhamba; Belinda Mutunhu Ndlovu; Sibusisiwe Dube; Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa; Kudakwashe Maguraushe
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Predictive Model for Hospital Readmission of Diabetic Patients

Proceedings of the International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management
2024-04-23 | Conference paper
DOI: 10.46254/af05.20240252
Contributors: Luyanda Mpofu; Belinda Ndlovu; Sibusisiwe Dube; Martin Muduva; Fungai Jacqueline; Kudakwashe Maguraushe
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A Comparative Methodology of Supervised Machine Learning Algorithms for Predicting Customer Churn Using Neuromarketing Techniques

AI-Driven Marketing Research and Data Analytics
2024-04-19 | Book chapter
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-2165-2.ch001
Part of ISBN: 9798369321669
Part of ISSN: 2327-5529
Contributors: Martin Muduva; Thanks Hondoma; Ronald Chiwariro; Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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AI Voice Assistant for Smartphones With NLP Techniques

AI-Driven Marketing Research and Data Analytics
2024-04-19 | Book chapter | Author
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-2165-2.ch002
Part of ISBN: 9798369321652
Part of ISBN: 9798369321669
Part of ISSN: 2327-5502
Part of ISSN: 2327-5529
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa; Martin Muduva; Reason Masengu
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A Neuro-robotic Prosthetic Arm (Ruoko bot)

Information Technologist (The)
2024-01-15 | Journal article | Software
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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An automated wound detection system

ADVANCES IN INTELLIGENT APPLICATIONS AND INNOVATIVE APPROACH
2023 | Conference paper
DOI: 10.1063/5.0126327
Part of ISSN: 0094-243X
Contributors: Doubt Simango; Tawanda Mushiri; Abid Yahya; Jacqueline Kiwa
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Assessing Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) Skills Necessary in Sustaining Education 5.0 in Zimbabwe Higher Education Sector: A case of Chinhoyi University of Technology

International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development
2023-11-23 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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A Recurrent Neural Networks Model for Early Stroke Detection in Adults

2023 2nd Zimbabwe Conference of Information and Communication Technologies (ZCICT)
2023-11-02 | Conference paper
DOI: 10.1109/zcict59466.2023.10528633
Contributors: Tavengwa Masamha; Fungai J Kiwa; Kudakwashe Mujaji; Shakemore Chinofunga
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Investigating the Effects of Digital Pornography on University Students in Zimbabwe and Proposing an Empowering 8-way Pornography Reduction Model

2023 2nd Zimbabwe Conference of Information and Communication Technologies (ZCICT)
2023-11-02 | Conference paper
DOI: 10.1109/zcict59466.2023.10528565
Contributors: Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa; Winnie Zembe; Tavengwa Masamha; Shakemore Chinofunga; Taurai Sengerai
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A Neuro-robotic Prosthetic Arm (Ruoko bot)

THE 9TH ANNUAL ACIST PROCEEDINGS (2023)
2023-09-15 | Conference paper | Software
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Developing an animated interactive digital game in relevance to intangible cultural heritage with Shona as a vehicle

CUT IR
2023-07-01 | Dissertation or Thesis
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Transmission of Traditional Culture through Digital Technology in Zimbabwe

May to June 2023
2023-06-30 | Journal article | Author
DOI: 10.46606/eajess2023v04i03.0271
Part of ISSN: 2714-2132
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa; Herbert Chimhundu; Maria Tsvere; sindiso Mpenyu Nleya
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Development of an insurance application systems interoperability toolbox for business organizations

Information Technologist (The)
2023-01-19 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Development of an integrated archives electronic document and records management system

Information Technologist (The)
2023-01-19 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Review on an integrated archives electronic document and records management systems

Information Technologist (The)
2023-01-19 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Survey on developing an animated interactive digital game using computer tools in relevance to ICH with Shona as a vehicle

Information Technologist (The)
2023-01-19 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Survey on the development of an Insurance Application Systems Interoperability toolbox for business organizations

IOSR Journal of Computer Engineering (IOSR-JCE)
2022-06-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Aging better with ICTs: A neuropsychological recovery system (Fari)

IOSR Journal of Computer Engineering (IOSR-JCE)
2022-03-09 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Developing an Animated Interactive Digital Game Using Computer Tools In Relevance To Intangible Cultural Heritage With Shona As A Vehicle

IOSR Journal of Computer Engineering (IOSR-JCE)
2021-12-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Findings for Developing an Animated Interactive Digital Game Using Computer Tools In Relevance To Intangible Cultural Heritage With Shona As A Vehicle

IOSR Journal of Computer Engineering (IOSR-JCE)
2021-12-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Saving the Vanishing Intangible and Tangible Cultural Heritage through the Development of an Online Panorama

IOSR Journal of Computer Engineering (IOSR-JCE)
2021-12-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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Computational Intelligence-based Evaluation of a 3-DOF Robotic-arm Forward Kinematics

Iraqi Journal for Computers and Informatics
2021-06-20 | Journal article
DOI: 10.25195/ijci.v47i1.320
Part of ISSN: 2520-4912
Contributors: Doubt Simango; Tawanda Mushiri; Jaafar A. Aldhaibani; Abid Yahya; Fungai Kiwa; Edith Mbombi
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Assessing the impact of adopting ICTs on the new curriculum implementation: A case of Hurungwe secondary schools Zimbabwe

NUST Libary
2017-12-18 | Dissertation or Thesis
Contributors: Dr. Fungai Jacqueline Kiwa
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An analysis of factors influencing success of ICT4D projects: a case study of the Schools Computerisation Programme in Mashonaland West Province, Zimbabwe.

The Journal of Community Informatics
2013-12-05 | Journal article
DOI: 10.15353/joci.v9i4.3144
Part of ISSN: 1712-4441
Contributors: Donna Musiyandaka; Gideon Ranga; Jacqueline Fungai Kiwa
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