Risuna Nkolele

I hold a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science and Statistics and an Honours degree in Statistics from the University of Limpopo. I also completed a Master of Science (MSc) in Data Science at the University of Witwatersrand and am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology. My passion for working with children in rural villages has fuelled my interest in bridging Artificial Intelligence (AI) with cognitive psychology to address developmental challenges.

Currently, I am pursuing an MSc in Computer Science with a focus on language acquisition. My research aims to identify and predict learning difficulties in grammar and vocabulary acquisition, leveraging AI to create innovative tools for early intervention.

Professionally, I work as a Data Scientist in the financial sector, where I focus on building machine learning models, integrating ethics and Responsible AI practices, and implementing robust MLOps pipelines. My work combines technical expertise with a commitment to ensuring AI systems are fair, transparent, and impactful.