David Twesigomwe — PhD Graduate, University of the Witwatersrand

David Twesigomwe — PhD Graduate, University of the Witwatersrand David Twesigomwe has recently graduated with a Ph.D. in Human Genetics at the University of the Witwatersrand, under the supervision of Prof Scott Hazelhurst and Prof Zané Lombard. David’s Ph.D. aimed to characterize the genetic variation in African populations...

Blessing Rotondwa Sitabule – MSc Graduate, University of Witwatersrand

Blessing Rotondwa Sitabule – MSc Graduate, University of Witwatersrand Some of our H3Africa Fellows were part of the Graduation ceremonies that took place at the University of the Witwatersrand in July 2022. Congratulations to Blessing Rotondwa Sitabule who graduated with an MSc in Human Genetics. He was supervised by...

Africans make up a tiny portion of genomics data: why there’s an urgent need for change

Africans make up a tiny portion of genomics data: why there’s an urgent need for change Published: July 6, 2022 3.35pm SAST Nigeria provides an excellent lens to look at the genetic diversity of African people. Getty Images A group of Nigerian scientists, in conjunction with the London School of Hygiene...