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Active 1 week, 6 days agoPosition: Student and Research fellow Organisation / institution: Rhodes University & International Council on Human Rights, Peace & Politics: Centre for Peace & Conflict Studies Bio: Arnold Mugwagwa is a research fellow at the International Council for Human Rights and Peace & Politics (ICHRPP) and a dedicated scholar with a passion for peace, security, and international affairs. Currently pursuing a PhD in Political Studies, Arnold brings a robust academic background, holding a Master\'s degree in International Affairs and a Bachelor’s degree (with honours) in Peace Studies from Midlands State University. Throughout his career, Arnold has continually expanded his expertise, earning a range of professional certifications. These include a Certificate in Applying Foresight & Scenario Building on Multilateralism and the Geopolitical Agency of Africa (European University Institute & Institute for Security Studies), as well as certificates in Research Integrity (Human Sciences Research Council, 2025) and Non-Violent Actions & Peacebuilding (United States Institute for Peace; Gandhi Global Academy). He is also an alumnus of the Youth Peace Lab’s first cohort on Youth Security and Peace (Institute for Justice & Reconciliation, 2025) and an associate of the Institute for Economics & Peace. An alumnus of the Human Science Research Council\'s 1st Cohort of the Science Diplomacy Summer School. Arnold\'s commitment to advancing global peace is further reflected in his specialised training in nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation, and verification, gained through the Nuclear Disarmament Verification programme at the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, in collaboration with VERTIC. He is a valued member of VERTIC’s Working Group on the Role of Multilateral Institutions in Nuclear Disarmament Verification, where he actively contributes to international policy initiatives. With extensive knowledge and practical experience across peacebuilding, security policy, and international cooperation, Arnold is committed to driving positive change and fostering inclusive, sustainable futures. He is always open to new collaborations and opportunities to contribute to the global peace and security agenda. Skills and expertise: Communication skills Conflict analysis Negotiation Peacebuilding Research data analysis Reason for membership: Im looking for spaces were i can grow and learn from peers and build networks and structure for cooperation and collaborations Location: Southern Africa -
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Active 2 months, 1 week agoPosition: Director Organisation / institution: Equiano Institute Bio: Jonas Kgomo is a South African researcher and entrepreneur who has established himself as a prominent voice in Artificial Intelligence (AI) safety and governance, particularly within the African continent. Professional Roles & Impact He is primarily known for founding several organisations dedicated to the ethical development and deployment of AI: Equiano Institute: As the founder and a senior researcher, he leads interdisciplinary research on AI technology and societal change in Africa. Redress: The Transitional Justice for AI harms Skills and expertise: Software engineer, research Reason for membership: Interested in contributing to ideas on AI and harm Location: Johannesburg
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