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Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) invited me to attend a workshop Readyto go
entitled “The annual Clinic on Meaningful Modelling of
Epidemiological data (MMED)” where I learned about solving real-
life problems such as the spread of infectious diseases through the where no
application of mathematics. It opened my eyes to a far wider range
of career options with mathematics as a base. Realizing that
mathematics was the father of all STEM (Science, Technology, bank has
Engineering and Mathematics) careers, I continued with my studies
at Stellenbosch University, graduating with my BSc Honours in
Biomathematics in 2009 and MSc Degree in Biomathematics in 2012. gone before?

Returning home to Limpopo following my graduation, I began
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international research groups such as Modelling Health and
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Environmental Linkages Research Group (MHELRG) and Models of
infectious Disease Agent Study (MIDAS). I have presented research
output at international conferences in Spain, Dubai and the United
States of America. I am an active and empathetic mentor to my
students, not wanting them to make the same mistakes I made
along the way and sharing my career journey with them for
inspiration. I am also a member of the South African Women in
Mathematical Sciences Association (SAWMSA), have had research
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programme. Somehow, I find quality time to spend with my family
and friends, listen to gospel music and sing in a gospel choir. www.fnb.co.za/careers

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