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Dr. Rachel Kufakunesu
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2025
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About me
Dr. Rachel Kufakunesu is a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Information Technology at Eduvos, South Africa. She holds a PhD in Electronic Engineering from the University of Pretoria, where she developed energy-efficient adaptive data rate optimisation schemes for LoRaWAN-based Internet of Things (IoT) networks. Her research focuses on intelligent communication protocols that enhance reliability, connectivity, and energy efficiency in wireless sensor networks.
Her interests include IoT, edge computing, and smart sensing technologies. Passionate about mentorship and women’s empowerment in STEM, Dr. Kufakunesu is committed to advancing research that bridges technology and societal development.
Degrees:
2013
Undergraduate
Engineering sciences
2019
Master
Engineering sciences
2024
Doctorate
Engineering sciences