Know More About Me
I'm Prof. Adeyemi Abel Ajibesin
Google exploreCSR Principal Investigator | IEEE STEM Champion | AI4D Leader
Department of Information Technology, Faculty of Informatics & Design
Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, South Africa
About Me
Our Vision
To be a globally recognized academic and technology leader driving impactful research, capacity building, and sustainable digital transformation for societal development.
Mission
To advance knowledge, innovation, and inclusive technological solutions through excellence in research, teaching, and community engagement, with a strong focus on ethical and socially responsible AI.
Core Values
A commitment to excellence, ethical integrity, innovation, inclusivity, and impactful service, applying technology and knowledge to advance society and address real-world challenges.
Professional Details
- UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING – [2016]
Specialization: Telecommunications Engineering - UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING – [2007]
Specialization: Telecommunications Engineering - UNIVERSITY OF STELLENBOSCH / AFRICAN INSTITUTE FOR MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES (AIMS),
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SCIENCE – [2005]
Specialization: Mathematical Sciences - OGUN STATE (OLABISI ONABANJO) UNIVERSITY, AGO IWOYE, NIGERIA
PLUS, HONORS, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE – [2001]
(Degree with First Class Honors [93%])
Specialization: Computer Science - UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
CERTIFICATE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT – [2006]
Specialization: Project Management - ST. ANDREWS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (SACOED), OYO, NIGERIA
NIGERIAN CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (NCE) – [1995]
Specialization: Computer Science, Physics, Education & Teaching Practice - IZA/FCDO G²LM|LIC, UK
DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS – [2024]
Specialization: Development Economics - AI PLANET (DPHI)
CERTIFICATES COURSES – [2022-2023]
Specialization: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science and Data Visualization with Matplotlib
- Michael Oshogbunu; Sandip Rakshit; Ajibesin A.A: Enhanced Point-of-Sale Device (2021) (NG/C/LW10399).
- Ajibesin A.A, Ahmed T. Ishaq: Intelligent Cable Theft Prevention System (NG/PT/NC/2019/3873).
- Ahmed T. Ishaq and Ajibesin A.A: Dual-Purpose Smart Electronic Switch (NG/P/2017/465).
1. IEEE Pre-University STEM (2025): Principal Investigator (PI) – Organized a comprehensive workshop titled “Empowering Girls’ Computing Future: Systemic Change for Gender Equity”. This project is in response to a call for proposals by the IEEE Pre-University STEM Portal Outreach. Grant amount: $1,000.00 USD
Expected Impact:
IEEE Pre-university STEM [2025] – 80 historically marginalized Secondary School Girls Science students and their teachers from Northeast Nigeria were motivated and empowered through a workshop titled "Empowering Girls’ Computing Future: Systemic Change for Gender Equity". Focused on promoting an inclusive environment in computing, the workshops offered mentorship, and skill-building activities. Participants were engaged in lectures, group discussions, and networking sessions, all aligned with a DEI-focused curriculum. The event also featured quiz competition and the free distribution of the book " Empowering Women's Computing Future: Systemic Change for Gender Equity", enroll the teachers on the Digital Equity Lab, and digital mentorship platform. Awards recognized outstanding female teachers and professionals, with certificates of participation provided to all attendees. The program was organized in collaboration IEEE Try Engineering, a university and 5 NGOs provided activities on DEI curriculum to foster an inclusive and supportive environment in computing and STEM education.
2. Google exploreCSR (2025): Principal Investigator (PI) – Implemented an initiative with the theme “Empowering Marginalized Female Students in Computing: An Inclusive Curriculum and Research Mentorship Initiative for North-East Nigeria”. This project builds on the previous Google exploreCSR initiative. Grant amount: $75,000.00 USD
Impact:
3. Google exploreCSR (2024): Principal Investigator (PI) - Implemented an initiative with the theme “Computing Research for Queens (CR4Q)”, including a comprehensive workshop titled “Advancing Computing Research - Unraveling Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms and Applications”. This project was in response to a call for proposals by Google exploreCSR (Computer Science Research) with the aim of increasing students’ pursuit computing research, especially for students historically marginalized in this field. $18,000.00 USD
Impact:
4. Google Research (2024): Principal Investigator (PI) - Implemented a project that supports undergraduate research in Computer Science through Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. The project focused on Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. This project was in response to a call for proposals by Google Research for increasing student pursuit of computing research, especially for students that are historically marginalized in this field. $14,000.00 USD
Impact:
5. IEEE Pre-University STEM (2024): Principal Investigator (PI) - Organized an intensive workshop titled “Empowering Girls: Hands-on Data Science & Machine Learning Expedition”. This project was in response to a call for proposals by the IEEE Pre-University STEM Portal Outreach. $1,000.00 USD
Impact:
- World Bank & Youth Empowerment and Social Support Operations (YESSO) (2018 - 2019) - A cloud-based data collection and cleaning project for the Social Safety Net (SSN) intervention project in Adamawa involved hosting a checklist, using hardware with customizable software, training supervisors, capturing and uploading data of identified poor and venerable households (PVHHs), cleaning data, storing and presenting data in Excel and STATA formats, conducting data validation, and providing reports with descriptions, analytical results, and summary.
- AJISAQ Limited. As a Principal Consultant and Co-founder - I led the development of innovative ideas such as Intelligent Cable Theft Prevention System (Patented), Dual-Purpose Smart Electronic Switch, Magic Switch (Patented), Efficient Guaranteed Automated Digital Ticketing System (Presently utilized by the Adamawa State Government), Smart Lamp for Rural Lighting, remotely operated generator switches, smart meters, non-invasive glucometers, smart agriculture and irrigation systems, Android-based smart home systems, and a driverless VuVuTi vehicle. The following are other activities carried out by the start-up:
- Consultancy Service Unit, Modibbo Adama University of Technology (MAUTECH): I led a technical team in delivering a digital platform solution for transactions and management, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
- SEBORE International Farms Limited: Headed a technical team responsible for developing a digital platform solution for transaction, inventory, and vending system, streamlining operations.
- Adamawa State Agribusiness Support (ADAS) Programme: Guided a technical team in providing digital platform solutions to enhance the internally generated revenue (IGR) and establish a sustainable value chain in Adamawa State.
- Adamawa State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS): Spearheaded a technical team in developing a digital platform solution for efficient ticketing and revenue collection, optimizing revenue management processes.
- Adamawa State Government: Led a technical team in creating a digital platform solution for efficient revenue collection of fines during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring a streamlined and contactless process.
- Others include 3D Engineering Global Technologies Services Limited and Teasy International Company Limited.
- I have successfully mentored and groomed other startups, including INTIJA Solutions.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & SOCIETAL IMPACT
Actively engaged with global research and professional bodies through funded grants and outreach initiatives, contributing to capacity building, ethical AI adoption, and technology-driven solutions that deliver measurable social, educational, and economic impact across communities.
